Our Team
Meet the passionate visionaries who founded SproutUp Incubation Council on June 17, 2020, during a moment of global uncertainty at Bineswar Brahma Engineering College.
Medalson Ronghang
Chairman and President
Role: Overseeing Physical Incubation, Management, and Administrative Affairs Experience and Expertise: With over a decade of experience in teaching, mentoring, and administrative leadership, Dr. Medalson Ronghang is a beacon of wisdom and guidance for SproutUp. A distinguished alumnus of both IIT Delhi and IIT Roorkee, Dr. Ronghang exemplifies academic excellence and innovative thinking.
John Elijah Gomar
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Role: Leading Virtual Incubation, Finance, Investment, Investor Relations, Promotion, and Strategy Experience and Expertise: With more than 15 years of corporate experience spanning branding, design, management consulting, and investment banking, John Elijah Gomar brings strategic acumen and financial expertise to SproutUp. His unique ability to blend creative insights with financial strategy ensures robust growth and investor confidence.
Prakram Sehgal
Chief Technology Officer and Chief Risk Officer
Role: Steering Technology, Innovation, Risk Management, and Investor Relations Experience and Expertise: With a decade of experience in technology innovation, risk management, and investment, Prakram Sehgal is the tech visionary behind SproutUp’s entrepreneurial initiatives. His in-depth understanding of emerging technologies and their applications in business ensures startups have access to cutting-edge solutions.
Napoleon Mawphniang
Chief Legal Officer & Advocate
Role: Ensuring Legal Compliance and Strategic Guidance Experience and Expertise: Napoleon Mawphniang, a dedicated advocate with a law degree from North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), brings strong expertise in corporate law, regulatory affairs, and startup legal frameworks. He plays a crucial role in shaping policies that foster a compliant and thriving startup ecosystem at SproutUp.
Suraj Baidya
Chief Program Officer
Role: Program Execution, Speaker & Investor Relations, Strategic Event Management Experience and Expertise: With over six years of diverse professional experience, Suraj Baidya brings a unique blend of engineering, sales, project management, and entrepreneurship to SproutUp. As the Chief Program Officer, he ensures the smooth execution of all incubator initiatives, fostering impactful connections with stakeholders.
Manash Pratim Kakati
Chief Startup Evangelist
Role: Startup Advocacy, Growth Navigation, and Strategic Promotion Experience and Expertise: As the founder of Qoptars, a pioneering drone technology company, Manash Pratim Kakati brings firsthand startup experience to SproutUp. Having started Qoptars during college and later dropping out in 2021 to focus on scaling his venture, he understands the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship.
Hiyanuj Pathak
Startup Relations Officer
Role: Leading Community Engagement, Partnership Development, Ecosystem Growth, and Mentorship Initiatives Experience and Expertise: With over five years of diverse experience in technology, entrepreneurship, and strategic leadership, Hiyanuj Pathak combines technical proficiency in cybersecurity, web development, and design with a visionary approach to business strategy and social impact. His leadership as President of the Sproutup Student Cell drives ecosystem growth.
Antarip Barman
Chief Technology Development Officer
Role: Steering Technology, Innovation, Risk Management, and Investor Relations Experience and Expertise: With a decade of experience in technology innovation, risk management, and investment, Antarip Barman is a tech visionary behind SproutUp’s entrepreneurial initiatives. His in-depth understanding of emerging technologies ensures startups have access to innovative solutions.
Gowtham Siddartha
Chief Technology Evangelist
Role: Driving Technology Development, Awareness, Innovation Advocacy, and Future-Tech Adoption Experience and Expertise: As an emerging engineer pursuing a Bachelor of Technology at NEHU, Gowtham Siddartha is passionate about bridging the gap between startups and cutting-edge technology. He helps SproutUp incubated startups stay updated on advancements in AI, blockchain, and machine learning.
Our Mission
From humble beginnings at Bineswar Brahma Engineering College, we've evolved into a dynamic ecosystem supporting startups and emerging businesses. What started as an idea has grown into a thriving council that empowers entrepreneurs with creativity, resilience, and strategic thinking.
Join Our Journey
Whether you're a startup looking to make your mark, a visionary investor seeking promising ventures, or an expert ready to mentor the next wave of innovators—SproutUp is your gateway to an extraordinary entrepreneurial journey.