Vineet Raj Kapoor International Keynote Speaker at Animation Assembly Stieglitz
Stieglitz Academy St PetersburgVineet Raj Kapoor International Keynote Speaker at Animation Assembly Stieglitz
Vineet Raj Kapoor International Keynote Speaker at Animation Assembly Stieglitz
SXILL Founder on Promdiz 2025 Panel Industrial Design as a Catalyst for Global Production and Economic Development Vineet Raj Kapoor was a part of the Panel Discussion on at the Industrial Design as a Catalyst for Global Production and Economic Development at the Creative Cluster, Red Army Street, Kranoyarsk, Siberia
We at SXILL and Chandigarh Design School are happy to represent India once again! We were part of the Panel Discussion on Nov 2, 2025, on Industrial Design as a Catalyst for Global Production and Economic Development for discussing hos Industrial Design has emerged as the mainstream discipline for economic development and how it is both part of Engineering as well as Creative Economies. Organized by Promdiz.Space as International Conference on Industrial Design at Krasnoyarsk, Siberia on 12-14 November 2025. Leaders from multiple Design Studios and Government bodies shared their experiences and challenges. The panel consisted of Yu. V. Filatova, A. I. Chernikov, Margarita Parandino, Sergey Smirnov, Pavel Konovich, Vineet Raj Kapoor, Ivan Myachev.
Later in the day, Vineet Raj Kapoor was the International Keynote speaker as he presented a speech on The Indian model of industrial design development: from educational programs to industrial partnerships.
PromDiz 2025 is a major professional platform that has brought together leaders in industrial design, the manufacturing sector, educational institutions, and government agencies for the third year in a row. The event fosters dialogue between theory and practice, academic knowledge and market demands, local initiatives and global trends.
On the panel you can spot Vineet Raj Kapoor (Director SXILL and Founder Chandigarh Design School) representing the Indian side of the story. He shared the story of India in Industrial Design that is now shaping Make in India and other growth stories which is fast making India an Industrial destination in addition to it being a software superpower.
Vineet Raj Kapoor spoke on The Indian Industrial Design Growth at the Creative Cluster, Red Army Street, Krasnoyarsk, Siberia
We at SXILL and Chandigarh Design School are happy to represent India once again! Our founder presented the The Indian Industrial Design Growth Story for discussing how Industrial Design has emerged as the mainstream discipline for economic development in India’s surge in automotive sector and other sectors. Organized by Promdiz.Space as International Conference on Industrial Design at Krasnoyarsk, Siberia on 12-14 November 2025. Leaders from multiple Design Studios and Government bodies shared their experiences and challenges.
On Nov 13, 2025, Vineet Raj Kapoor was the International Keynote speaker as he presented a welcome speech on The Indian Industrial Design Growth. Discusses how industrial design influences industry development in India, the world’s largest producer of tractors and motorcycles, and shares information about training industry specialists. Simultaneous interpretation provided.
PromDiz 2025 is a major professional platform that has brought together leaders in industrial design, the manufacturing sector, educational institutions, and government agencies for the third year in a row. The event fosters dialogue between theory and practice, academic knowledge and market demands, local initiatives and global trends.
On the panel you can spot Vineet Raj Kapoor (Director
Vineet Raj Kapoor Founder SXILL Chandigarh Design School was invited to the Federal Siberian University, Kranoyarsk, Siberia
We at SXILL and Chandigarh Design School are happy to represent India once again! Our founder was invited to visit Federal Siberian University for interaction with the students of Industrial Design. Organized by Promdiz.Space as International Conference on Industrial Design at Krasnoyarsk, Siberia on 12-14 November 2025.
On Nov 14, 2025, Vineet Raj Kapoor visited the Federal Siberian University with all other Expert Speakers (incidentally children's day in India). He was amazed and felt humbled when the students surrounded him for my autograph and comments. He was happy to help them get feedback on their projects and portfolios. This visit was organised as part of the Promdiz.Space Event at Krasnoyarsk. Students are the same all over the world! A little kindness, few gentle words of motivation and they open up!
PromDiz 2025 is a major professional platform that has brought together leaders in industrial design, the manufacturing sector, educational institutions, and government agencies for the third year in a row. The event fosters dialogue between theory and practice, academic knowledge and market demands, local initiatives and global trends.
Odisha Skills 2025 Vineet Raj Kapoor has been invited by Odisha Skill Development Mission invited as Chief Expert Jury and Skill Competition Manager for Odisha Skills 2025. Vineet Raj Kapoor had been the Chief Expert Jury and Skill Competition Manager for Industrial Design Technology and for Graphic Design Technology in Odisha Skills 2023 as well.
Vineet Raj Kapoor is invited to be a Speaker Panelist at the ObserveNOW SkillIndia Summit at New Delhi on 13 Feb 2025.
The Skill India Leadership Summit 2026 will be held on 13th Feb 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together leaders, policymakers, HR professionals, educators, and industry pioneers to drive the future of India’s workforce.
Focused on the theme "From Learning To Leadership: Education, Skills & HR For India's Future," the summit will highlight the critical role of skilling, upskilling, and reskilling in shaping a competitive workforce.
From reimagining vocational education to redefining workplace learning, the summit will showcase emerging skill development practices, industry partnerships, and innovative workforce models — all designed to prepare India’s talent for the opportunities of tomorrow.
Join us as we bring together the nation’s education and HR ecosystem to bridge skill gaps, foster collaboration, and power India’s journey toward becoming a global skills leader.
Bootcamp DIMD Skills
Chandigarh 26 March 2026
Chandigarh Design School (School of Experience Illusion and Life Learnings) founded by Technocrat Ms. Neelu Kapoor and Worldskills Design Mentor Prof. Vineet Raj Kapoor was selected by Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha Skills Councils to train and mentor India’s Indiaskills candidates for Industrial Design Technology and Digital Interactive Media Design for Indiaskills Nationals. These candidates were Gold and Silver Position holders in their respective Regionals. now being trained at Chandigarh Design School at Chandigarh. The candidates come from leading Design Institutes like NID Ahmedabad, NIFT Mumbai, NID Bhopal, CTTC Bhubaneswar, Atlas University, Mumbai, DOT Design School, Chennai, among others
Speaking on the occasion, the Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor, Chief Expert (DIMD) and Chief Expert (IDT) and various Regionals and State Competitions and Lead Expert Worldskills France (Industrial Design) for Indiaskills said “I am fortunate to work with these top students and find it invigorating to help them grasp the nuances of design and giving them tips to score points at Worldskills. It is a challenge since they have studied under the best of teachers and mentors of India. However, we have developed a very good rapport and they find learning at SXILL equally rewarding. SXILL students have worked at the Top in leading organizations including Sony, Yatra.com, Gaana.com as well as Directed top animated shows like ‘Motu Patlu’ and even independent artists like Sukh-E the singer amongst others. SXILL students own leading IT companies in the region like Intelligaia, Trabug, Creative Peppers etc.”
Neelu Kapoor, the Founder of SXILL and herself a National Jury (Graphic Design) for NSDC backed Indiaskills said, “SXILL offer a unique ‘Design your own Curriculum’ option in line with the National Education Policy as well as a World Class Animation and Design Finishing School SXILUP for Animation and Design passouts from Colleges. In this endeavor SXILL is backed by top studios like Lakshya Digital, Digitoonz, Greengold (Chhota Bheem), Technicolor, and more. Our students consistently win International Awards like 11secondclub and GO48!”
The Voronezh International Animation Festival, sometimes known as AniMakers, is a growing Russian event focusing on animation creation, industry business, and education, featuring screenings, masterclasses, and competitions for all ages, with strong government support and a goal to boost Voronezh's creative profile in the animation world. It welcomes international submissions and aims to connect creators, studios, and audiences through workshops and film showcases, even hosting school competitions for special prizes.
The Festival Organizers reached out to SXILL and Chandigarh Design School Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor to invite him as Jury for Voronezh International Animation Festival 2026. The Festival would take place from 22-24 May 2026
Animakers - Voronezh International Animation Festival 2026
Key Aspects:
Focus: Animation for adults and children, industry development, technology.
Activities: Screenings, masterclasses, lectures, business talks, competitions (including school studios).
Goal: Promote animation, foster talent, discuss industry challenges (like technological independence).
Key Players: Supported by regional government, with partners like TV BRICS and involvement from local entities like Voronezh Animation Studio
Chandigarh Design School Founder Invited as Mentor by AIC-NMIMS Startup Summer School
Chandigarh, India | June 2026
Vineet Raj Kapoor, Founder of Chandigarh Design School and a leading mentor in Design Thinking, Product Design, UI/UX Design, and Innovation Education, has been invited by the Atal Incubation Centre (AIC-NMIMS) to mentor participants at the Startup Summer School 2026, an immersive entrepreneurship program being conducted at the NMIMS Chandigarh Campus.
Established under the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, Government of India, AIC-NMIMS has supported more than 180 startups across diverse sectors and has emerged as a significant contributor to India's innovation and startup ecosystem.
The Startup Summer School is a seven-day experiential learning program designed for students from Grades 8 to 12, introducing them to entrepreneurship, innovation, startup creation, business leadership, and problem-solving methodologies.
As part of the program, Vineet Raj Kapoor conducted a special mentoring session on:
"Diving Deep into Prototyping"
Date: 17 June 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: NMIMS Chandigarh Campus
The session focused on the importance of prototyping as a critical step in the innovation process. Participants were introduced to methods used by product designers, startup founders, UI/UX designers, and entrepreneurs to transform ideas into tangible solutions through rapid experimentation and iterative development.
Speaking about the engagement, Vineet Raj Kapoor said:
"Innovation begins when ideas move beyond discussion and become something that can be tested, evaluated, and improved. Prototyping allows young innovators to learn quickly, fail safely, and build confidence in their problem-solving abilities. It is encouraging to see students at such a young age being exposed to entrepreneurship and design-led innovation."
With over three decades of experience in design education, skill development, and creative industries, Kapoor has mentored students, startups, educators, and WorldSkills competitors across multiple disciplines including UI/UX Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Animation, Digital Media, and Design Thinking.
Through Chandigarh Design School and SXILL, he has actively promoted industry-aligned learning and innovation-driven education. Chandigarh Design School is recognized for its specialized UI/UX Design Courses, User Experience Design Training, Design Thinking Workshops, Product Design Programs, and mentorship-led approach to developing future-ready professionals.
The Startup Summer School initiative reflects the growing emphasis on nurturing entrepreneurial thinking at an early age and equipping students with practical skills in creativity, innovation, collaboration, and leadership.
The interaction between young aspiring entrepreneurs and experienced mentors is expected to inspire participants to pursue innovation-driven careers and contribute meaningfully to India's expanding startup ecosystem.
About Chandigarh Design School
Chandigarh Design School is a specialized institution focused on UI/UX Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, Animation, Design Thinking, and emerging creative technologies. Through project-based learning, mentorship, industry collaborations, and skill excellence initiatives, the institution prepares learners for careers in the global design and innovation economy.
Chandigarh Design School Founder Invited as Speaker at National Faculty Development Program on NEP 2020
Mohali, Punjab | June 2026
Chandigarh Design School Founder as Speaker
Vineet Raj Kapoor, Founder of Chandigarh Design School and a leading expert in Design Thinking, UI UX Design, and Creative Education, has been invited as a distinguished speaker at the Annual Faculty Development Program (FDP) being organized by Chandigarh Business School of Administration (CBSA), Landran, from 30 June to 4 July 2026.
The Faculty Development Program is being conducted on the theme "Trailblazing Emerging Trends in Teaching and Learning Practices aligned with NEP 2020", bringing together educators, academicians, and industry experts to discuss innovative approaches to higher education and skill development.
As part of the program, Vineet Raj Kapoor will deliver a special session on:
"Creative Problem Solving through Design Thinking"
Date: 2 July 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Seminar Hall, Ground Floor, Block-6, CBSA, Landran
Design Thinking has emerged as one of the most influential frameworks for innovation, entrepreneurship, product development, and user-centered problem solving. It forms a critical component of modern UI UX Design Courses, User Experience Design Training, and contemporary design education programs worldwide.
Speaking on the invitation, Vineet Raj Kapoor said:
"The National Education Policy 2020 encourages creativity, multidisciplinary learning, and innovation-led education. Design Thinking helps students and educators develop a structured approach to solving real-world problems while fostering empathy, creativity, and critical thinking. I am delighted to contribute to this important Faculty Development Program."
Kapoor brings over three decades of experience in design education and has been associated with national and international initiatives in UI UX Design Training, Digital Product Design, Industrial Design, Animation, and WorldSkills competitions. Through Chandigarh Design School and SXILL, he has mentored students, faculty members, and skill champions across India.
Chandigarh Design School is widely recognized for its industry-focused UI UX Design Courses, professional mentoring, and project-based learning approach. The institution offers specialized training in User Interface Design, User Experience Design, Product Design, Interaction Design, and digital innovation, helping learners build successful careers in the rapidly growing design industry.
The session is expected to provide valuable insights into how Design Thinking methodologies can be integrated into teaching and learning practices to align academic outcomes with industry expectations and the vision of NEP 2020.
The Faculty Development Program will host experts from academia and industry, creating a platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and future-ready educational practices.