Question

    Which companies have recently launched the Be.Seen accelerator program to support and scale businesses owned by minority and underrepresented groups in India?

    A Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Reliance Industries and Infosys Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and Genpact Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Wipro and Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Tata Motors and Genpact Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    As per the information given below, the correct answer is option C. Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), India's largest fast moving consumer goods company, along with  Genpact (NYSE: G), a global professional services firm focused on delivering outcomes that transform businesses, today announced the launch of Be.Seen, an accelerator program to help scale businesses owned by minority and underrepresented groups in India. With an aim to advance diverse and sustainable sourcing, this initiative will enable minority businesses to be absorbed into the supply chains of large consumer goods companies including HUL.  Implemented by Sattva, a leading social impact research and advisory firm, Be.Seen is a program providing essential training and mentorship, including access to networks, knowledge, and resources to enterprises owned by under-represented and minority groups including women, persons with disabilities, member of   a scheduled caste or tribe, and transgender communities. The pilot phase of the program will enable shortlisted business owners to develop critical behavioral and technical skills over a period of six months, including advancing business and growth plans, pitching to investors, as well as fundraising activities. HUL and Genpact will bring forward their top leaders with deep domain expertise to hold virtual masterclasses, one-on-one mentoring sessions, and expert-led workshops across key areas such as finance, supply chain management, sales and marketing, communication, business development, digital transformation and more.

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