4th Edition of The India Nightlife Convention & Awards (INCA) an initiative by Kickstart Entertainment & NRAI

INCA is India’s first platform to experience, celebrate and recognize the providers of the nightlife economy in India

Mumbai, 28th August 2019: The India Nightlife Convention & Awards (INCA) is a unique initiative by Kickstart Entertainment & National Restaurants Association of India (NRAI). INCA brings together and celebrates the thought leaders of the nightlife industry across the country. Heineken is the proud presenting sponsor with Chivas promoting this convention that encourages brotherhood among the hospitality sector, entrepreneurs and specialists for its 4th edition.

The convention is educative and encapsulates ways and means towards the creation of a progressive and distinctive nightlife culture in India. It is graced with pioneers of the global nightlife industry including Mr. Mirik Milan and Mr. Lutz Leichsenring – Founders of Creative Footprint and Vibe Lab, Mr. Ramon de Lima – Night culture advocate, event producer and music journalist, Ms. Anya Sapozhnikova – Co-founder and Creative director at House of Yes to name a few. The convention sees panel discussions on the dynamic and evolving nightlife culture by highlighting their prime points, journey, accomplishments and path breaking initiatives that should be introduced. The various workshops and panel discussions are held over two days. They are curated to touch upon innovative policies of this evolving industry, which contributes heavily to the nation’s economy.

On each day, the convention is followed by a glamorous Award ceremony to felicitate the best of the best in the nightlife & hospitality industry. Day one is dedicated to appreciating and recognizing the greatest standalones in different cities. Day two marks the end of this extravagant celebration by commemorating the achievements of establishments across the country. The jury for this prestigious award consists of 125 members from all over the country that participated in regular jury meet ups in each city to select the finest, making it one of the most transparent awards in the country.

The 4th edition of INCA includes:

· Season Opening Party at Dragonfly Experience, Mumbai on 30th August 2019

· Pre Parties in Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai on 6th September 2019

· Pre Parties in Pune, Goa and Delhi on 13th September 2019

· Pre Party in Mumbai in Mumbai on 14th September 2019

· Sundowner for delegates & convention speakers at The St. Regis, Mumbai on 17th September 2019

· Inauguration of INCA at The St. Regis, Mumbai on 18th September 2019

· Convention – Day 1 at The St. Regis, Mumbai on 18th September 2019

· Award ceremony for City level winners at The St. Regis, Mumbai on 18th September 2019

· Block Party in Mumbai on 18th September 2019

· Convention – Day 2 at The St. Regis, Mumbai on 19th September 2019

· Award ceremony for National level winners at The St. Regis, Mumbai on 19th September 2019

Aman Anand, Director, Kickstart Entertainment says, “Even though we are now in our 4th edition of INCA, it’s still equally exciting and even more gratifying to continue to receive tremendous support & participation from the nightlife industry. We have always strived to keep raising the bar each year, and this year with the support from Heineken and Chivas, we are sure to not only achieve that & beyond, but also have some more engaging ideas for the next year. Like each year, we have a great line-up of international speakers that includes Anya Sapozhnikova (Co- Founder & Creative Director: House of Yes), Michiel Tettero (Head of Music at Awakenings), Mirik Milan and Lutz Leichsenring – Founders of Creative Footprint and Vibe Lab. I’m sure INCA 2019 will be few notches higher than all our previous editions put together.”

Rahul Singh, President of NRAI, remarked, “Nightlife is an integral part of any country’s cultural landscape and we are proud to present our philosophy in INCA’s 4th edition.”

Riyaaz Amlani, Co-Founder of INCA and CEO & MD, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. says, “Nightlife is a demographic agnostic and thereby highly inclusive, making it a big propeller for change, we welcome the 4th edition of The India Nightlife Convention & Awards.”

About India Nightlife Convention & Awards:

NCA annually brings thousands of industry professionals from the nightlife community together to discover new products, trends & strategies in the industry. It is a 2-day business convention followed by Awards to felicitate the best in the industry. It is a property of Kickstart Entertainment & an initiative by National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI).

Kickstart Entertainment:

Kickstart Entertainment provides expertise adequately flanked by a dedicated young, vibrant & professionally qualified team with backgrounds in event management,

brand activation, marketing, designing & skills alike servicing across the country offering competitive costs for all services provided.

NRAI:

National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) is the Voice of the Indian Restaurant Industry. Founded in 1982, it represents 100000+ restaurants; an industry valued INR 3, 09, 110crores. Being the leading association of the Indian restaurant industry, NRAI aspires to promote and strengthen the Indian Food Service Sector. Headquartered in Delhi, the association in its 35thyear has a pan India presence with members comprising of restaurants, suppliers and educational institutes associated with it.