Clinton Global Initiative

When?  : September

Where? : New York

Established by former U.S. President Bill Clinton in 2005, the guest list of this event consists of great men from the heads of state, CEO’s, Noble Laureates, Philanthropists and great media agencies covering the event. By facilitating dialogue the three day event looks at addressing the world’s toughest issues. This is an opportunity for social entrepreneurs to understand and react to the world problems and create products to tackle them. Apart from this, an extensive networking opportunity also awaits startup entrepreneurs.

Global Entrepreneurship Week

When?  : November 18, 2013 to November 24, 2013

Where? : Activities offered in 115 countries

Former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Carl Schramm, the president and CEO of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation started this event in 2008 to inspire people around the world to enhance their entrepreneurial potentiality. Apart from a clichéd conference it also looks at connecting innovators with mentors and investors. Hence, this is the best conference for young entrepreneurs to establish their ideas and startups.