YBF a youth wing of Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry was born on the 172nd Foundation Day of the Chamber in the year 2007. YBF was launched in the presence of the young and dynamic actor John Abraham, and cheered on by the Chamber’s luminary members. The YBF is the Chamber’s response to the emergence of young leaders in the spheres of business, entertainment and politics.
VISION of nurturing young leaders in India to become globally competitive and contribute towards nation – building.
MISSION
Creating a forum of choice for Young Leaders to
- Achieve Professional Excellence.
- Act as change agents for inclusive and sustainable development.
The Young Bombay Forum seeks to harness the energy and leadership potential inherent in its membership by encouraging participation in developmental and leadership activities, offering mentoring opportunities and creating a framework for networking outside industry foray. Any Potential business leaders and individuals below the age of 45 can join YBF.
YBF has organised 5 seasons of “Shadow the Leader Program”, an innovative and unique program for promising entrepreneurs, professionals and management students. The Program provides an opportunity to follow a business leader for day/hours and to understand what it takes to succeed in the leader’s field of achievement. Shadow the Leader is YBF’s signature program, and a brand that is fast gaining prominence across corporate India.