ATEA Hosts “Small Business Valuation” Masterclass to Empower Entrepreneurs

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By Adam Rizvi, The India Observer, TIO: Piscataway, NJ – October 11, 2025 — The American Tamil Entrepreneurs Association (ATEA,USA), north-east regional chapter successfully hosted an engaging and high-impact Masterclass on “Small Business Valuation” at Axria’s headquarters in Piscataway, New Jersey, on October 10, 2025.

The session, part of ATEA’s signature Masterclass Series, was built around the powerful theme:

“If you can’t explain how value is created, you end up in a losing battle.”

The event attracted a strong turnout of entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals eager to understand how to measure, communicate, and enhance the value of their enterprises in today’s fast-evolving market.

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A Deep Dive into Business Value Creation

The session was led by Raj Naveen, Partner at Osource Global LLC, a seasoned Fractional CFO and Strategic Growth Partner with expertise in M&A, Global Operations, and Process Optimization.

Raj shared practical insights and frameworks covering key aspects of valuation, including:

• Financial evaluation and valuation methodologies

• Operational and organizational efficiency

• Customer and market evaluation

• Legal and compliance considerations

• Risk assessment and mitigation

• Strategic fit and future potential

Through real-world examples and case studies, attendees learned how to translate financial data, operational performance, and market potential into a compelling narrative of business value.

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“Valuation is not just a financial number—it’s a storytelling process rooted in strategy,” said Raj Naveen. “Entrepreneurs who understand and can clearly explain how they create value are far better positioned to attract capital, scale intelligently, and stay competitive.”

Building Community and Confidence

The event was marked by a vibrant exchange of ideas and networking among founders, investors, and professionals. It underscored ATEA USA’s mission to Link, Learn, and Lead, which enables entrepreneurs through knowledge-driven initiatives.

“Our Masterclass Series is designed to bridge the gap between business theory and real-world execution,” said Venkatesh Sadagopan.

“The small business valuation session helped participants gain actionable clarity on defining and defending their business value,” said Sathivel Vellingiri.

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About the Sponsor

Venue Sponsor:  AXRIA attracts investors/investments within USA and EB5 investors from India and other countries to execute some of their many real estate development / construction projects across the US.
Event Sponsor:  AppKorp Inc,  a SOC 2-certified, AI-powered business valuation suite

Supporting Sponsor: Ashiana  specializes in middle- to upper-middle income residential projects in satellite cities, group housing, retirement / senior-living communities, and limited retail / commercial properties.

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About ATEA USA

The American Tamil Entrepreneurs Association (ATEA USA) is a non-profit organization that connects and empowers Tamil and South Asian entrepreneurs across North America. Through its programs, mentorship, and events, ATEA fosters a culture of innovation, learning, and leadership — helping entrepreneurs grow and thrive globally.