“Wings of Progress”
The Inspiration Awards 2026, presented by Vibrant Goa Foundation, celebrates the spirit of innovation, leadership, and positive change. Through these awards, we honour individuals and organizations that go beyond boundaries — inspiring growth, empowering communities, and transforming Goa’s journey toward a vibrant future.
About the Inspiration Awards
The Inspiration Awards celebrates outstanding contributions by individuals and organizations who drive progress through leadership, innovation, and community impact. Building on the success of past editions, the 2026 ceremony recognizes achievers across sectors — business, technology, education, arts, sports, and social impact — with a professional, inclusive lens.
Inspiration Awards 2026 Winners
Celebrating Individuals and Organisations Shaping Goa’s Bright Future
- Mr. Paul John (Paul John) won Inspiring Exporter MSME Award
- Mr. Shekhar Sardessai (Kineco) won Inspiring Exporter Large Award
- Mr. Mangirish Salelkar & Mrs. Uma Salelkar (Umang Software Technologies) won Inspiring Service Exporter Award
- Ms. Asha Arondekar (Global to Local) won Inspiring Entrepreneur Award
- Dr. Sangam Kurade (Kurade’s Mushrooms) won Inspiring Entrepreneur Award
- Mr. Gourov V. Pokle (YIMBY) won Inspiring Young Entrepreneur Award
- Mr. Ryan C Vaz (Infinity 3D Pvt. Ltd.) won Inspiring Innovative Entrepreneur Award
- Mr. Ankur Kankonkar (Anklyticx) was recognized with Inspiring Unstoppable Entrepreneur Award
- Mr. Auduth Timblo (Auduth Timblo) was recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award
- Alcon Victor Group won Inspiring Tourism Brand of Goa Award
- Mr. Milind T Pilgaonkar won Inspiring Non-Resident Goan Award
- Mr. Cedric Vaz & Mr. Mac Vaz (Madame Rosa) won Inspiring Vintage Business Award
- Mr. Tanmay Kholkar (Manas Developers) won Inspiring Real Estate Company Award
- Geno Pharmaceuticals won Inspiring Pharma Company Award
- DCTs Srinivassa Sinai Dempo College won Inspiring Educational Institute Award
- Nanu Group won Inspiring Business House Award
- Mr. Sandesh Dhuri was recognized with Inspiring Sports Guru Award
Trustees
Mr. Rajkumar Kamat
Chairman
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Rasik Naik
President
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Manoj Patil
Vice President
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Ajay Gramopadhye
Secretary
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Dinesh Dhulapkar
Treasurer
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Arman Bankley
Trustee
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Vinay Verma
Trustee
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Milind Anvekar
Trustee
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Mr. Gautam Kharangate
Trustee
Vibrant Goa Foundation
Glimpses Inspiration Awards 2026
A glimpse of the 2026 edition, celebrating excellence and community impact.
Contact
Address
716, Gera Imperium Star
Patto, Panaji – Goa
Phone
+91 8007592225
Email
info@vibrantgoa.com