Dear Members of the Kanara Entrepreneurs (KEL) Family,

As the holiday season unfolds, I extend my heartfelt greetings to each of you. ✨

Christmas is a time of warmth, generosity, and celebration—a time when the spirit of giving takes center stage. And isn’t that what entrepreneurship is all about? Giving your ideas a chance to bloom, giving your teams the strength to soar, and giving the world something unique that only you can create.

So, as we bask in the glow of this season, let’s remind ourselves that every entrepreneur here is like a Christmas tree:

• Your roots are the values you learned back in Kanara region —a solid foundation.
• Your trunk is your resilience—strong, unwavering, ready to weather any storm.
• And those twinkling lights? That’s your passion, your vision, your unwavering hope.

Christmas morning is all about surprises, isn’t it? That magical moment of unwrapping gifts and finding something wonderful inside. Entrepreneurs, you live that every day!

• Every idea is a gift, waiting to be unwrapped and turned into a reality.
• Every challenge is like tangled Christmas lights—frustrating at first, but oh, the satisfaction when they light up!
• Every customer is Santa—they bring you feedback, and in turn, you give them value.

This year has been a testament to our resilience, innovation, and the power of collaboration. Through the shared values of entrepreneurship, hard work, and mutual support, we have witnessed remarkable achievements that have strengthened our KEL family.

As we gather with our loved ones to celebrate the spirit of Christmas, let us also cherish the connections and friendships we have built within KEL. These relationships are the foundation of our continued growth and success.

As we prepare to flip the calendar to 2025, remember this: the Christmas star shone brightest in the darkest night, guiding the way to something extraordinary. You, too, are stars. Shine bright in the markets you enter, light up the lives of those who work with you, and guide your businesses to greater heights.

Looking ahead to 2025, I am filled with optimism and excitement. Together, we will continue to grow, dream big, and achieve new milestones that reflect the strength and potential of Kanara Entrepreneurs.

May this Christmas bring you and your families joy, peace, and prosperity. May the New Year bless you with renewed energy and endless opportunities to succeed.

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Warm Regards,

Ivan Fernandes | Chairman, KE Global