Guide to
Submarine Conference Bengaluru 2024
Hi! This is a quick guide to help you navigate the 3 days of Submarine. On this page, you will find everything you need to know about the conference and how to prep for it.
Venue
Bangalore International Centre
7, 4th Main Rd, Stage 2, Domlur,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560071
Submarine Bengaluru Whatsapp Group
Scan this QR code or click on this link to join the Submarine WhatsApp group with the rest of your cohort members for quick updates on all conference related information.
Conf Timings
Aug 28, Wednesday | 9.30am - 4.30pm
Aug 29, Thursday | 9.30am - 4.30pm
Aug 30, Friday | 9.30am - 3.30pm
Aditi Gyanesh Network for Quality Education Foundation (NQEF)
Ankit Kanani Touching Lives Welfare Trust
Areeb Irshad Development Consortium
Arpit Arora Udhyam Learning Foundation
Ashali Bhandari Transitions Research
Asif Mazumder Lupin Human Welfare & Research Foundation
Adv Jyoti Khandpasole DISHA
Kaushani Banerjee ICLEI South Asia
Mercina Gomes Arpan
Moumita Sen WeDoGood Ventures Private Limited
Neeraja Anupama Makkala Jagriti
Nidhi Bharwaj The Nature Conservancy
Nikita Yadav Involve
Pallavi Wagle Arpan
Pravin Khandpasole DISHA
Shawn Phulpagar The Nature Conservancy
Somya Singhal Aangan Trust
Rittwik Mondal Katakhali Swapnopuron Welfare Society
Robin Gusain The Nature Conservancy
Rohit Valecha Initiatives of Change USA
Rushalee Goswami Transitions Research
Saba Serkhel City Collab
Sachi Maniar Ashiyana Communities Foundation
Shahid Afrid Hasiru Dala
Sunil Kumar Arora Bal Asha Trust
Sushant Kumar Mantra Social Services
Viba K S Makkala Jagriti
When we say Submarine is a 3-day immersive conference, we mean it. The 3 days will be peppered with interactive workshops, discussions and some solo reflection time, in addition to the power-packed sessions we have lined up for you. We also have dedicated time for Submariners to chat and get to know each other's work.
We encourage participants to not use their laptops during the conference, unless absolutely necessary. The idea is to stay locked into the sessions and conversations throughout. (We have tons of coffee and tea to help with this :)
We have also intentionally built the conference schedule to accommodate Bangalore's infamous peak hours. We start early and end early. Feel free to explore the city after the sessions end for the day.
What to wear?
There is no particular dress code. You will be spending long days at the venue participating in workshops, discussions and activities. Prioritise comfort over anything else. The space is centrally air-conditioned and may get slightly cold sometimes. Carry a shawl or a light jacket just in case. Lastly, it has been raining quite a bit in Bangalore, so bring an umbrella or a rain jacket to be safe.
Should I bring my laptop for the Submarine Conference?
No, you won't need your laptop for the 3 days of the conference. In case you need to refer to or work on some of your organisational collaterals to implement some learnings, feel free to carry a laptop. But otherwise, you won't need it.
How long does it take to travel from the airport to Bangalore International Centre?
Travel time by car from both T1 and T2 airports to BIC, takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. You can get Uber/OLA or pre-paid cabs from the airport. A cab ride costs approximately Rs. 1000-1300.
Is there any pre-read or homework before the conference?
There is no pre-read or homework before the conference. The only recommendation is to clear your calendar for the 3 days you are with us and plan for the rest of your team to hold the fort while you are gone so that you can be fully present (physically and mentally) for all sessions.
Which meals are included during the conference?
You'll get lunch, coffee and tea on all 3 days of the conference.
Getting to BIC
From the Airport:
You can book an Uber/OLA or a pre-paid cab from the airport. The travel time from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours by car. The cost of a cab ride is around Rs. 1000-1300.
From the nearest Train Station:
Travel time from both KSR Bengaluru and Yeshwantpur railway stations to BIC is about 45 minutes. You can book an Ola or Uber, or take a local auto rickshaw from just outside the stations.
Closest Metro Station:BIC is approximately 2 kilometers from Indiranagar Metro Station on the Purple Line.
On Arrival:
When you arrive at the venue, head straight to the library on the 2nd floor.
Where to Stay
Woke Hostel Indiranagar (Hostel)
Zostel Bangalore, Indiranagar (Hostel)
FabHotel Park Inn, Indiranagar (Budget friendly)
Treebo Trend Blu Orchid, Indiranagar(Budget friendly)
juSTa, Indiranagar (Budget friendly)
Bloom Boutique, Indiranagar (Mid-range Hotel)
While you're here, we want to make sure you experience the best of what this vibrant city has to offer. Whether you're a foodie, a culture enthusiast, or someone who loves nature, Bangalore has something for everyone.
Feel free to team up with other Submarine members with similar interests and explore the city after each day of sessions. Here are some Studio Subu approved recommendations for things to see and places to eat across the city.
Food & Drinks
MTR (Authentic South Indian dosas, and filter coffee)
Toit (Brewpub with craft beers and good food)
Koshy's (Iconic Bangalore eatery for brunch or coffee)
Church Street Social (Casual dining and drinks)
Vidyarthi Bhavan (Crispiest masala dosas)
Rameshwaram Cafe (Best Podi Idlis)
Burma Burma (Authentic Burmese cuisine)
Airlines Hotel (South Indian snacks)
Glen's Bakehouse (Cozy Bakery)
Phobidden Fruit (Vietnamese food)
Boteco (Brazilian cuisine)
Kawaii (Japanese mochi ice cream)
Pizza Bakery (Artisanal pizzas)
Lucky Chan Cheese dumplings, Asian Cuisine)
Nagarjuna (Andhra thali)
Soul Sante Cafe (Vegetarian/vegan options)
Ainmane (Coorg coffee beans)
Arts & Culture
National Gallery of Modern Art
Ranga Shankara (Renowned theatre)
Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath (Art Gallery)
Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum
Bangalore Palace (Tudor-style architecture and royal artefacts)
We are always interested to learn about the different ways Submariners go on to build powerful communications after the conference. We host several interactions across the year to exchange learnings, ideas and insights within our 80+ member group. You will all be added to our Ex-Submariners Whatsapp group where members are constantly sharing tools, resources and insights.
We also offer specialised 1-1 assistance for Orgs where the Studio Subu team will help you apply the frameworks and tools shared during Submarine in a strategic and systematic way.
Learn more about this program on the link below. In case you have any other questions, please ask any of the Studio Subu team members at the conference.
Year-long support for organisations who are working at a nascent and/or bootstrapped level and looking for customised assistance on how to strengthen their communication methods for raising funds, building partnerships.
We are a small team doing targeted work for organisations driving social change. We have been working hard in helping the market change its perception of the role of communications & design, and begin investing more in research-backed solutions. This has been a slow change. There is still a lot more work to be done, and a lot more support needed. Over the last 9 years, our team has engaged with over 200+ organisations through its services, training & capacity building programs and short courses. Our partner organisations work across the field of Health & Nutrition, Education, Youth Leadership, Water, Housing, Road Safety, Community Development, Gender, and Women Empowerment.
The Studio Subu team will be with you across the 3 days of the conference. Reach out to us with any questions you might have or to just say hi!
Hope you've had an awesome Day 1! Below you will find the decks for both sessions covered on building a powerful toolkit and an effective annual comms strategy.
Session 1 Slide Deck
The starter kit to strengthen your brand communications for fundraising and expansion
Session 2 Slide Deck
Framework to build a comprehensive annual communications strategy that adapts to your org goals.Additional Resources
Day 2 was all about diving deeper into the how to effectively craft powerful stories and deconstruct the creative process. Below you will find all the deck slides for the 2 sessions.
Session 3 Slide Deck
Customising your narrative pitch for different scenarios and stakeholders. What does it take to make the perfect CHILLI STIR FRY?
Session 4 Slide Deck
Breaking down and dissecting the creation process. How do words and visuals come together to build a strong experience for stakeholders?Additional Resources
