Crest 2025: A Journey of Steady Growth

14.07.25 05:17 PM By Tekvocation

On June 30, Tekvocation held Crest 2025, the valedictory event of the Internship Program. The event brought together interns, mentors, the Tekvocation team, and leadership to mark the completion of nine months of focused learning. The name Crest was chosen to represent a peak reached through consistent effort and daily involvement.

The day began with small gestures that made the interns feel remembered. Photos from their first day, handwritten notes, and sweet treats welcomed them. A sapling planting followed, where interns and guests planted together, a quiet gesture symbolizing shared growth.

Ms. Diana Hombal opened the event by sharing reflections on the internship. She spoke about how the program took shape through trial, feedback, and openness. She highlighted that growth is rarely linear and that progress comes from showing up with focus and staying open to learning and change.

A video created by Manoj N played next. It featured moments from the inaugural event, onboarding, client meetings, team sessions, and shared memories. It brought quiet smiles and a sense of pride, showing how far each intern had come.

Mr. Tony G Thomas, Founder of Tekvocation and Co-founder of Zoho, addressed the interns and spoke about the rise of artificial intelligence and the importance of thoughtful decision-making. He encouraged the interns to stay curious, explore tools used by leading companies, and align learning with real-world practices. He shared that marketing plays a key role in helping technology reach the right audience and emphasized that when used well, technology builds rather than disrupts.

Mr. Francis Joy shared practical thoughts on the importance of well-being and maintaining balance while building a career. He also spoke about adaptability and how it supports clarity and steady growth. Mr. Jagadish from Edcite Mysuru shared three pointers for professional life: stay flexible, develop a growth mindset, and approach tasks and challenges with ownership.

Ms. Diana then shared a few transformational stories that reflected the quieter but meaningful shifts in the interns' journeys. Kavya had strengthened her career by being open to feedback, while Bhoomika gained confidence through consistent speaking practice. Manoj N S returned from a visit to the Zoho campus with a deeper understanding of work culture and expectations. Smruthi Ranjan enhanced his language skills and clear in his presentations over time. Mohammed Ahamed became more observant by learning to read non-verbal cues and expressions, and Niharika developed a more thoughtful and aware approach to responding in conversations. These stories showed how steady practice and reflection led to tangible growth in each individual.

All fifteen interns who completed the program were awarded certificates. Special recognitions were presented:
  • Best Intern Award – Arun Kumar R, for consistent effort and team contribution
  • Professional Excellence Award – Veda Karthik T and Disha Crasta, for exceptional professionalism
  • Impact in Action Award – Manoj Kumar N S, for strong support and coordination
  • Best Trainer Award – Prabhu Shankar M, for his kind and thoughtful guidance
Mr. Prabhu Shankar gave the vote of thanks and acknowledged everyone who contributed to making the internship meaningful.

The Imprint session followed, where each intern shared reflections on what shaped their growth. The session brought warmth and sincerity to the room. Later, the celebration continued with performances:
A musical and dance performance by the Edcite Mysuru team
A graceful dance by Tekvocation staff
A group dance by the intern girls
A fun skit by the intern boys, capturing humorous moments from their journey
The day ended with a group photo that captured effort, connection, and quiet pride. A quote from Tony picked from Tekvocation newsletter that stayed with everyone:
“Success is not about being right all the time, but being ready to change when you’re not.”
Crest 2025 was not just a closing ceremony, it was a reminder that real growth comes from steady effort and the willingness to adapt.

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