Startup Odisha launches an initiative with Business Club of Entrepreneurs in a bid to reach out to increased number of entrepreneurs
Startup Odisha today launched an initiative with the Business Club of Entrepreneurs with a goal to raise awareness about the myriad programs and advantages offered by Startup Odisha, with a view to extending its reach to a wider audience of entrepreneurs.
This pivotal initiative was inaugurated with a vibrant Coffee Session held at O-Hub in Bhubaneswar, which witnessed the participation of Dr. Omkar Rai, the Executive Chairman of Startup Odisha, along with prominent members of the Business Club of Entrepreneurs (BCE). The event served as a platform for dialogue and exchange of ideas, setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead.
Startup Odisha envisions extending this engagement to other business associations within the state, with the primary goal of reaching a broader audience. By forging partnerships with various stakeholders, Startup Odisha aims to inspire more startups and entrepreneurs to become a part of their dynamic ecosystem.
Dr. Omkar Rai, the Executive Chairman of Startup Odisha, expressed his enthusiasm about this collaboration, stating, “we are thrilled to reach out to more entrepreneurs, share the manifold benefits of Startup Odisha, and importantly, listen to their queries and aspirations. This partnership underscores our resolute commitment to bolstering the startup ecosystem in the state and empowering entrepreneurs to seize the opportunities we offer.”
The partnership between Startup Odisha and BCE signifies a commitment to creating a supportive ecosystem for entrepreneurs and startups across the state. It represents a strategic move towards nurturing innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth within the entrepreneurial community.
About Startup Odisha
Startup Odisha under the MSME Dept. Govt. of Odisha as the Nodal agency for building the startup and innovation ecosystem in the state, came into existence in 2016 with Odisha Startup Policy-2016. The vision is to introduce a holistic and inclusive ecosystem for the existing and aspiring startups, establish itself as one of the top startup hubs in the country, and enable the youth of Odisha to become Job-Creators and support the state in employment generation. With the unique support system under the Odisha Startup Policy 2016, Startup Odisha has supported Women/SC/ST/PH/Transgenders-led startups/ entrepreneurs by providing them with financial grants, subsidized incubation and exposure in participating in various national and international events. Since its inception, Startup Odisha has been home to the best entrepreneurial minds & has already supported and facilitated more than 1700+ Startups, with 600+ startups led by women directors, founders and co-founders. It houses the facilities and services ranging from a world-class infrastructure with state of an art facility called O Hub to the best Incubation facility supported by a proactive team, the aim is to take a leap for registering a minimum of another 5000 startups with recognition by 2025. Startup Odisha has been continuously evolving in its Policy measures, always ensuring to have a responsive policy framework. We have been the top performing Startup Hubs for three consecutive years in the country.
