Introduction

The Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) of IIIT Bhubaneswar proudly presents E-Summit 2025, a dynamic three-day event scheduled from January 31 to February 2, 2025. This event celebrates the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, bringing together aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and enthusiasts from across the country. Designed to inspire and empower, the summit provides a platform to share ideas, foster collaboration, and ignite entrepreneurial dreams.

E-Summit 2025 aims to redefine the entrepreneurial landscape in India. With carefully curated events and activities, it promises to be a transformative experience for participants, creating a lasting impact on the startup ecosystem.

Agenda and Objectives

At the heart of E-Summit 2025 is the mission to empower and inspire the next generation of innovators. The event seeks to:

• Showcase Groundbreaking Ideas: A platform for startups and innovators to present their creative solutions.
• Inspire Action: Trailblazers will share their journeys, challenges, and success stories to motivate participants.
• Empower Youth: Instill confidence in students, encouraging them to take bold steps in their entrepreneurial journeys.
• Foster Connections: Facilitate networking opportunities with mentors, investors, and peers.
• Build Ecosystems: Create an environment conducive to collaboration, mentorship, and funding.

Event Highlights

Day 1:

• Opening Ceremony: Kickstarting the summit with inspiring speeches and announcements.
• Verbal Combat: A debate competition on "Innovation and Startups in India’s Growth Story," encouraging critical thinking and passionate discussions.
• Startup Fair: Featuring over 120 startups showcasing innovative ideas, with opportunities for feedback from angel investors and venture capitalists.
• Midnight Inno-thon: A 12-hour coding marathon to solve real-world problems, organized in collaboration with Code-X Novas.

Day 2:

• Vision Pitch: Teams pitch their innovative solutions to an esteemed jury, highlighting creativity, technical skills, and practical applications.
• The Grind Station: Activities include:
  • Virtual Stock Exchange competition.
  • Case study challenges.
  • IPL Auction – a fun and competitive bidding game.

Day 3:

• Youth Conclave Grand Finale: Celebrating the journey and achievements of the participants.

Events Timeline

Day 1

1. Global Innovation Drive: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2. The Virtual Stock Exchange: 04:30 AM - 07:30 PM
3. Inauguration Ceremony: 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
4. Verbal Combat: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
5. Start-Up Expo (Inauguration):  04:30 PM - 09:00 PM

Day 2

1. Invester's Round: 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
2.  Vision Pitch: 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
3. Startup Pitching: 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
4. Youth Conclave: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
5. Start-Up Expo (Open to audience): 06:00 PM - 09: 00 PM

Day 3

1. Start-Up Expo (Open to audience): 09:00 AM - 06: 00 PM 
2.  Speaker Talk by Gajendra Purohit: 04:00 PM - 5:30 PM
3. Founders Renaissance: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
4. Speaker Talk by LLA: 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
5. valedictory: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM 

Workshops and Activities

• Workshops: Hands-on sessions exploring the latest trends, strategies, and tools for building successful ventures.
• Networking Dinners: Unstructured yet impactful opportunities to engage with peers, mentors, and industry leaders.
• Merchandise Launch: Exclusive E-Cell merchandise to commemorate the event and support entrepreneurial activities.

Why Attend?

E-Summit 2025 is more than just an event; it’s a movement to celebrate and empower entrepreneurship. Here’s why you should attend:

• Unlock Opportunities: Interact with industry professionals, investors, and peers to explore new possibilities.
• Learn and Innovate: Gain practical insights from workshops, debates, and interactive sessions.
• Showcase Your Vision: Present your startup ideas to a wider audience and receive constructive feedback.
• Be Inspired: Experience the magic of shared knowledge, impactful stories, and surprise revelations.
• Celebrate Innovation: Be part of an event that champions creativity, collaboration, and enterprise.

For more details, connect with the E-Cell team:

• Email: ecell@iiit-bh.ac.in
• Website: www.ecell.iiitbh.live
• Social Media: @iiitbh_ecell

Key Contacts:

• Anirudh Pradhan (Secretary): +91-7978375082
• Aryaman Patra (Joint-Secretary): +91-8984279379