Bhubaneswar, Feb 14: Startup Odisha successfully conducted an insightful session on ‘Hiring Right – Building a Winning Team’ under the ‘Startup Focus – Mentor Connect Series’ at O-Hub Incubation Centre, Bhubaneswar.
The session featured Satwik Swain, Secretary General of OASME, and was aimed at equipping startup founders with smart hiring strategies, attracting top talent, and building high-performing teams, which are critical components for sustainable growth and success. Many startups who attended the event expressed their happiness and gratitude towards Startup Odisha for organising such an insightful and impactful session, helping them gain valuable knowledge on effective hiring and team-building practices.
Speaking on the occasion, Kamaljit Das, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Startup Odisha, stated, "A strong team is the backbone of every successful startup. This session aligns with our commitment to empowering Odisha’s startups with the right mentorship and industry insights. Shri Satwik Swain’s expertise will serve as a guiding force for founders in navigating the complexities of hiring and team management, ultimately strengthening the startup ecosystem in Odisha."
With a vision to establish Odisha as a leading startup hub, Startup Odisha continues to introduce initiatives that accelerate innovation, drive economic development, and create a thriving entrepreneurial community. This event reinforced that commitment by empowering entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools needed to build strong, scalable teams that align with their business goals.
As a distinguished leader in Odisha’s MSME ecosystem, Satwik Swain has played a pivotal role in supporting over 25,000 entrepreneurs through policy advocacy, infrastructure development, and business facilitation. His extensive experience, along with his leadership in IDCO, RBI’s MSME Empowered Committee, and the GST Advisory Board, brought valuable insights to the participants.
The session covered essential aspects of effective hiring practices, leadership strategies, and techniques to create strong, scalable teams. Participants learned about identifying the right talent, fostering a productive work culture, and leveraging best recruitment practices to enhance business efficiency. The event was conducted in the presence of the Chief Financial Officer of Startup Odisha, Prafulla Kumar Mallick, along with Itishree Panigrahi, and Sivankit Das, Ajay Kumar Dash who actively engaged with startups and ecosystem enablers, reinforcing the government’s dedication to fostering a strong and sustainable startup landscape in Odisha.
The event saw enthusiastic participation from startup founders, MSME leaders, and aspiring entrepreneurs, reaffirming Startup Odisha’s role as a key enabler in the state’s startup and innovation ecosystem.
