Chinmayee Satapathy
Bhubaneshwar
Summary
A skilled professional with expertise in designing and managing startup incubation and acceleration programs. Specializes in fostering innovation, scaling startups, and driving sustainable growth across various sectors. Proven experience in program execution, strategic partnership building, and ecosystem development. Adept at creating and refining startup policies, coordinating mentorship, and ensuring smooth program operations. Passionate about nurturing talent, facilitating high-impact workshops, and driving collaboration to enhance entrepreneurial success. Committed to advancing impactful innovation and supporting startups in achieving long-term growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
IIM Sambalpur I-Hub Foundation
Sambalpur
04.2024 - Current
- Program Design and Execution: Conceptualized, planned, and implemented mentor interaction programs, creating opportunities for startups to engage with industry leaders and domain experts, resulting in enhanced entrepreneurial capabilities and access to critical insights.
- Stakeholder Management: Established and maintained robust relationships with diverse stakeholders, including academic institutions, industry partners, and government agencies. Handled end-to-end communication, drafted professional correspondence, and facilitated strategic meetings to drive collaborations.
- Incubation and Innovation Support: Played a key role in developing and managing incubation initiatives, including startup onboarding, mentoring, and project tracking. Supported strategic projects to promote innovation, business scalability, and sustainable growth within the startup ecosystem.
- Foundation Development: Contributed to the foundational processes of the I-Hub, including operational strategy, policy development, and vision alignment, ensuring a strong framework for long-term impact.
- Ecosystem Building: Actively worked to cultivate a dynamic and supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem at IIM Sambalpur, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration among startups, mentors, and partners.
- Strategic Impact: Ensured alignment of the foundation’s activities with its mission to empower startups, driving measurable outcomes such as enhanced market readiness and successful startup ventures.
Associate - Social Incubation and CSR
KIIT - Technology Business Incubator
Bhubaneshwar
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed day-to-day operations of the incubation centre, ensuring its smooth functioning
- Coordinated and facilitated national and international workshops to foster knowledge exchange and networking
- Led the successful planning and execution of MSME IDEA Hackathon 2.0 and 3.0, resulting in their achievements
- Developed and implemented strategies to identify and engage promising startup candidates for incubation
- Provided guidance and support to applicants throughout the incubation process, ensuring their needs were met
- Monitored and meticulously documented applicant progress within the incubation pipeline
- Collaborated closely with the screening committee and management to streamline the applicant selection process
- Established and nurtured robust communication channels among startups, experts, and facilitators, fostering a collaborative ecosystem
- Orchestrated impactful outreach programs, events, and comprehensive training activities to enhance the skills and knowledge of participants
- Successfully executed engaging 80 workshops, 95 mentorship sessions, networking events, and informative seminars, promoting knowledge sharing
- Took the lead in driving digital marketing initiatives, significantly increasing the visibility of the incubator
- Managed various communication channels, including the website, social media platforms, newsletters, and PR efforts
- Diligently documented and reported on project outcomes and progress, providing valuable insights for decision-making
- Ensured strict adherence to governmental regulations and directives for incubated startups, facilitating compliance
- Actively pursued and applied for external startup incubation programs initiated by various entities, expanding opportunities
Intern
CARE India
Ranchi
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Objective: This study aimed to develop a tool to gauge COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and hesitancy by evaluating knowledge, attitudes, practices, and concerns
- Learning from CSS: We countered COVID-19 misinformation among rural residents by sharing essential facts and encouraging vaccine motivation through individual surveys
Intern
The Coalition for Food and Nutrition Security
New Delhi
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Objective: Exploring how India's existing policies can efficiently and economically address rising severe wastage through community-focused methods
- Learning from CSS: Gained expertise in SAM, MAM, and CMAM, along with a practical grasp of the National Nutritional scheme, particularly in SAM-affected children
Intern
ITDA, OTELP
Gunupur
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Objective: Exploring rural life and livelihood in line with academic studies
- Methodology: Collected data from Primary and Secondary sources, primarily through personal interviews, household surveys, and various methods
- Learning from ARS: Mastered planning and implementation with practical on-field experience
Business Development Executive
Corporate Ranking
Bhubaneswar
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Implemented and planned marketing campaigns using print media and digital platforms.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop tailored solutions for clients' needs.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Created presentations on the company's services, products, pricing plans and marketing campaigns.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Assisted in the development of promotional materials such as brochures, flyers.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
MBA - Rural Management
KIIT School of Rural Management
01.2022
BTech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Silicon Institute of Technology
01.2019
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Sanjay Memorial Institute of Technology
Berhampur, Odisha01.2015
Skills
- Program Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Event Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Ecosystem Building
- Leadership
- Incubation support
- Ecosystem building
- Data documentation
- Networking skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic alignment
- Data analysis
- MS word, excel, and outlook
- Power BI software
Certification
- Advanced Diploma in Machine Maintenance and Automation, Central Tool Room and Training Centre, MSME, GOI
- Trained in Electrical Autocad, Central Tool Room and Training Centre, MSME, GOI
Accomplishments
- Secured first position in the Electrical and Electronic Device Workshop (2019)
- Campus Ambassador, & Team Lead R&D Kraya & Kuber Society (09/2020 - 03/2022)
Timeline
Program Manager
IIM Sambalpur I-Hub Foundation
04.2024 - Current
Associate - Social Incubation and CSR
KIIT - Technology Business Incubator
01.2022 - 03.2024
Intern
CARE India
10.2021 - 12.2021
Intern
The Coalition for Food and Nutrition Security
05.2021 - 06.2021
Intern
ITDA, OTELP
12.2020 - 01.2021
Business Development Executive
Corporate Ranking
07.2019 - 04.2020
MBA - Rural Management
KIIT School of Rural Management
BTech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Silicon Institute of Technology
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Sanjay Memorial Institute of Technology
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