Bengal is set to host a pioneering event that will redefine its entrepreneurial landscape. The Start-up Meet and Pitch Fest 2025, titled Platform – Kolkata Chapter, is being organized by Crea8ors, a leading experiential marketing and branding agency, in association with SoftTech Digi Media and Four Colors. This landmark event will bring together startups, industry leaders, and investors to foster innovation, collaboration, and business growth.
A Platform for Innovation and Growth
Platform – Kolkata Chapter will serve as a dynamic forum where startups can showcase their ideas, gain mentorship, and connect with key stakeholders in the business ecosystem. The event will focus on fostering a culture of innovation, providing emerging entrepreneurs with the visibility and opportunities needed to scale their businesses.
Key Highlights of the Event
The event will feature two main segments, each designed to support and elevate Bengal’s startup community:
1. Pitch Festival
The Pitch Festival will offer selected startups a chance to present their business ideas to a panel of distinguished investors and mentors. This segment aims to provide startups with:
- Valuable feedback from industry experts
- Opportunities for funding and strategic partnerships
- Enhanced visibility and networking
The judging panel will include some of the most influential names in the industry:
- Rimjhim Ray – CMO & Co-Founder, Heyo Phone
- Avelo Roy – Managing Director & Startup Mentor, Kolkata Ventures
- Dr. Arnab Basu – Co-Founder & CEO, Yancha
- Aaquib Hussain – Founding Partner, Freeflow Ventures
- Mahesh Shivanna – Founder, Origin Thoughts Pvt. Ltd.
- Arun Mukherjee – Mentor & Co-Founder, Chaigram
- Subrata Dutta – Managing Director, George Telegraph
- Varshaa Guptaa – Consultant, Shark Tank India (Season 1) & Founder, Velocity1
2. Business Networking Meet
This segment will feature interactive sessions, including:
- Business Summit – Talk shows, panel discussions, and fireside chats with industry leaders on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in the startup world.
- Entrepreneurship Excellence Awards – A special recognition segment to honor startups and entrepreneurs making significant contributions to the business landscape.
Strategic Partnerships and Support
Platform – Kolkata Chapter is backed by a robust network of partners:
- TV Partner – Kolkata TV
- Ecosystem Partners – Rotary, FBSC, Byabshaye Bangali, FGEC, Pointers Business Forum, Bengal Business Council
- DOOH Partner – Taxi Top Media
- OOH Partners – PBI, Sampark
- Radio Partner – 91.9 Friends FM
These collaborations reinforce the collective effort to nurture and support Bengal’s startup ecosystem.
Why This Event Matters
For the first time, Bengal will witness a startup meet and pitch fest of this scale, aimed at building a thriving ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship. By bridging the gap between startups and investors, the event will provide a launchpad for promising ventures to gain recognition and accelerate growth.
Sunando Chakraborty, Co-Founder of Crea8ors, shared his vision:
“Platform – Kolkata Chapter is more than just an event—it’s a movement to empower Bengal’s entrepreneurial community. We are creating a space where startups can access the right opportunities, mentorship, and resources to thrive. Our goal is to contribute to Bengal’s rise as a hub for innovation and business excellence.”
Looking Ahead
Platform – Kolkata Chapter is set to become a game-changer for Bengal’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. By bringing together talent, resources, and opportunities, the event will inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs and contribute to the region’s economic growth.
