E-SUMMIT’25 at SIBM Pune was a spectacular convergence of entrepreneurial minds, thought leaders, and industry stalwarts, bringing together an ecosystem that thrives on innovation, strategy, and business acumen. Themed Odyssey of Opportunities, this year’s summit proved to be a powerhouse of learning, competition, and collaboration, solidifying its position as one of India’s most awaited entrepreneurial events.
Transforming Students into Future Entrepreneurs
E-SUMMIT’25 was more than just an event; it was a transformative experience that pushed students to step out of their comfort zones, sharpen their entrepreneurial instincts, and gain hands-on exposure to the startup ecosystem. With thought-provoking competitions, high-impact mentorship, and networking opportunities, the summit empowered participants to think beyond conventional boundaries and embrace the spirit of entrepreneurship. The hands-on experiences provided students with the confidence to take their ideas forward, making them more resilient, adaptable, and equipped with a sharp business mindset.
Competitions That Sparked Brilliance
The Summit featured five thrilling competitions that tested students’ strategic thinking and business acumen. The Pitch’25 provided a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to present their business plans to industry leaders. Entrepreneur of the Year was a multi-round challenge designed to assess participants’ entrepreneurial acumen. Tank Shark turned the tables on traditional pitching by evaluating company valuations in a reverse Shark Tank format. The Biz Clash elevated debates with high-intensity business and market-related arguments, culminating in the intense ‘Brand Wars’ round. Stack The Stock put financial skills to the test in a dynamic online stock trading competition.
We are delighted to celebrate the winners of E-SUMMIT’25, who showcased outstanding talent, innovation, and business acumen across various competitions:
- The Pitch’25
Winner: Rankit Singh, SIBM Pune
Runner up: Abhijeet Tiwari, SIBM Pune - The Biz Clash
Winner: Divij Sanduja and Rubin Gala, Welingkar Institute, Mumbai
Runners up: Madhup Tibrewal and Dhruv Thakkar, Welingkar Institute, Mumbai - Entrepreneur of the Year
Winner: Vansh Jain, SIBM Pune
Runner up: Nishidha Malviya, Prestige Institute of Management And Research (PIMR), Indore - Stack The Stock
Winner: Devid Kumar, CH. Ram Singh Mahavidyalaya, Aligarh
Runner up: Suhani Khandelwal, IIS University, Jaipur - Tank Shark
Winner: Rohan Agarwal, SIBM Pune
Runner up: Oshin Arora and Akshay Joshi, SIBM Pune
Invaluable Mentorship from Industry Leaders
This year’s summit was enriched by insightful sessions led by some of the most influential names in the entrepreneurial world:
- Ashwin Raguraman, Founder, Bharat Innovation Fund
- Dnyanada Kulkarni, Co-Founder of Startupsgurukul
- Girija Nair, Founder and CEO of Startup Mentor
- Lavanya Pachisia, CEO, Zivame
- Parth Shah, Co-Founder, Pitchvilla and Creator @motabhailikes
- Purba Mazumdar, Founder, JoGenii
- Sanket Lahoti, Investment Partner, Campus Fund
- Satyajit Hange, Co-Founder, Two Brothers Organic Farms
- Vishweshwar Joshi, Founder and CEO, Startupsgurukul
Our esteemed guests provided valuable insights and actionable feedback to students, enhancing their entrepreneurial understanding and approach towards building scalable ventures.
Fueling the Summit: Our Esteemed Sponsors
The success of E-SUMMIT’25 was made possible by the support of incredible sponsors with FortiFend Legal as the Co-Sponsor, Unicorn Infosolution as the Powered By sponsor, Lotus Dairy as Dairy Partner, Unstop and StockGro as Platform Partners, Awfis as Co-Working Space Partner, Campus Fund as Investment Partner, ED Times as Blog Partner, Campus Times Pune as Youth Partner, EaseMyTrip as Travel Partner, EazyDiner as Dining Partner, Maharashtra Tea as Gifting Partner, OYO as Accommodation Partner, Startupnews.fyi as Media Partner, The Product Folks as Prize Partner, Wictronix as Tech Partner, Zebra Learn as Education Partner, Belgian Waffle and Veeba as Stall Partners. Their contributions played a crucial role in creating a vibrant and supportive environment for the event.
The Road Ahead
E-SUMMIT’25 was more than just an event—it was a movement. A movement that inspired young innovators to think big, take risks, and push boundaries. As we wrap up another successful edition, we look forward to the future, where the entrepreneurial spirit continues to thrive and reshape industries.
Until next time, let the Odyssey of Opportunities continue!
