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14–15 Nov 2026 · 10 AM – 10 PM · RCM Campus, Bhubaneswar

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Regional College of Management

AA KA MABizz Buzz Soirée 2026

Odisha's Maritime Legacy

Transition to Transformation

  • 14th & 15th
    November, 2026
  • RCM Campus,
    Bhubaneswar
  • 10 AM – 10 PM
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02 — About

About AA KA MA

From Tradition to Transformation — Pioneering Young Business Wizards

“From the maritime legacy of ancient Kalinga to a new generation of business leaders, we transform tradition into opportunity.”

Long before startups, Kalinga had the Sadhabas: seafaring merchants who sailed their boitas to Bali, Java and Sumatra. Odisha still remembers them every year at Boita Bandana and Bali Jatra. AA KA MA is RCM's business carnival, where Odisha's young founders, artisans and student entrepreneurs sell, pitch and learn side by side. It began in 2024. In 2025 it grew to 51 exhibitors, with ₹4.5 lakh invested in the Startup Sprint winners.

Our vision

Connecting Odisha's Maritime Heritage with a New Era of Enterprise.

  • HeritagePreserving our legacy
  • InnovationInspiring new ideas
  • EnterpriseEmpowering future leaders
Edition
3rd
Since
2024
Exhibitors in 2025
51
Invested in 2025 winners
₹4.5 L

The six experiences

  1. 01The Captain's PitchPresent your pitch deck, showcase your business vision, and connect with experts and investors.
  2. 02Enterprise HarbourDiscover emerging ventures, innovative products and ambitious ideas in a marketplace of possibilities.
  3. 03Trade WindsConnect with entrepreneurs and industry leaders, exchange ideas and build meaningful collaborations.
  4. 04The Innovation VoyageChallenge conventional thinking, explore creative solutions and shape tomorrow's innovative businesses.
  5. 05The Trade ChallengeTest your business instincts through challenges in strategic thinking and entrepreneurial decision-making.
  6. 06Legacy of the SadhabasCelebrate Odisha's maritime trading heritage: courage, ambition and an enduring spirit of exploration and enterprise.

2025 Startup Sprint winners

  1. 1Matihandichennapoda.com2025 Startup Sprint winner₹2 lakh investment
  2. 2Chakho Choco2025 runner-up₹1.5 lakh investment
  3. 3Davik2025 second runner-up₹1 lakh investment

From past editions

  • Stall tents across the RCM campus
    Stall village · 2025
  • Lamp lighting at the 2025 inauguration
    Inauguration · 2025
  • Cultural evening on stage
    Cultural night · 2025
  • Startup sprint cheque presentation
    Startup Sprint awards · 2025
  • Visitors at a stall in 2024
    Stalls · 2024
  • Saree and textile stall
    Handloom stall · 2025

03 — Stalls

Stalls

50+ stalls from Odisha's founders, makers and student entrepreneurs.

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04 — Pitch Deck

Pitch Deck

Startup Pitch & Idea2Success Summit (opens in a new tab)

Every successful enterprise begins with an idea. The Startup Pitch & Idea2Success Summit gives aspiring entrepreneurs, emerging startups and innovative thinkers a platform to present their business concepts before industry experts, mentors and potential investors.

Whether you are an early-stage founder or an aspiring business leader, this is where your next big opportunity could begin.

Funding opportunity of up to₹1 Cr*

Pitch registration

*Funding of up to ₹1 Cr is an opportunity, not a guarantee, and is subject to the organisers' terms.

05 — Chief Guest

Smt. Aparajita Sarangi, Chief Guest
Chief Guest · AA KA MA 2026

Smt. Aparajita Sarangi

Hon'ble Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha · Bhubaneswar

Smt. Aparajita Sarangi is a distinguished public representative and former civil servant whose professional journey reflects a strong commitment to public administration, governance and nation-building. An officer of the Indian Administrative Service before entering public life, she has held important administrative responsibilities and contributed to initiatives focused on governance, development and public welfare.

As a Member of Parliament from Bhubaneswar, she continues to contribute to public discourse and the development aspirations of the region. Her presence will inspire students, entrepreneurs and emerging leaders to think boldly, lead responsibly and contribute meaningfully to India's growth story.

Eminent speakers & panelists

Leaders and experts sharing their insights on entrepreneurship, business, innovation, leadership, culture and the future of Odisha.

06 — Schedule

Agenda

Idea 2 Success Summit 2026 · RCM Campus, Bhubaneswar

14Saturday · November · Day 01Inauguration & Pitch DayOpening ceremony with the Chief Guest, pitch deck sessions I & II
10:00 – 10:30 AM Registration and welcome of guestsMain gate
10:30 – 10:40 AM Ceremonial welcome of the Chief Guest near the RCM gateMain gate
10:40 – 10:45 AM Chief Guest proceeds to the auditoriumAuditorium
10:45 – 10:50 AM Introduction and bouquet presentation to the Chief GuestAuditorium
10:50 – 10:55 AM Welcome address by Dr. Itishree Devi, Principal UG, RCMAuditorium
10:55 – 11:00 AM Formal inauguration by lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest and senior executiveAuditorium
11:00 – 11:10 AM Traditional dance performance by Abhipsa Pattnaik, BBA studentAuditorium
11:10 – 11:20 AM Address by the Chief Guest and formal inauguration of AA KA MA 2026Auditorium
11:20 – 11:30 AM Felicitation of the Chief Guest by Dr. Sanghamitra PalAuditorium
11:30 – 11:40 AM App launch presentation by ScaleMateAuditorium
11:40 – 11:45 AM Vote of thanks by Dr. Shraddha Padhi, Additional Director, RCMAuditorium
11:45 – 11:50 AM Announcement of tea breakAuditorium
11:50 AM – 12:20 PM Tea break; Chief Guest and others proceed for stall visitStall area
12:20 – 12:25 PM Pitch deck session: anchor takes over and introduces the speakerAuditorium
12:25 – 12:40 PM Speech by the speakerAuditorium
12:40 – 12:45 PM Flower bouquets presented to the speakerAuditorium
12:45 – 1:00 PM Setting the rules for the pitch deckMain gate
1:00 – 2:15 PM Lunch breakDining area
2:15 – 2:30 PM Introduction of jury members and briefing on evaluation criteriaAuditorium
2:30 – 4:15 PM Pitch deck presentations · Session IAuditorium
4:15 – 4:30 PM Tea breakDining area
4:30 – 6:30 PM Pitch deck presentations · Session IIAuditorium
6:30 – 7:00 PM Jury interaction and feedbackAuditorium
7:00 – 9:00 PM Stall visit and networkingStall area
15Sunday · November · Day 02Showcase & FinaleFinal pitches, results, cultural programme & awards
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Welcome of visitors and stall opening; product showcaseStall area
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Pitch deck presentations · Session IIIAuditorium
1:00 – 1:45 PM Lunch breakDining area
1:45 – 3:30 PM Pitch deck presentations · Final session / pending presentationsAuditorium
3:30 – 4:00 PM Interaction with entrepreneurs and juryStall area
4:00 – 5:00 PM Evaluation of presentations by the juryStall area
5:00 – 5:30 PM Tea breakDining area
5:30 – 6:30 PM Final jury deliberations and declaration of resultsJury room
6:30 – 7:30 PM Cultural programme and student engagementMain stage
7:30 – 8:15 PM Awards and recognition ceremonyAuditorium
8:15 – 8:45 PM Valedictory address and vote of thanksAuditorium
8:45 – 9:00 PM Closing and networkingCampus

Stalls open all day. Stalls are open 10 AM to 10 PM on both days.

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07 — Contact

See you on deck

14th & 15th November, 2026 · 10 AM – 10 PM · RCM Campus, Bhubaneswar

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Contact

+91 90900 808011800 1214 357 (toll-free)info@rcm.ac.in

Campus: Plot No. GD 2/12 & 13, Chakadola Vihar, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751023

City office: Directors Chambers, #203, Plot No. B15, 2nd Floor, Swash Lane, Sahidnagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751007

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