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Entrepreneurship
Building platforms that empower startups, founders, and MSMEs.
Entrepreneur · Mentor · Ecosystem Builder
Dr. Sekh Abdul Samim.
“Building a stronger entrepreneurial and sports ecosystem through innovation and leadership.”
Dr. Sekh Abdul Samim is an entrepreneur, mentor, researcher, and ecosystem builder dedicated to transforming ideas into impact. Through entrepreneurship, skill development, business leadership, and sports initiatives, he works to empower startups, MSMEs, youth, and aspiring leaders while fostering innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
About
Building ecosystems that empower people and transform ideas into impact.
Born and raised in Ahamedpur, Odisha, Dr. Sekh Abdul Samim grew up in a modest family where hard work, discipline, and education shaped his early years. Despite financial challenges, he remained determined to pursue his ambitions, believing that perseverance and continuous learning could create new opportunities.
Those experiences laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial journey. Today, Dr. Samim leads organizations dedicated to entrepreneurship, skill development, business collaboration, and sports development, while mentoring emerging leaders and contributing to a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Mission
Build platforms where people and ideas can grow together.
Vision
A stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem built on collaboration, innovation, and opportunity.
Values
Curiosity, resilience, integrity, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Philosophy
Every opportunity grows stronger when it is shared with others.
— Sekh Abdul Samim
Journey
Milestones That Shaped the Journey.
2015
Founded Mascot Upgrade Skill & Knowledge
Empowering youth through skill development and certification.
2021
Founded Business Club of Entrepreneurs (BCE)
Connecting entrepreneurs, startups, and MSMEs through collaboration.
2023
Founded Iconic Transformation Pvt. Ltd.
Driving innovation, leadership, and business transformation.
2023
Editor-in-Chief, Enterprise Transformation'
Leading a magazine focused on entrepreneurship and business.
2023
Mentor at IIT Bhubaneswar REP
Guiding startups and aspiring entrepreneurs toward growth.
2024-present
Building Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
Promoting grassroots and corporate sports initiatives.
What I Do
INITIATIVES: Where Vision Takes Shape.
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Leadership
Guiding entrepreneurs and nurturing future leaders
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Business Ecosystem
Connecting ideas, people, and opportunities.
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Skill Development
Empowering talent through continuous learning
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Publishing & Research
Publishing perspectives that inspire innovation.
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Sports
Creating platforms for sporting excellence..
FOUNDATIONS
The foundations of my work.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP · 2021
Business Club of Entrepreneurs
Founder
A collaborative platform connecting entrepreneurs, startups, and MSMEs through networking and mentorship.
Visit website →SKILL DEVELOPMENT · 2015
Mascot Upgrade Skill & Knowledge
Founder & Managing Director
Empowering youth and professionals through skill development, certification, and workforce readiness.
Visit website →BUSINESS SOLUTIONS · 2023
Iconic Transformation Pvt. Ltd.
Founder
Delivering business transformation, leadership development, and strategic growth solutions.
Visit website →PUBLISHING · 2023
Enterprise Transformation
Founder & Editor-in-Chief
A business magazine sharing insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership.
Visit website →SPORTS · 2025
Iconic Sports Federation
Founder
Promoting grassroots and corporate sports through inclusive initiatives and talent development.
Visit website →MENTORSHIP · 2023
IIT Bhubaneswar Research & Entrepreneurship Park
Mentor
Supporting startups and innovators through mentorship and entrepreneurial guidance.
Visit website →
AT A GLANCE
A journey of purpose and progress.
5
Organizations Founded
2
International Research Publications
10+
Years of Entrepreneurial Experience
1
Business Magazine Led
1
Academic–Industry Collaboration
Featured Work
Initiatives I'm most proud of.
260+ BUSINESS CATEGORIES • PAN-INDIA NETWORK
Business Club of Entrepreneurs
Because success grows stronger when it's shared with others.
Learn more →
THOUSANDS EMPOWERED
Mascot Upgrade Skill & Knowledge
Helping others find the opportunities I once searched for.
Learn more →
MONTHLY BUSINESS MAGAZINE
Enterprise Transformation
Celebrating the journeys behind every entrepreneurial success.
Learn more →
MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS
Sharing ideas. Inspiring action.
LEADERSHIP
Giving back.
For over a decade, Dr. Sekh Abdul Samim has worked with entrepreneurs, students, institutions, and organizations to foster innovation, develop leadership, and create opportunities through education and entrepreneurship.
Signature Topics
- Entrepreneurship & Startup Ecosystems
- Leadership & Business Development
- Skill Development & Employability
- MSME Growth & Business Networking
- Youth Empowerment & Career Development
Current Initiatives
IIT Bhubaneswar Research & Entrepreneurship ParkMentor · Startup Ecosystem
Professional Roles
Business Club of EntrepreneursFounder · Entrepreneurship Community
Mascot Upgrade Skill & KnowledgeFounder · Skill Development Initiative
Enterprise TransformationFounder & Editor · Business Magazine
Books & Publications
Written work.
Enterprise Transformation
Business Ethics: Relevance, Influence, Issues and Practices in International Business Scenario
Role of Human Resource Information System in Banking Industry of Developing Countries
Interview Times Feature
Gallery
Moments from the road.
Videos
Selected talks.
BCE company's Reality Exposed
From zero to hero - An entrepreneur's journey
ନୂଆ ସରକାର ରେ ନୂଆ Startup କେମିତି କରିବେ ଆରମ୍ଭ
Awards & Recognition
Selected honors.
2024
Business Book of the Year — Shortlist
Financial Times & Schroders
For 'Quiet Compounding'.
2022
Global Founder of the Year
Endeavor
Recognition for contribution to founder-led capitalism.
2020
Top 50 Thinkers
Thinkers50
For contributions to leadership practice.
2018
Investor of the Year
PE International
For patient-capital returns in consumer sectors.
Events
Where to find me.
Upcoming
05.2026
Milken Global ConferenceLos Angeles, USA09.2026
Founders ForumLondon, UK11.2026
Bennett Fellowship SummitCape Town, ZAPast
10.2025
Nordic Business ForumHelsinki, FI03.2025
SXSW KeynoteAustin, USA
Contact
Let's begin a conversation.
For speaking, advisory, and press inquiries. My team reads every message and responds within two business days.
Phone
Location
Bhubaneswar · Odisha · India
Hours
Mon–Fri · 9:00 AM – 6:00PM IST
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