Startup Khulna

07/04/2026

02/04/2026

'Youth Entrepreneurship & Startups for Students (YESS)' Program 2026 - Khulna

📅 Date: 05 April 2026

📍 Venue: Journalist Liakat Ali Auditorium, Khulna University

To inspire youth entrepreneurship and strengthen the startup ecosystem, among university outgoing students, SME Foundation, under the Ministry of Industries, in association with Khulna University and Khulna University Career Club (KUCC), is organizing this day-long program.

🔷 Inauguration Ceremony
Chief Guest:
• Prof. Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Vice-Chancellor, Khulna University
Chair:
• Mr. Anwar Hossain Chowdhury, Managing Director (Grade-1), SME Foundation
Special Guests:
• Prof. Dr. Md. Harunor Rashid Khan, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Khulna University
• Mr. Md. Rokanuzzaman, Executive Director, Bangladesh Bank, Khulna Office
• Prof. Dr. Md. Noor Un Nabi, Treasurer, Khulna University
• Mr. Nurul Hai, Managing Director & CEO, Startup Bangladesh Limited
• Mr. Bitan Kumar Mandal, Administrator, Khulna Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Opening Remarks:
• Mr. Md. Abdus Salam Sarder, General Manager, SME Foundation

🔶 Plenary Session 1
📌 Startup Ecosystem & Alternative Financing for New Entrepreneurs: Access, Opportunities and Experience Sharing
Moderator:
• Mr. Nurul Hai, Managing Director & CEO, Startup Bangladesh Limited
Panelists:
• Mr. Shafique ul Azam, Managing Director, BD Venture Limited
• Mr. Mehedi Hasan, Founder & CEO, Startup Khulna
• Mr. Ruhul Amin Munna, President, Khulna University Career Club

🔶 Plenary Session 2
📌 From Aspiration to Achievement: Why & How to Become an Entrepreneur
Moderator:
• Mr. Md. Abdus Salam Sarder, General Manager, SME Foundation
Panelists:
• Prof. Dr. Md. Noor Un Nabi, Treasurer, Khulna University
• Mr. Md. Wahiduzzaman, Founder & CEO, Ribana Organic
• Mr. Md. Asad Mahmud Surid, Vice President, KUET Career Club

🔶 Plenary Session 3
📌 Bank Loans for New Entrepreneurs: Eligibility, Process & Opportunities
Moderator:
• Mr. Md. Riazul Haque, Additional Director (SMESPD), Bangladesh Bank, Khulna
Panelists:
• Mr. S. M. Ashraful Islam, Cluster Head (Khulna), BRAC Bank PLC
• Ms. Jannatul Ferdous, Proprietor, Farhan Enterprise, Khulna
• Mr. Nahian Ullah Nishat, General Secretary, Khulna Agricultural University Career Club

🎪 Demonstration Booths & Participating Organizations:
• Bangladesh Bank (SME & Special Programs Department, Khulna Office)
• Startup Bangladesh Limited
• Aspire to Innovate (a2i)
• Startup Khulna
• YY Ventures (Orange Corner)
• Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC)
• BD Venture Limited
• Bangladesh Krishi Bank
• BRAC Bank PLC
• IDLC Finance PLC
• Khulna University Career Club (KUCC)
• SME Business Incubation Center (SME-BIC)
• Student Entrepreneurs from different universities

📡 Watch Live:
🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SME.Foundation.bd
🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

Stay tuned and be part of an inspiring journey of youth entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup development!

02/04/2026

এসএমই উদ্যোক্তাদের জন্য সুখবর!

গণপ্রজাতন্ত্রী বাংলাদেশ সরকারের তথ্য ও যোগাযোগ প্রযুক্তি বিভাগের আওতাধীন বাংলাদেশ কম্পিউটার কাউন্সিলের অধীনে পরিচালিত ‘উদ্ভাবন ও উদ্যোক্তা উন্নয়ন একাডেমী প্রতিষ্ঠাকরণ (আইডিয়া) প্রকল্প’ থেকে আইসিটি নির্ভর এসএমই উদ্যোক্তাদের উন্নয়ন ও সম্প্রসারণে এককালীন ৫০ হাজার টাকা অনুদান প্রদান করা হচ্ছে।

আবেদনের শেষ তারিখ ২৩ এপ্রিল ২০২৬, বৃহস্পতিবার।
বিস্তারিত জানতে ও আবেদন করতে ভিজিট করুন apply.idea.gov.bd/sme

ICT Division, Bangladesh
Bangladesh Computer Council - BCC
Innovation Design and Entrepreneurship Academy- IDEA

28/03/2026

🚀 Got a startup idea waiting to be explored?
Not sure where to begin or how to shape your idea into something real?

This post is more than just information, it’s your entry point to understanding how ideas actually turn into impactful ventures.
Through the YESS Program Khulna Phase, you will get the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of building, funding, and growing a startup with proper guidance and direction. Whether you are just curious or already have something in mind, this is where your journey can truly begin.

🔗 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/YESS-Khulna
📍 Open to all university students in Khulna
⏳ Registration Deadline 30 March 2026, 11:59 PM

Apply today and take your first real step toward building something meaningful 💡

21/03/2026

Eid Mubarak

A sacred month filled with peace, gratitude, and renewal, inviting every heart to share kindness, deepen faith, and embrace harmony.

29/12/2025

🤝 Orange Corners Bangladesh x Startup Khulna

We’re excited to announce our partnership with Startup Khulna through a newly signed MoU.

This collaboration will enable Startup Khulna's network to gain better access to information about Orange Corners Bangladesh programmes, helping entrepreneurs and youth explore opportunities to upskill and grow their initiatives.

Together, we’re working to strengthen the entrepreneurial landscape by connecting more youth to the knowledge, skills, resources, and funding they need to lead with impact.

20/12/2025

Khulna Founders Meetup — Successfully Held! 🚀

Startup Khulna proudly hosted the Khulna Founders Meetup, bringing together startup founders, SME leaders, IT professionals, media, and ecosystem stakeholders from across the region.

From green business and climate innovation to fintech, SME growth, and startup funding, the discussions were insightful, practical, and future-focused. 🌱💡
The energy in the room reflected the growing strength of Khulna’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and the power of collaboration for sustainable growth.

Grateful to everyone who joined us at Lexicon – British Council Examinations Center and contributed to meaningful conversations and new connections.

This is just the beginning. More collaborations ahead! 🤝

09/12/2025

Khulna, are you ready?
A premium networking meetup for entrepreneurs, business leaders & investors is happening on Dec 12!
Don’t miss the chance to make meaningful connections.

Join us on December 12, 2025 at Lexicon, NLI Tower (7th Floor), Khulna for an evening of ideas, collaboration, and opportunity.
Let’s build the future together!
📞 01999242269 / 01847183882
📧 [email protected]

Form Link : https://forms.gle/WWasz24qXzFn1jTp7

21/11/2025

Don't miss the opportunity.

21/10/2025

12/10/2025

📣 Khulna, registrations are LIVE!

The Orange Corners Bangladesh Roadshow is coming to your city on October 15, 2025, and seats are filling fast!

Whether you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about Khulna's entrepreneurial landscape, this event is your chance to connect with ecosystem leaders, gain insider insights, and explore opportunities with one of Bangladesh’s top incubation programmes.

Date: October 15, 2025
Register now → https://forms.gle/Gka2SsdxDvNKSCYg7
Deadline to register: 11:59 PM, October 12, 2025

03/10/2025