| Name of the beneficiary | Ramesh Chandra Jena |
| Project/Programme Name | PGDBEM-NGO, 1998-1999 |
| Name of the enterprise floated | Partner and Head of MART Global Management Solutions LLP & Co-Founder at MART Academy |
| Initial Investment | 50K |
| Employment Generated | 5 Lakhs and 1.5 Million Lives Impacted |
| Present Turnover | 22 Crores + |
| Funds Raised, if any | MART Global as a for profit entity generally get fund from their clients against services provided. In MART Academy as non-profit entity received grants from different clients for Implementation of development projects. |
| Awards Rec’d | EDII President’s Alumnus Award 2024 for Social Entrepreneur |
Name of the Beneficiary
Ramesh Chandra Jena
Project/Programme Name
PGDBEM, 1998-1999
Present Turnover
22 Crores +
Initial Investment
50K
Employment Generated
5 Lakhs and 1.5 Million Lives Impacted
Name of the enterprise floated
- Digikore Studios Limited
Funds Raised
- MART Global as a for profit entity generally get fund from their clients against services provided. In MART Academy as non-profit entity received grants from different clients for Implementation of development projects.
Awards Received
- EDII President’s Alumnus Award 2024 for Social Entrepreneur
Ramesh Chandra Jena, a partner at MART and the co-founder of MART Academy, has over 25 years of experience in project management, consulting, and strategy formulation for bi-lateral and multilateral projects. He specializes in promoting livelihoods, agri-business, marketing and sustainability with a focus on uplifting communities at the Bottom of the Pyramid. He has facilitated numerous training programmes for social sector professionals, government officers, and corporate executives. He has conducted more than 300 batches to enhance skills and build capacity across sectors.
As a recognized trainer, Ramesh has shared his insights as a guest speaker at leading business schools and various forums, sharing his vast experience in social and corporate development. His consulting support spans a wide range of initiatives, including those supported by renowned organizations such as the World Bank, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Asian Development Bank (ADB), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and Department for International Development (DFID).
Ramesh’s international experience extends to Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the UK, while his work within India has reached over 20 states. His significant contributions include initiatives like Project Shakti for Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), Rasoi Ghar (Community Kitchen) for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), and Arogya Parivar for Novartis, Bicycle model for Colgate, among others. Ramesh’s leadership and contributions to social impact have earned him recognition from leading organizations.
As a certified Master Trainer in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), and Skill Development from Edexcel Pearson, London, Ramesh combines technical expertise with hands-on implementation experience. His academic credential includes Management degree in Business Entrepreneurship from EDII, Ahmedabad, a PGDM from CAMS, and an M.Com from Utkal University. Ramesh Chandra Jena’s unwavering