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Get ready for a game-changing experience! 🚀 Velocity launches Vani AI - India's first AI-powered solution to manage customer interactions in the financial services sector. 🤖 We at Velocity have unveiled Vani AI - a pioneering GEN AI solution created to transform customer conversations across the financial services sector. Developed in-house, Vani AI executes calling tasks like collections, lead qualification, document gathering, and more with human-like conversational skills. 💬 Vani AI can understand context, regional languages, and accents with the help of generative AI and multilingual speech recognition capabilities. 🌐🗣️ We have developed Vani AI to help financial companies reduce operational costs involved in connecting with their customers. 💸📉 The future of AI-powered customer conversation starts now! Experience the Magic of Vani AI in the demo below! 🪄 Join the waitlist. Link in the comments. #VaniAI #GenerativeAIRevolution #FinancialDisruption #Velocity #AIInnovation

This month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Manoj Meena and Sibabrata (Shibam) Das, the trailblazing founders shaking up the ceiling fan and other home appliances industry in India! Manoj Meena, co-founder, and CEO, is on a mission to transform the market with Atomberg Technologies energy-efficient, smart, and ultra-quiet ceiling fans. Unlike competitors who focus on traditional designs and aesthetic updates, Atomberg’s fans stand out with their BLDC motor technology, which uses up to 65% less power and offers superior performance even in low-voltage conditions. Manoj, a dual-degree graduate from IIT Bombay, was inspired by frequent power shortages in his hometown. His vision led Atomberg Technologies to expand to over 6,000 retail outlets and dominate online platforms like Amazon and Flipkart, where their fans’ smart features, like remote control and voice assistance, set them apart from standard models. Sibabrata (Shibam) Das, co-founder, brings unmatched resilience and keen consumer insights to Atomberg’s growth story. Unlike competitors who prioritize fan design and speed, Sibabrata zeroed in on solving real consumer pain points—quiet operation, energy savings, and smart functionality. His small-town roots and drive to create impactful energy solutions have helped Atomberg navigate tough market challenges and capture a loyal customer base. Accolades won by Atomberg and its Founders Speak Volumes: - Forbes 30 Under 30 (2018) - National Entrepreneurship Award (2017) - Global Climate Solver Award (2016) - Global CleanTech Innovation Program Award (2016) - Young Alumni Achievers Award (2019) Atomberg isn’t just another fan brand; it’s a pioneer redefining energy efficiency in the Indian home appliance market. Manoj and Sibabrata’s leadership and focus on technology have allowed Atomberg to outpace traditional competitors, who often overlook the importance of energy conservation and smart tech integration. Hats off to Manoj and Sibabrata for revolutionizing everyday appliances into smarter, eco-friendly solutions that are setting new standards in the industry! #Atomberg #HomeApplianceInnovation #EnergyEfficiency #SmartHomeRevolution

Happy Ganesh Chaturthi!✨ As we celebrate the arrival of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, we at Velocity are inspired to continue breaking down barriers for d2c businesses. This festive season, we reaffirm our commitment to: 🚀Empowering businesses with swift, flexible funding 💡Removing obstacles in the path of growth 📈Fostering innovation and prosperity in our entrepreneurial ecosystem To all entrepreneurs: May this festival bring you success and wisdom in your business journey. #velocity #funds #ganeshchaturthi #festiveseason

🚀Fueling growth with financial flexibility!🚀 Lamba Enterprise, a fashion brand from Rajasthan specializing in women's apparel, shares how Velocity stepped in when securing unsecured loans was a challenge. From struggling to secure unsecured loans to receiving quick funding for inventory and working capital, Velocity’s seamless, fast disbursal process proved to be the game-changer they needed.🌟 Ghanshyam Choudhary, founder of Lamba Enterprise, shares how our support made a difference in their growth journey. At Velocity, we’re enabling growth with flexible, hassle-free financing designed to help businesses thrive. Grateful for the trust, and we can’t wait to continue supporting Lamba Enterprise’s journey!🤝 #Velocity #funds #customertestimonial #d2cgrowth

Feeding a baby is more than just sustenance; it's fuelling their growth. For parents, ensuring their child receives the best nutrition is paramount at every meal. With today's hectic lifestyles, the pressure to provide healthy, wholesome food can be overwhelming. Velocity shines this month’s D2C spotlight on Happa Foods, a pioneering force in the Indian organic baby food market. Founded in 2018 by Pankaj Prakash Sharma , Happa offers a solution to the challenges parents face in finding healthy, convenient food for their infants. With a decade of experience in marketing and a background in renowned companies like ICICI and Ola, Pankaj's entrepreneurial spirit led him to create Happa Foods, when he experienced the struggles of a parent first hand. Happa offers a diverse, meticulously crafted range of organic baby food products, including fruit, vegetable, and grain-based purees. Made from 100% organic ingredients, free from preservatives, additives, salt, sugar, and artificial flavours, they come priced between INR 99 – INR 249.  They cater to different stages of a child's growth, and contain the essential nutrients needed. They’re also easily digestible and packed with essential vitamins and minerals. The convenient packaging, featuring on-the-go pouches and foldable spoons, makes it hassle-free for parents to feed their little ones, whether at home or on the go. Happa Foods goes beyond providing nutritious food. They prioritize sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community engagement. By involving parents in the product development process, Happa ensures their offerings align with the evolving needs and preferences of modern families. Available across major platforms and retail chains, Happa caters to 1,00,000 plus babies per month. Happa's dedication to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has propelled them to become a leading brand in the Indian organic baby food market. With a growing customer base and a strong online presence, Happa continues to make a positive impact on the lives of countless families, establishing itself as a trusted choice for parents seeking healthy and wholesome nourishment for their little ones. #HappaFoods #InfantNutrition #OrganicBabyFood #BabyFoodRevolution

Velocity celebrates sustainable brand EcoSoul Home Inc. this month, for innovatively redefining the home essentials industry. Founded by Dr. Rahul Singh, PhD and Arvind Ganesan in 2021, EcoSoul Home offers over 70 products manufactured in India, China and Vietnam. The range includes kitchenware, tableware, and compostable bags, all designed to replace single-use plastics with a strong emphasis on sustainable practices. EcoSoul has rapidly grown to a global presence in just 3 years, and has seen an 800% increase in international sales over the past year while achieving an impressive ₹300 crore+ in revenue. But their true impact goes beyond the numbers. EcoSoul makes eco-friendly choices accessible to all, by pricing its products within 25% of conventional plastic goods. This is empowering more people to adopt greener lifestyles. Their innovative material choices are equally impressive. Beyond the typical bamboo and recycled plastics, EcoSoul uses renewable resources like palm leaves, sugarcane bagasse, and even PLA (corn-based) to create fully compostable options. EcoSoul claims to have cut a staggering 1.5 million kg of plastic waste and 3.6 million kg of CO2 emissions through their operations and sets itself further targets. They collaborate with local communities and small manufacturers, providing fair wages and skill development opportunities. Approximately 70% of the workforce in EcoSoul's manufacturing and warehousing facilities in India are women, with initiatives in place to ensure fair wages and safe working conditions. EcoSoul's products are certified by leading agencies such as USDA, TUV Austria, and The Biodegradable Products Institute, validating their commitment to sustainability. With a significant presence in markets like the USA, Canada, UK, Germany, UAE, India, China, and Vietnam, EcoSoul has a significant retail presence in India. Sustainability, innovation, and social impact - that's the EcoSoul difference. #EcoFriendlyProducts #SustainableLiving #GreenInnovation #EcoRevolution

From IIT to fintech innovation: Abhiroop Medhekar and Saurav Swaroop, the visionaries behind Velocity🚀 Named in Fortune India's 40 Under 40, our founders are reshaping the financial landscape for digital-first businesses. Their secret? Persistence, problem-solving, and a long-term vision. 💡Did you know? Only 1% of India's 1M+ digital businesses access traditional financing. Velocity's solution? Equity-free, collateral-free loans tied to monthly online revenues. Watch as Abhiroop and Saurav share their entrepreneurial journey, from overcoming challenges to partnering with 4 out of 5 top e-commerce marketplaces in India. Ready to think bigger and take the plunge into entrepreneurship? Let their story inspire you! #Fortune40Under40 #StartupSuccess #FintechInnovation #Velocity

Velocity celebrates Aayushi Khandelwal, Kuldeep Parewa and Akhil Kansal, co-founders at Anveshan. Like all good things, Anveshan also began with a personal journey. When at Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati , Aayushi Khandelwal faced health issues from eating processed foods, she turned to her grandmother's recipes – and introduced  a treasure trove of superfoods and wholesome meals to her classmates Parewa and Kansal. The results were life-changing for all three. While Parewa brought his desire to address the challenges faced by farmers to his role as CEO at Anveshan, Kansal brought his technical, product development skills to effective use. Parewa developed a decentralised franchise model that enables local food processing, and partnered with farmers to promote sustainable agricultural practices. They partner with over 5,000 farmer families who process their own produce in micro-processing units near their farms. This empowers these farmers, eliminates middlemen, and ensures fair compensations all around. Aayushi Khandelwal’s commitment to quality and authenticity has been pivotal. She ensures the preservation of traditional processing methods, like cold-pressing and wood-pressing, which keep Anveshan’s products natural. Skills honed as a Senior Analyst at Goldman Sachs helped him navigate the market dynamics of the food industry and to attract funding from Titan Capital and DSG Consumer Partners. Kansal turned Anveshan into a complete food ecosystem by building innovative solutions that transformed the food supply chain. Together, the three of them established processes at Anveshan that: - Preserve traditional methods like cold-pressing and wood-pressing to keep their products natural. - They use QR code technology on every package to ensure complete transparency in tracing the product’s journey from farm to fork, with stringent quality checks at every step. - They build communities and create rural jobs by establishing processing units near farms. - Committed to sustainability, they encourage organic, sustainable farming practices. - They uplift local communities through economic empowerment and skill development. - Their unwavering focus on quality brings pure, healthy food to consumers. Anveshan emerged as leaders in the clean food movement, reaching major cities across India. Selling through their website, q-commerce platforms and retail stores, the 18+ team secured 1.12 crore pre-seed funding in 2020 and witnessed 2x growth and earned INR 34 Cr in revenue in FY23. #SustainableAgriculture #OrganicFarming #EmpoweringFarmers #FarmToFork

Here’s to each one of you: Raghuraj Pratap Singh, Naveed Akhtar B, Mukesh Mahajan, Mohamed Moin, YESHWANTH L. ,Balaraju Arekanti, Swaraj Paul and Rahul Gupta We greatly value your hard work and the enthusiasm you bring to the team each day. Your commitment and keen eye for detail have been crucial to our success. Here's to many more years of success, growth, and shared achievements together! #TeamAppreciation #WorkAnniversary #EmployeeRecognition #VelocityTeam

Major e-commerce giants and dedicated Q-commerce start-ups are leading the charge in India. These companies are leveraging advanced technology and logistics networks to deliver a wide range of products, from groceries to electronics to fashion, at lightning speeds. Q-commerce is experiencing explosive growth, outpacing regular E-commerce by 4-5 times. In fact, it now accounts for nearly half of India's e-grocery spend, demonstrating its rising popularity among consumers. Going beyond groceries, Q-commerce is expanding into various categories, including electronics, fashion, and more. This expansion is driven by increasing consumer demand for faster delivery options across different product categories. Initially focused on affluent urban consumers, Q-commerce is gradually expanding to reach a wider audience. With rising disposable incomes and increasing internet penetration, Q-commerce is poised to become a mainstream shopping option in India's cities. The quick commerce revolution in India is here to stay, offering consumers unparalleled convenience and speed. As the industry continues to evolve, we can expect even faster delivery times, expanded product offerings, and greater accessibility for all. Want to learn more about the future of instant gratification? Read our blog to gain insights into the exciting world of Q-commerce! Link to the blog is in comments. #QuickCommerce #QCommerceRevolution #DigitalShopping #RapidDelivery