IIMA Ventures’ Post

#ETSoonicornsSummit 2024: What does the funding future hold for the Indian startup ecosystem? To answer this question, and many more, seasoned venture capitalists will take the stage to share insights into the challenging funding landscape. Discover the #fundingoutlook2024 and learn which sectors are poised for growth. This is your chance to gain invaluable insights from industry experts such as:  Amit Somani, Managing Partner, Prime Ventures Anand Datta, Partner, Nexus Ventures Partner Anand Lunia, General Partner, India Quotient Harsha Kumar, Partner, Lightspeed India Partners  Prayank Swaroop, Partner, Accel India Shanti Mohan, Co-Founder & CEO, LetsVenture Shweta Bhatia, Partner Head of Technology, Consumer & Financial Services Investments Eight Roads Ventures India Are we witnessing the end of the prolonged funding winter or are muted interest and cautious optimism the new norms? What’s fuelling investor interest and what mistakes to avoid to turn them away? What has changed since last year when startups showcased resilience by prioritising valuations, unit economics, and sustainable growth over vanity metrics? These experts will decode the investment outlook for the current year and the anticipated future. Register now to secure your spot at this premier event where industry leaders gather to dive deep into the issues that matter. Seats are limited! https://bit.ly/3ypNRyu

To strengthen the participation of domestic equity capital in startups, the team is organizing an invite-only closed-door engagement for corporates to brainstorm on how a private entity can build a successful Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arm and for the existing CVCs to reactive their businesses. The engagement will have an industry expert who will discuss ‘The CVC Starters and Dynamics’, followed by live case studies of successful corporates and an open discussion. Adding a new feature to this time’s edition, we will also be inviting startups for the latter part of the day for a Corporate-Startup Business Matchmaking for corporates to interact with some handpicked startups in the ecosystem. RSVP now: https://lnkd.in/e_tgyECu Harleen Pasricha Startup India Ritu A Sharma Madan Padaki Vinay Dora K Lakshmi P Suman Dash Rajesh Gopal Suriya Kala Deepal Kothari  TiE Delhi-NCR International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore #IIITB #IIITBangalore #EquityCapitalBoost #CorporateVentureInsights #CVCStrategies #StartupEngagement #BusinessMatchmaking #EquityInnovation

To strengthen the participation of domestic equity capital in startups, the team is organizing an invite-only closed-door engagement for corporates to brainstorm on how a private entity can build a successful Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arm and for the existing CVCs to reactive their businesses. The engagement will have an industry expert who will discuss ‘The CVC Starters and Dynamics’, followed by live case studies of successful corporates and an open discussion. Adding a new feature to this time’s edition, we will also be inviting startups for the latter part of the day for a Corporate-Startup Business Matchmaking for corporates to interact with some handpicked startups in the ecosystem. RSVP Now - https://lnkd.in/e_tgyECu Harleen Pasricha Startup India Ritu A Sharma Madan Padaki Vinay Dora K Lakshmi P Suman Dash Rajesh Gopal Suriya Kala Deepal Kothari  TiE Delhi-NCR International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore #IIITB #IIITBangalore #EquityCapitalBoost #CorporateVentureInsights #CVCStrategies #StartupEngagement #BusinessMatchmaking #EquityInnovation

Investing in start-ups is not just about diversifying your investment portfolio or creating wealth. It has provided me with invaluable first-hand experience of the passion, the struggles, and the critical decision-making processes involved, and especially the grit required to be a founder. More importantly, it has taught me how to build scalable and sustainable businesses, foster a strong organizational culture, and create enduring organizations. I have been implementing these learnings to help grow NanoHealth! Thanks a lot to Inflection Point Ventures, Vinay Bansal, Ankur Mittal, Mitesh Shah. Wishing them all the best! Manish Ranjan

Congratulations, Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) and the team, for putting together another successful IVCA Conclave. It's clear to see how the event has grown over the years, which not only mirrors the industry's progress but also reflects your significant contribution to its #development. Reflecting on our journey at Indian Angel Network, I am reminded of our motive to catalyse #innovation and support promising #startups. As we look ahead, I am confident that the spirit of innovation will continue to drive us forward. With each #investment, we are not just backing #businesses – we are #investing in the future. I am excited about the #opportunities that lie ahead. On the subject of innovation and cross-border investments, in the innovation landscape, there has been an increasing focus on #deeptech and science/IP-driven startups. While this is a positive development, taking innovation cross-border requires more than just an exciting tech product. There is still a significant lack of understanding of commercial strategy among these companies. As early-stage investors, we often have to act as advisors and mentors, providing extensive guidance on business fundamentals and helping to connect these companies with #talent. Thank you to the IVCA team for organising such a fantastic event and to all who attended. Together, let us continue to champion innovation and #entrepreneurship for a brighter tomorrow.

New Fund Focuses on High-Growth Indian Startups: Filter Capital *New investment firm launched by Nitin Nayar & Sumit Sinha. *Raised $14 million in its first close (mid-2022). *Diverse investor base: 60% domestic, 40% international. *Targets 8-10 companies with significant #investment size (INR 60-100 Cr). *Focus likely on high-growth potential in the Indian market. #venturecapital #IndiaStartupEcosystem #BPlanadvisors #Buildingbusinesses

From space exploration to fintech, these startups are reshaping industries and economies. Here’s a snapshot of the world's most valuable startups. Which sectors do you think will lead the next wave of economic growth and which Indian company has the potential to become part of this list? Source: Statista #Innovation #StartupValuation #TechTrends #EmergingMarkets #BusinessGrowth #StartupLeaders

Amidst a challenging investment landscape, early-stage investors have emerged as the champions in January, paving the way for innovation and growth. We are thrilled to announce our commitment to this transformative journey, having invested in a number of startups like Salty , Zingavita , TAO Digital Solutions , etc. The excitement mounts as we eagerly anticipate their remarkable growth in the coming years. Despite a 64% drop in overall investments from December, early-stage startups showcased resilience and dynamism. Indian startups secured $366 million in 53 deals, down from $1,027 million in 48 deals in the previous month. The total investment size slightly decreased to $129 million, reflecting a 14% decline from January 2023. In this transformative landscape, Anicut Capital stood out as a key player, dominating the charts as one of the most active investors in January. Our strategic investments have not only boosted funding, but also highlighted the importance of unwavering support to early-stage in driving innovation and entrepreneurship; which we aim to persist going forward. I A S BALAMURUGAN | Dhruv Kapoor | Ajay Anand | Dhruv Ranjan | Arun Thathachari | Adithya Bharadwaj | Arushi Maheshwari | Pranav Visvesh | Ankita Poddar | Venkatesh Parthasarathi | Supreetha M | moneycontrol.com

We witnessed an enlightening webinar, "Startup Investing Basics," which took place on September 20, 2023. The event was hosted by Mr. ANKIT SAXENA and moderated by Dr. Riddhi Mahansaria. 🌟 The session provided insights on the various types of funding available for startups at different stages. 🎯 Explore the diverse funding options, ranging from bootstrapping to venture capital. 🎯 Discover when your startup should consider each funding source, ensuring a tailored approach for success. We thank our expert speakers for shedding light on these critical aspects of startup growth. Stay tuned for more knowledge-sharing events as we continue to empower startups with valuable insights. Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs | Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises | Department of Biotechnology | Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) | Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) | Sib Shine IITK KGMU | Ankush Sharma | Amitabha Bandyopadhyay | Dr Nikhil Agarwal | Piyush Mishra | Shreya Sanghvi Malik | Jatin Mishra | Anukriti Singh | Dr. Riddhi Mahansaria | Nagendra Khatri | Titiksha Chittoda | Arijit Bhattacharjee, PhD | Rishabh Pandey | Neha Srivastava | Aanchal Verma | Sreya Mondal | Deepak Kumar | Sarthak Srivastava | Tushar Bagchi | Arpit Pahwa | Riya Sinha | Vanshika Srivastava | Abhishek Shukla #InvestingForStartups #MentoringWebinar #StartupGrowth #StartupSuccess #DebtToEquity #FundingStrategies

Bharat Pitchathon 3.0 - Opportunity to pitch to Top Investors of the country, is coming to your state 🚀 Thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated third edition of India's Premier Series of Pitch Event, Bharat Pitchathon 3.0, is coming to 20+ States We, at the Lead Angels , are delighted to partner as Investment Partner for Bharat Pitchathon 3.0. Bharat Pitchathon 2.0 was a journey like no other with over 200 startup pitches, 600 investor-startup connections, 6-month growth program and the invaluable support of 220+ partners including incubator & investment partners. What's in store for you at Bharat Pitchathon 3.0? 🔹 Pitch to Top Investors : Present your ideas to top investors for potential partnerships and funding. 🔹 Industry Expert Connection: Gain insights and guidance from industry experts. 🔹 Resource Riches: Gain access to a treasure trove of mentorship, networking, and growth opportunities. 🔹 High-Impact Visibility: Elevate your startup's reach and visibility. 🔹 Thrilling growth program: Selected startups receive comprehensive support including mentorship, GTM support with opportunities to pitch to prominent investors on a national scale But that's not all! 🔹 Road To Bangalore Slush’D - 2024 : Selected startups from state editions will earn the coveted opportunity to pitch at Bangalore Slush’D - 2024. Registration link - https://lnkd.in/gFhNupCv Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to shine and make your mark in the startup world. #leadangels #bharatpitchathon #beyondangelinvesting #valuecreation #wealthcreation #startups #bharatstartups