Stride Ventures

This is your last chance to secure up to ₹15 Cr in funding, exclusive 1-on-1 mentorship, and unparalleled market access with Stride Ventures. If you're an early or growth-stage startup (Seed to Series A) solving real-world challenges, this is the opportunity to scale, disrupt, and lead in Sustainability, Circularity, Alternative Credit, Fraud Detection, Battery Tech & EV Adoption 📢 Why apply? - Fast-track your startup with investor & B2B connections - Get tailored mentorship from industry experts - Gain strategic market expansion support - Winners will be felicitated at Startup Mahakumbh (April 3-5, 2025)—India’s biggest startup event! 📅 Application Timeline: Deadline: 20th March 2025 (Only 3 days to go!) Results: 4th April 2025 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/g_UbJkbU Startup India | Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade #StrideVentures #StartupIndia #Innovation #CleanTech #FinTech #EMobility #FundingOpportunity #EmpoweringEntreprenuers

Big leap for industrial tech: Infinite Uptime raises $35 million! We are happy to announce that our portfolio company, Infinite Uptime, has successfully raised $35M in its series C funding round from investors such as Tiger Global Management, Mayfield, GSR Ventures, Avataar Venture Partners, with participation from StepStone Group and LGVP (New York) to expand its presence in the U.S. and scale its AI-driven predictive maintenance solutions. Infinite Uptime is transforming industrial maintenance with AI-powered diagnostics, helping manufacturers prevent unplanned downtime, enhance efficiency, and optimize asset reliability. With this fresh round of funding, they are set to bring their cutting-edge technology to a broader global market. 🚀 Congratulations to Raunak Bhinge and the entire team at Infinite Uptime on this milestone! Excited to see how they continue to redefine the future of industrial operations. Read more here : https://lnkd.in/ggr7-vAx #StrideVentures #InfiniteUptime #PredictiveMaintenance #IndustrialTech #VentureGrowth

Celebrating the Colors of Joy and Togetherness! 🌸🎨 Holi is a time to embrace vibrant colors, cherished moments, and the spirit of togetherness. As we gather to celebrate, let’s spread happiness, laughter, and positivity all around. Wishing everyone a Holi filled with love, joy, and endless festive cheer! 🌈✨ #HappyHoli #FestivalOfColors #CelebrateTogether

Founder Synergy at LEAP 2025 🚀 Our Partner, Fariha Ansari Javed, joined an insightful panel at LEAP 2025, discussing "Synergy in Startups: Bridging Technical & Non-Technical Founders" with industry leaders. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Balanced leadership teams scale 3.6x faster and drive higher revenue. ✔️ Synergy between tech and business leadership is critical for fundraising & growth. A great discussion alongside Duncan Johnston-Watt (Paravela), Mohammed Alzubi (Nama Ventures), Elina Berrebi (Revaia), Kambis Kohansal Vajargah (Vienna International Arbitral Centre of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (VIAC)), and Ron Levin (Alumni Ventures), bringing diverse global perspectives on what makes startup teams thrive. At Stride Ventures, we back well-rounded founders shaping the future of fintech, healthtech & SaaS. Congratulations to Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia and the LEAP 2025 team for organizing this incredible platform for innovation! #StrideVentures #LEAP2025 #StartupSuccess #VentureDebt #FounderSynergy

We're Hiring! 🚀 Join our dynamic team at Stride Ventures! If you're passionate about the startup ecosystem and looking to grow, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now: Applications Closed #Hiring #StrideVentures #JointheTeam #WeAreHiring

At Stride Ventures, we celebrate the brilliance, strength, and resilience of women—leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers shaping the world. This Women’s Day, we were delighted to host inspiring conversations with remarkable women, sharing stories of ambition, success, and perseverance. Here’s to breaking barriers, lifting each other up, and driving impact every day. The future is unstoppable because of women. #StrideVentures #WomenInLeadership #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay

🚀 Udaan Secures $75M in Fresh Funding We’re happy to share that udaan.com has raised $75M in Series G funding from existing investors M&G Prudential and Lightspeed as it continues to strengthen its position in the B2B ecommerce space, this newly raised funds will enhance customer experience, deepen market penetration, strengthen strategic vendor partnerships, and bolster long-term capabilities in supply chain and credit.  Founded in 2016, Udaan has focused on cost optimization, category specialization, and regional market consolidation to drive operational efficiencies. By sharpening its focus on key markets like Bengaluru and Hyderabad and doubling down on high-demand categories such as grocery, FMCG, and dairy, Udaan is strategically positioning itself for long-term growth.📊 Congratulations to Vaibhav Gupta, Sujeet Kumar, Amod Malviya, and the entire Udaan team on this achievement! 👏 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gD57XvEP #Udaan #B2Becommerce #StrideVentures #Funding #Growth #IndianStartupEcosystem

Reflections from Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Abu Dhabi 2025 🚀 Honoured to have been part of the Venture Capital – The Next Wave of Investments panel at AVCJ Private Equity Forum Abu Dhabi 2025, Varun Agarwal, Director Stride Ventures alongside Dr. Oksana Malysheva (Sputnik ATX VC), Mohammed Almeshekah (Outliers Venture Capital) and John Bringardner (Debtwire) 🔹 Middle East’s VC momentum is accelerating, driven by digitization, regulatory support, and sectoral growth in FinTech, E-commerce, and SaaS. 🔹 Growth debt remains underpenetrated, but its flexibility makes it a strong alternative for scaling startups. 🔹 FinTech boom—from 0 in 2018 to 250+ startups in 2024—is a testament to the region’s innovation-led growth. 🔹 Global banks are fueling debt financing, backing BNPL & SME lending platforms, further validating the ecosystem’s strength. Exciting times ahead for venture investments in the Middle East, with strong tailwinds supporting sustainable growth! #AVCJ #VentureCapital #GrowthDebt #FinTech #Innovation #StrideVentures #NavigatingTheNext

Making food real again: The Whole Truth Foods raises $15 million! 💫 We are elated to share that our portfolio company The Whole Truth, has raised $15 million in a funding round led by European investment firm Sofina including existing investors Z47, Peak XV Partners, and Sauce VC. Founded in Mumbai in 2019, The Whole Truth has been a trailblazer in the clean-label food space, setting new benchmarks for transparency. By removing artificial additives and hidden ingredients, it has built a brand grounded in trust, nutrition, and uncompromising quality. This milestone underscores the trust in The Whole Truth’s vision and its relentless pursuit of revolutionizing the healthy snacking industry in India. The funding will be used to fuel the brand’s in-house manufacturing expansion, acquisition, and category growth. Congratulations to Shashank Mehta and the team at The Whole Truth. They are not just building a brand—they're leading a movement to restore trust in food. It’s been an honour to be part of your journey. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gyV5x4Mw #StrideVentures #TheWholeTruth #SeriesCFunding #CleanLabel #FoodInnovation #StartupEcosystem

Calling All Changemakers! 🚀 Stride Ventures, in collaboration with Startup India and Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, is proud to present the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge—a platform designed to empower India’s most innovative startups, driving advancements in Circularity, Sustainability, and FinTech through innovations in recycling, CleanTech, E-Mobility and more. With up to ₹15 Cr in funding, exclusive 1-on-1 mentorship, and unparalleled market access, this challenge is an opportunity for early and growth-stage startups (Seed to Series A) to revolutionize industries and drive sustainable, inclusive growth. 🔹 Solve real-world challenges in sustainability, circularity, alternative credit, fraud detection, battery tech, and EV adoption. 🔹 Scale your startup with investor and B2B connections, tailored mentorship, and strategic market expansion support. 🔹 Be part of India’s growth story—winners will be felicitated at Startup Mahakumbh (April 3-4, 2025). 📅 Application Timeline: 🔹 Start Date: 21st Feb 2025 🔹 End Date: 20th March 2025 🔹 Results: 4th April 2025 If you're ready to disrupt industries and accelerate innovation, apply now: Bharat Startup Grand Challenge Let’s build a greener, financially inclusive future together! 🌱💡 #StrideVentures #StartupIndia #Innovation #CleanTech #FinTech #EMobility #FundingOpportunity #EmpoweringEntreprenuers