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Event Recap: Demystifying Venture Financing for Consumer Brands 30 innovative startups came together at StartupTN Chennai Office recently to learn the essentials of fundraising at the Venture Financing Workshop, led by Mr. Anand Shankar, Senior Vice President of Sharrp Ventures. Key Takeaways: Morning Session: A comprehensive workshop where Mr. Anand Shankar shared valuable insights on how startups can secure investments, create a strong pitch, and understand investor expectations. Investor Connect: 5 promising startups had the chance to pitch directly to Sharrp Ventures, opening doors to potential investment and partnership opportunities. This workshop was a great success, offering a platform for startups to gain practical knowledge. Sharrp Ventures | Harsh Mariwala Investment Office #StartupTN #D2CStartups #InvestorConnect #FundraisingMastery #StartupGrowth Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Suganya Selvaraj | Bharathakumar .S

🌍💡 Join us at The Climate Corridor – Chennai Edition! 💡🌍 StartupTN, in partnership with AIC RAISE, is bringing together climate innovators, policymakers, and sustainability leaders to drive real impact! 🌱⚡ 📅 Date: 29th March 2025 ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Venue: Will be shared with registered participants From groundbreaking discussions to actionable collaborations, this is the platform for entrepreneurs, researchers, and sustainability advocates to shape the future of climate innovation! 🌎🚀 🔗 Register now: form.startuptn.in/CCCE Let’s build a sustainable tomorrow, today! 💚♻️ #ClimateCorridor #ChennaiEdition #Sustainability #ClimateAction #StartupTN #AICRAISE #GreenFuture #InnovateForImpact Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Preethi Sivan

🚀 Attention Startups & Entrepreneurs in Tirunelveli! ☕ Join us for Coffee with Collector and engage in insightful discussions with Dr. R. Sukumar, I.A.S., District Collector, Tirunelveli. This is a golden opportunity to share your ideas, challenges, and opportunities in the startup ecosystem. 📅 Date: 22nd March 2025 ⏰ Time: 3:45 PM 📍 Venue: District Collector Office, Tirunelveli Register now: 🔗 form.startuptn.in/CWCT #StartupTN #CoffeeWithCollector #Tirunelveli #Entrepreneurship #StartupGrowth #Networking #TamilNaduStartups Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Rahul N

Congratulations to Chai Kings on raising $3 million in Series A funding from AVT! This milestone will fuel their expansion, enhance product offerings, and strengthen their supply chain—bringing their signature chai experience to even more tea lovers! At StartupTN, we celebrate the growth of homegrown brands making a mark in the ecosystem. Wishing Chai Kings continued success as they scale new heights! Jahabar Sadique | Balaji Sadagopan Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar

Internship Fair 2025 – Your Gateway to a Thriving Career! 🎯 StartupTN Tirunelveli Regional Hub, in association with Tirunelveli District Administration & Naan Mudhalvan, is bringing an incredible Internship Fair for students & fresh graduates! 💼✨ 📅 Date: 23rd & 24th March 2025 ⏰ Time: From 11 AM 📍 Venue: StartupTN Tirunelveli Regional Hub 🌟 Why Attend? ✅ Connect with top startups in Tirunelveli Region ✅ Gain real-world experience through exciting internship opportunities ✅ Kickstart your career with hands-on learning 🚀 Startups, looking for talented interns? Register here: form.startuptn.in/IFSR 🎓 Students & fresh graduates, ready to explore opportunities? Register here: form.startuptn.in/IFCR 💡 Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and grow with the startup ecosystem! See you there! 🔥 #InternshipFair2025 #StartupTN #Tirunelveli #NanMudhalvan #CareerLaunch Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Rahul N

🚀 Join the Fundraising-Focused Dockyard Cohort by StartupTN! 🚀 Are you a startup founder gearing up for your next round of funding? The Dockyard Cohort is designed to equip you with the skills, strategies, and investor connections needed to secure capital successfully! 🔹 Phase 1: Capability Building (Physical Mode) ✅ Master startup valuation & deal structuring ✅ Build comprehensive financial models ✅ Decode term sheets & plan exit strategies 🔹 Phase 2: One-on-One Mentoring (Online Mode) ✅ Personalized pitch deck refinement ✅ Investor matchmaking 🔹 Phase 3: Demo Day (Hybrid Mode) ✅ Pitch to top investors ✅ In-depth Q&A sessions to secure funding 📅 Application Deadline: 31st March 2025 🔗 Apply Now: form.startuptn.in/dockyard 💡 Only shortlisted startups will be invited to join! #DockyardCohort #FundraisingForStartups #InvestorReady #StartupFunding #PitchPerfect #ScaleUp #StartupTN 🚀 Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Poongodi Mathiyalagan | Naveen Kumar

🚀 Join us for DPIIT Connect – An Impact Initiative! 🚀 Unlock the full potential of your startup with insights on DPIIT benefits & state-specific schemes. Connect with mentors, investors, bankers, and incubators to scale your venture. Plus, gain access to the exclusive StartupTN Smart Card for ongoing support services. 📅 Date: March 27, 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Venue: Meenakshi Sundararajan Engineering College, Kodambakkam 🔗 Register Now: form.startuptn.in/DCIIS For queries: 📞 6381341008 📧 chennaimetrohub@startuptn.in #DPIITConnect #StartupTN #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #TamilNaduStartups #Mentorship #Funding #BusinessGrowth Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Venkadeswari N

Calling All Startups & Students! StartupTN, in association with Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, is hosting an Internship Drive to connect startups with skilled interns from Krishnagiri district. 📅 Date: March 17, 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM 📍 Venue: Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Hosur 🔹 Find enthusiastic and skilled interns 🔹 Get support for your startup’s operations 🔹 Contribute to skill development & mentorship Don’t miss this opportunity to build a strong startup ecosystem! 📌 Register Now: form.startuptn.in/IDK 📞 Contact: 82206 34946 | 90803 97136 Adhiyamaan College of Engineering Hosur | Young Indians | Bharat Rising | CII Southern Region Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Gigin Durai | Deepakraju Sivanesan

🚀 Accelerate R&D with AI, Modeling & Simulation! 🚀 Join us for an exclusive introductory session hosted by StartupTN and MathWorks to explore cutting-edge AI applications, startup innovations, and scalable solutions. 🔹 What’s in Store? ✅ AI Across Industries ✅ Startup Innovation ✅ Scalable AI Solutions ✅ Rapid Prototyping to Production ✅ MATLAB & Simulink for Startups 🎙️ Speaker: Mr. Sammit Jain, AI Application Engineer, MathWorks 📅 Date: March 17, 2025 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM 📍 Mode: Virtual 📌 Register now: form.startuptn.in/AR&D #StartupTN #MathWorks #AI #Innovation #R&D #Startups #TechTransformation Kapil Koul Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | SUBRAMANIAN N

StartupTN Hosts UK SME Delegation! StartupTN, in collaboration with GBI, recently hosted a delegation of UK SMEs to foster global partnerships in the EV and micromobility sectors. March 5 – UK SMEs visited StartupTN to explore Tamil Nadu’s thriving EV startup ecosystem. As part of the program, we organized an industrial visit to Raptee Energy, where the delegation gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge EV technology and insights into the startup’s journey. March 6 – B2B Connect @ British Deputy High Commission, Chennai We hosted an exclusive Business Connect event, attended by Ms. Halima Holland, British Deputy High Commissioner, facilitating valuable collaborations between UK SMEs and Tamil Nadu's top EV startups. Key Outcomes: 20+ applications received; 5 top scale-up-stage EV startups selected. 6 UK SMEs engaged in productive discussions with 5 Tamil Nadu EV startups. Promising business connections established, with future deals in progress. UK SMEs expressed keen interest in participating in the upcoming GSS event. Sivarajah Ramanathan | Sivakumar Palanisamy | Dinesh Sundaravelu | Rajan BL | Sai Ranganathan | Nikunj Panchal | Stalin Jacob J | Ponni Velmurugan | SIVA SANKARAN RAJENDRAN | Mageswar R | C N Prem Kumar | Venkadeswari N