Venture Center (Official Account)

Ready-to-Use Labs, Offices, and Desks and much more at India's largest incubator for science and technology based startups! Come.... 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝘂𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀! Venture Center is an award winning, leading incubator for deeptech, knowledge intensive startups, and our 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝘂𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 for startups offers a range of benefits—without taking any equity! 1. World-Class Infrastructure Access to state-of-the-art labs, fully equipped offices, and flexible desks. Our facilities are designed to meet the diverse needs of startups, providing everything you need to innovate and grow. 2. Expert Mentorship and Guidance 24/7 access to in-house expertise, in addition to customized one-on-one mentoring from industry veterans. 3. Funding Opportunities Access to seed funds, CSR funds, and government grants for different stages of your journey. 4. Prime Location We are based in Pune, a city known for its thriving tech and innovation scene, and we are in close proximity to prestigious educational institutions and research centers. 5. Comprehensive Ecosystem Our extensive support network includes legal assistance, business development resources, regulatory and IP support, and access to workshops and events that provide valuable insights and networking opportunities. 6. Vibrant peer group community on our campus Surround yourself with like-minded innovators and entrepreneurs who can inspire and support your startup journey. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆! We're looking for startups with an innovative idea or technology in the early stages with a scalable business model! 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: https://lnkd.in/gNjukCqu 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹: +91-9172232211 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹: managerincubator@venturecenter.co.in #pune #startup #startupfounder #entrepreneur #zeroequity #incubator Premnath Venugopalan Manisha Premnath Soma Chattopadhyay Misaal B. Gayathry S Amruta Gore Dr. Mugdha Potnis-Lele Smita Kale Neha Jacob

📸 Here are some of the glimpses from today’s awareness talk. We had an insightful talk and engaging Q&A session on navigating US regulations. Thank you all for joining! Venture Center (Official Account) BIRAC Regional Bioinnovation Center (BRBC) Premnath Venugopalan Manisha Premnath Chetna Dharmavat Dabi Akash Dhade Aishwarya Varpe Smita Kale Meghana Bhandari Manish Gore, Ph.D. #MedicalDevices #Regulations #USFDA #MedTech #Startups

🌟 A Milestone Moment for ForschMedX! 🌟 Recently we had the incredible honor of presenting our innovation TrachEase, to David Firth, Regional APAC Sales Head, Ansys, at Venture Center (Official Account) Pune. Engaging with David and receiving his valuable insights on our work was a pivotal experience for our team as we push forward in revolutionizing TrachEase. We were also joined by Murali Pullela Sales Director, Ansys India, and our mentor Hemant Punekar, Senior Manager Application Engineering, Ansys , whose guidance has been key throughout our journey. Our teammate Venkatesh Rau has been instrumental in conducting the simulations that are driving the development and optimization of TrachEase. A big thank you to Premnath Venugopalan & Venture Center (Official Account) Pune for giving us the platform to showcase and move closer to making a real impact in healthcare. #Innovation #Healthcare #MedTech #ForschMedX #TrachEase #Ansys #Mentorship #VentureCenter

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) are becoming indispensable, even for India's small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This article by Ramakrishnan N delves into a pioneering DEIA program funded by the US Consulate Mumbai and led by Venture Center and PeopleWiz Consulting LLP, which aims to bring a culture of inclusivity, equity, and accessibility to MSMEs across India. Featuring stories from companies like Dyna-K Automotive Stampings, Entomo, and NGOs like WAIC, the piece highlights how MSMEs are tapping into DEIA to unlock new growth potential, foster innovative thinking, and create workplaces that are as diverse as the communities they serve. Discover how this initiative is helping MSMEs not only strengthen their bottom line but also become champions of positive change within their industries and beyond. DEIA Catalyst Program | 2024-2025 Neha Jacob Ruchira More Gokhale Protima Sharma Shyne Devasia Kochuveed Meera Marthi Premnath Venugopalan Ashwini P Arvind Santosh @U.S. Consulate General Mumbai

With Diwali just around the corner, our Lanternistry Workshop Using Laser Cutting was perfectly timed for the festival of lights! Participants had the chance to create unique, handmade lanterns – just in time to illuminate their homes for the celebrations. They explored the art of lantern making with hands-on experience in laser cutting, learning design basics, and experimenting with materials. From sketching initial ideas to cutting, assembling, and adding the finishing touches, each participant walked away with a beautifully unique, custom lantern. Thank you to everyone who joined us – we hope these beautiful lanterns brighten your Diwali celebrations! Himanshu Kunjam Anjan Kumar Adarsh lodhi Premnath Venugopalan Sujaya Ingale #lasercutting #pune

We’re thrilled to announce that the YNOS Venture Engine is now accessible through the Venture Center Library! With an unparalleled network of startups, incubators, angels, VCs, and founders,  YNOS is a one-stop resource for data, connections, and strategic insights - and we believe it is a powerful addition to the ecosystem at Venture Center, empowering our entrepreneurs with invaluable insights and connects at their fingertips. Access YNOS at Venture Center Library Today! As a Venture Center Library member, you can book a slot by writing to library@venturecenter.co.in. Once confirmed, head to the library, and you’ll be all set to explore YNOS!

📢 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬! Our MedTech Cleanroom Facility at Venture Center has been successfully 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐒𝐎 𝟏𝟑𝟒𝟖𝟓:𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟔! This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to maintaining standards for the provision of our MedTech Cleanroom Facility for manufacturing and packaging of medical devices. Our MedTech Cleanroom is designed to support  - Bio-entrepreneurs - Incubatees at venture center - Startups/ ventures - MSME/ Large Companies 🌐 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/d2Xp4Gkr 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐔𝐬: ✉️ rifc@web.venturecenter.co.in 📞 9156465147 | 9172232212 Venture Center (Official Account) Bajaj Auto CSR Premnath Venugopalan Manisha Premnath Dr. Anita Gupta Chetna Dharmavat Dabi Prajakta Chitnis Aishwarya Varpe Sujaya Ingale Jaserah Syed Vidhya Bhor Anjan Kumar Adarsh lodhi Himanshu Kunjam Rohit Joshi Akash Dhade Smita Kale Meghana Bhandari Manish Gore, Ph.D. #MedTech #ISO13485 #Cleanroom #Facility #MedicalDevices #Startups #Innovation #Quality #Standards

#FundingAlert: MedPrime Technologies, a leading medical device company specializing in healthcare diagnostics, has successfully raised pre-Series A funding from Ashish Kacholia. A proud recipient of BIRAC’s Biotech Ignition Grant (BIG), MedPrime works closely with Venture Center as their BIG partner. MedPrime has built a significant presence in digital microscopy, with their digital microscopes being widely adopted by renowned institutions across India, such as AIIMS, Maulana Azad Medical College, Grant Medical College, Banaras Hindu University, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, Dr. Lal Path Labs, Apollo Diagnostics, and Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University. The new funds will fuel MedPrime’s international expansion, with a focus on its digital microscopy solution, CILIKA, and support the launch of advanced AI modules for its MICALYS platform in India. Additionally, the investment will enhance manufacturing processes, improving efficiency and boosting production to meet growing global demand. Congratulations Samrat . , Greeshma Unnikrishnan , Mahesh Kumar Rathor , and Binil Jacob ! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gPHpNU-Z Pallavi Bawaskar Dr. Shalini Singh Siddhi Bodke Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) Apollo Diagnostics Banaras Hindu University Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi Indian Institute of Technology, Madras Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Group Of Hospitals, Mumbai AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi) #seriesa #startupfundingnews #healthcare #diagnostics #microscopy

We were pleased to host the H&M Foundation team and guests at Venture Center for a brief visit. The session included an introduction to Venture Center, startup pitches from our entrepreneurs, and a round of Q&A. It was a great initial interaction, and we look forward to exploring future opportunities for collaboration. Nathalie Stjernfeldt Grumme Pär Höglund Annie Lindmark H&M Foundation Zerocircle, Banofi Leather, Heelium Craste, Witchcraft, Suryudey Plastic Electronics Pvt Ltd, Anatomech, Sorting Swans Ecosocial Private Limited, Sprih, Pure Pigments, Gayathri S Niruta Killedar Neha Jacob

It was a matter of great pride for Venture Center to have Ms. Soma Chattopadhyay, Head - Incubation and Mentoring - represent the South East Asian region on a round table on "How do we strengthen the collective capacity of the global impact #entrepreneurship ecosystem?" at the TECHARENA Zero event in Stockholm Sweden. Premnath Venugopalan Dr. Mugdha Potnis-Lele