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Redefining the Future through Deep Tech 🚀 Meet the visionary leaders harnessing deep tech to drive transformative change. Tarushaa Miittal - Ethx (now OroPocket) Ethx, founded by Tarusha Mittal, began as one of India’s first Ethereum exchanges, creating a seamless blockchain suite for small and medium enterprises. Ethx offered a wallet and an exchange, enabling secure and user-friendly crypto transactions. Now rebranded as OroPocket, it’s an advanced universal investment platform on blockchain that lets users invest, save, and grow their wealth in a decentralized, democratized manner. With features like a crypto point-of-sale system and card-based payments, OroPocket is transforming financial inclusion, offering easy and inclusive access to digital assets. Anuradha Aggrawal - Multibhashi Multibhashi is a language learning platform revolutionizing the accessibility of Indian languages and English for millions of new users. With interactive methods like real-time chat, streaming video, and gamification, Multibhashi supports language learning for both individuals and businesses. The app offers courses in 11 Indian languages and allows users to connect with tutors who provide job-related English training. New features, such as a chatbot and community forum, enrich the learning experience by facilitating practice, peer support, and engagement, making language learning accessible and impactful for rural and urban populations alike. Barkha Sharma - BASH.AI Bash.ai, led by Barkha Sharma, is a forward-thinking HR tech startup focused on bringing AI-driven automation to human resources management. Offering chatbots, attendance systems, and a comprehensive HR portal, Bash.ai aims to improve workplace efficiency and employee engagement. With its intelligent solutions, the company streamlines HR processes, helping organizations maintain a positive and healthy environment. Bash.ai’s innovations position it as a leading AI-powered HR solution in the industry, catering to the evolving needs of modern workplaces. Why Deep Tech Startups Matter 🌌 Transformative Innovation: Deep tech investments are projected to reach $1 trillion by 2025, driving solutions for complex challenges. Data-Driven Insights: Companies leveraging AI report a 10-15% increase in productivity, translating into significant cost savings. Sustainable Practices: Implementing AI in operations can reduce energy consumption by 30-50%, promoting environmental sustainability. Scalable Solutions: Deep tech solutions have the potential to create 20 million jobs globally by 2030 across various sectors. Join the Movement for a Smarter Future 🌟 Support visionary startups like OroPocket, Multibhashi, and Bash.ai as they drive innovation for a better tomorrow! Ankita Vashistha Avinash Vashistha Frank Pendle Shari Wenker Shék Jain Dilip Hanumara Anisha Patnaik Peter Allen #DeepTechInnovation #FutureOfTech #AIRevolution #HRTech #TechForGood #BlockchainSolutions #SmartSolutions #TechForChange

🌱 kindlife.in: Redefining Wellness and Beauty for Conscious Consumers 🌱 Meet Radhika Ghai, Vidit Jain, and Manasa Garemella, the visionary founders of kindlife.in – a leading e-commerce platform dedicated to clean living. Kindlife is transforming the wellness, nutrition, and beauty space in India, offering a curated selection of verified clean, certified, and 100% safe products for conscious consumers. Here’s why we’re excited: 🌍 Growing Community: Kindlife has built a thriving community of wellness enthusiasts who value clean, eco-conscious choices. With personalized AI-powered skincare recommendations, the platform is elevating the way people approach self-care. 🤝 Purpose-Driven Brand Partnerships: With 800 partnered brands, Kindlife is committed to connecting consumers with purpose-driven companies that prioritize clean ingredients and ethical practices. 💡 Ecosystem of Clean Living: Kindlife is on a mission to build the world’s #1 ecosystem in wellness, nutrition, and beauty – setting new standards for quality, transparency, and conscious consumerism. 🚀 Innovating for a New Generation: As one of India’s top 100 fastest-growing online companies, Kindlife is the go-to destination for young consumers in search of products that benefit both individuals and the planet. We’re honored to back Radhika, Vidit, and Manasa as they lead a movement towards cleaner, healthier lifestyle choices for the next generation of consumers! 🌏 Ankita Vashistha Avinash Vashistha Frank Pendle Shari Wenker Shék Jain Dilip Hanumara Anisha Patnaik Peter Allen #Kindlife #CleanLiving #EcoConscious #PortfolioCompany #Wellness #Beauty #ConsciousConsumer

Empowering the Future through Deep Tech Innovation 🚀 Meet the visionary leaders harnessing deep tech to drive transformative change. Suruchi Rao & Shanta Rao - Ossus Biorenewables Ossus Biorenewables specializes in sustainable biohydrogen production through advanced microbial technology, targeting dilute organics in effluents. Their flagship device, OB HYDRACEL, is a retrofittable unit that operates on localized power, needing no external sources. This compact system integrates seamlessly into existing infrastructure, minimizing space and downtime while maximizing bioenergy output. Ossus is committed to pioneering cleaner, on-demand energy solutions for a sustainable future. Vidhya Vinay - streamingo.ai Streamingo.ai addresses inefficiencies in behavior analysis by providing precise video-based measurements of human actions. This improves accuracy, ROI, and actionable insights across industries like CPG, sports, and manufacturing. It helps businesses understand real consumer behavior, optimize operations, enhance performance, and boost fan engagement, leading to more informed decisions and effective strategies. Surabhi Das - Ziroh Labs Ziroh Labs is an innovative data security and privacy technology startup specializing in advanced encryption techniques. The company offers a robust cloud-based file storage solution, enabling users to securely store and share both personal and professional files. Ziroh Labs' architecture allows seamless integration with various file storage providers and can also be deployed on-premise, ensuring flexibility and enhanced data protection for its users. Their commitment to cutting-edge security ensures that sensitive information remains safeguarded throughout its lifecycle. Why Deep Tech Startups Matter 🌌 1. Transformative Innovation: Deep tech investments are projected to reach $1 trillion by 2025, driving solutions for complex challenges. 2. Data-Driven Insights: Companies leveraging AI report a 10-15% increase in productivity, translating into significant cost savings. 3. Sustainable Practices: Implementing AI in operations can reduce energy consumption by 30-50%, promoting environmental sustainability. 4. Scalable Solutions: Deep tech solutions have the potential to create 20 million jobs globally by 2030 across various sectors. Join the Movement for a Smarter Future 🌟 Support visionary startups like Ossus Biorenewables and Ziroh Labs as they drive innovation for a better tomorrow! Ankita Vashistha Avinash Vashistha Frank Pendle Shari Wenker Shék Jain Dilip Hanumara Anisha Patnaik Peter Allen #DeepTechInnovation #FutureOfTech #Bioenergy #AIRevolution #DataSecurity #SustainableTech #TechForGood #GreenEnergy #SmartSolutions #TechForChange

🌐 Indian IT: Seize the $1 Trillion-Dollar AI / #GCC Opportunity or Fade into Oblivion The Indian IT industry, a $255 billion giant, stands at a precipice. While its past successes are undeniable, clinging to historical models is a recipe for obsolescence. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's recent visit should be a wake-up call: India must aggressively reinvent itself as an AI powerhouse or risk fading into irrelevance. The opportunity is massive – a potential $1 trillion market by 2030 catalysed on the GCC platform – but the window is closing. 🚥 AI Revolution is Happening Now: Jensen Huang is clear: India has the raw ingredients for AI dominance – data, talent, and resources. Yet, a sense of urgency seems to be lacking. While some IT services leaders are taking steps towards AI, many remain complacent, clinging to cost arbitrage. This is a dangerous gamble. 🚥 A Stealthy Competitor Emerges: Meanwhile, a competitor has quietly positioned itself to seize the AI-driven GCC opportunity. By aggressively investing in AI talent, forging exclusive strategic partnership with a firm similar to THOLONS, and mastering the BOT model, this player is rapidly becoming the go-to partner for clients seeking to build and operate GCCs. They understand that GCCs are not just cost centers but hubs of innovation, critical for driving digital transformation and unlocking the true potential of AI as clients are eager to send core and AI reinvention work to GCC and BOTs. Tholons Inc.: Your Weapon to Win the GCC and $1 Trillion Race: Rest of the IT industry has a powerful weapon in their arsenal: THOLONS. With a proven track record of 150+ clients and 250+ successful GCC / BOT engagements, Tholons is the undisputed leader in GCC strategy and implementation. 🚥 Urgency for IT Leaders! Embrace GCC, #BOT with Tholons and Reclaim Leadership: THOLONS plays a crucial role in this transformation. To compete with the lead competitor, IT leaders must: - Embrace a consultative GCC/BOT approach with Clients - Partner with Tholons: Leverage Tholons' unmatched expertise in GCC/BOT strategy, location selection, and talent acquisition to build world-class GCCs that surpass the competition - Embrace Tholons' BOT framework: Utilize Tholons' proven BOT methodology to ensure seamless GCC setup, operation, and transfer - Invest aggressively in AI talent - Forge strategic alliances with AI leaders like Nvidia   - Develop industry-specific AI solutions 🌏 Tholons Inc.: Tholons works closely with IT leaders and Clients, helping leverage GCCs and BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) to accelerate their AI adoption and drive innovation. Contact us: 📧 inquiry@tholons.com 🌐 www.tholons.com Mohit Joshi Ravi Kumar S Karmesh Vaswani Ruchir Budhwar Jasmeet Singh Stephen Rohleder Neelam Dhawan N. Chandrasekaran Salil Parekh Ashiss Dash Sandip Patel Raul Fernandez Kishore Ramnani Rajan Wadhwa Aruna Jayanthi Kevin M. Campbell Phil Fersht Vijayakumar C Debashis Chatterjee Rajiv Shah Anup Kapoor Manish Sharma

📢 Arise Ventures FAQ: Your Questions Answered! 📢 Curious about how we support founders or what our investment focus includes? 🌍 We’ve gathered answers to some of the top questions from our community to give you deeper insights into what makes Arise Ventures unique. Swipe through for the inside scoop on:  🔹 How we fuel founders' journeys with AriseX Accelerator. 🔹 Our diverse and inclusive approach to investing. 🔹 Upcoming cohort opportunities, including our climate-focused program. Have more questions? Drop them in the comments, and let's keep the conversation going! 🚀 Ready to make an impact in climate tech? Apply NOW: https://lnkd.in/g92H6Jja Ankita Vashistha Avinash Vashistha Frank Pendle Shari Wenker Shék Jain Dilip Hanumara Anisha Patnaik Peter Allen #AriseVentures #FounderSupport #AriseXAccelerator #InclusiveInvesting #ClimateTech #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital #StartupJourney #Innovation #SustainableFuture #ClimateCohort #Entrepreneurship #WomenInVC #Startups

#GCC: A Retail Revolution: How Tholons Inc. TCS, and The Home Depot Redefined the GCC BOT Landscape In 2006, Tholons embarked on a journey to redefine the retail industry through the then-nascent BOT model. Our vision led us to Home Depot, a forward-thinking retailer ready to embrace innovation. This journey was made even more exciting by the dynamic leadership at Home Depot, under the guidance of CEO Bob Nardelli, CIO, Bob DeRodes, and CFO, Carol B. Tomé. While several leading IT services providers hesitated, TCS, under the leadership of Chairman Ratan Tata, CEO S. Ramadorai, and then-COO and current Chairman of Tata Group, N. Chandrasekaran demonstrated remarkable foresight and commitment. Both Ramadorai and Chandra, who not only championed the BOT model but also actively led the engagement with Home Depot, providing crucial executive sponsorship that proved instrumental in securing this landmark deal. By leveraging over 1500 resources, Home Depot generated annual savings of $100 million, boosted cash flow efficiency by 8%, and contributed to over $1 billion in revenue growth on $80 billion base. It was incredibly rewarding when TCS invited me in 2010, to their yet-to-be-inaugurated Chennai campus, a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by a renowned Uruguayan architect. The team, headed by Pratik Pal, gave a detailed presentation showcasing the remarkable achievements since the Home Depot deal. I was truly struck by the scale and depth of TCS's retail practice. Within five years, TCS's retail practice, had grown into a staggering $1.25 billion business, achieving an impressive 45% growth rate that year. With over 10,000 retail and CPG professionals. This success was even more remarkable considering TCS's overall revenue for the year was $10.17 billion with a 31% growth rate. The team expressed their gratitude to Tholons and me for guiding them and structuring a BOT deal that shaped not only Home Depot's future but also fueled the high-growth trajectory of TCS's retail practice. It was a humbling moment, and I am immensely proud to have played a part in this success story. I take a bow for that! Tholons role was pivotal. We helped TCS become a "great BOT partner" while guiding Home Depot on its journey to become a "great client." This collaborative approach is a testament to the power of listening to the client, aligning leadership, and fostering a shared vision. The Tholons-TCS-Home Depot partnership laid the foundation for a new era in retail. It's incredibly rewarding to see how this initiative has exceeded our collective imagination, paving the way ahead for a trillion-dollar industry by 2030. Tholons empowers businesses to build and optimize Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and leverage BOT (Build-Operate-Transfer) models for digital transformation, working alongside IT services leaders and directly with clients. Contact us: 📧 inquiry@tholons.com 🌐 www.tholons.com #GCCIndia Phil Fersht Avnish Sabharwal Puneet Soni

Empowering the Future through Deep Tech Innovation 🚀 Meet the visionary leaders harnessing deep tech to drive transformative change. Ashwini Asokan - Vue.ai Vue.ai®️ is a pioneering AI platform enabling large enterprises to create a variety of AI-driven applications. By integrating image, video, and text data, Vue.ai facilitates data-driven decision-making and enhances efficiency across industries like Retail, Finance, and Healthcare. With no-code and low-code tools, it empowers teams to achieve significant impacts on revenue growth and cost reduction. Dr. Jyotirmayee Dash - TeraLumen Solutions Dr. Jyotirmayee founded TeraLumen Solutions, India's first Terahertz company, in 2019. Their innovative AI-enabled technology improves cancer margin detection, reducing the need for repeat surgeries and addressing challenges within the DeepTech ecosystem. Why Deep Tech Startups Matter 🌌 1. Transformative Innovation: Deep tech investments are projected to reach $1 trillion by 2025, driving solutions for complex challenges. 2. Data-Driven Insights: Companies leveraging AI report a 10-15% increase in productivity, translating into significant cost savings. 3. Sustainable Practices: Implementing AI in operations can reduce energy consumption by 30-50%, promoting environmental sustainability. 4. Scalable Solutions: Deep tech solutions have the potential to create 20 million jobs globally by 2030 across various sectors. Join the Movement for a Smarter Future 🌟 Support visionary startups like Vue.ai and TeraLumen Solutions as they drive innovation for a better tomorrow! Ankita Vashistha Avinash Vashistha Frank Pendle Shari Wenker Shék Jain Dilip Hanumara Anisha Patnaik Peter Allen

We were delighted to welcome Jeevika Tyagi, Co-Founder and CEO of aastey, as a remarkable speaker and investor at our recent StrongHer AWE Tech Spark Startup Showcase and Program Finale. Jeevika shared her inspiring journey of building aastey, India’s first size-inclusive sustainable athleisure brand, blending function, fashion, and inclusivity. With her expertise in brand development and scaling businesses, she offered invaluable insights into how founders can grow with purpose and resilience in today’s competitive market. Her passion for empowering women entrepreneurs to embrace sustainability and self-expression resonated deeply with our cohort. If you missed it, don’t worry! 🎥 Watch the video to hear Jeevika’s thoughts on entrepreneurship, the future of fashion, and how aastey is shaping the future of mindful living. Stay tuned for more exciting updates! 💡 #SustainableFashion #Athleisure #SizeInclusive #WomenInBusiness #FemaleFounders #FashionTech #StartupJourney #EmpowerEntrepreneurs #MindfulLiving #InnovationInFashion #SustainableLiving #FashionForAll #StrongHer #TechSpark

OutdoorGoats: Your Gateway to the Great Outdoors 🏞️🌲 Meet Joanne Kiara Fernandez and Khyati V Bhinde, the founders of OutdoorGoats, a one-stop shop for all your outdoor needs. They're connecting outdoor enthusiasts with experts and brands, simplifying the pursuit of outdoor sports through curated products and a vibrant community 🌟. Here’s why we’re excited: 🌍 Market Size: The global market for outdoor sportswear, equipment, and accessories is seeing significant growth driven by increasing participation in activities like hiking, camping, and adventure sports 🏕️. In 2023, the outdoor sportswear market alone was valued at approximately USD 18.68 billion and is expected to reach USD 28.47 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.2% 📈. This growth is fueled by rising health consciousness 🧘♀️, interest in sustainable and eco-friendly products 🌱, and advancements in product technology, such as breathable, waterproof fabrics, and performance-focused designs 🎒. India is expected to grow to $16.6 billion by 2032 🇮🇳. 💡 Unique Platform: OutdoorGoats combines curated gear with a vibrant community, fostering connection and shared passion for the outdoors 🤝. 🛍️ Expanding Selection: With both exclusive global and domestic brands, OutdoorGoats offers diverse, high-quality gear to meet every adventurer's needs 🌄. 🚀 Innovation & Collaboration: From the Reccy collection encouraging outdoor exploration to the upcoming launch of specialized sunglasses 🕶️ in partnership with Craycol India, OutdoorGoats is constantly innovating 💥. 🌟 Community Focused: OutdoorGoats empowers individuals to embrace the outdoors, providing expert advice, inspiring stories, and a platform for connection among enthusiasts and athletes 💬. We’re confident in Khyati and Joanne’s vision and thrilled to support OutdoorGoats as they continue to transform India’s outdoor landscape! 🌏 #outdoorgoats #outdoorsports #adventure #community #ecofriendly #portfoliocompany #growth

🎬 Watch the After-Movie: StrongHer AWE Tech Spark Program! 🎬 We are beyond excited to share the journey of the StrongHer AWE Tech Spark Program – a transformative six-month accelerator designed to empower 65 exceptional women entrepreneurs across sectors such as Consumer Tech, Health-tech, Generative AI, and Enterprise SaaS. From over 100 applications, these inspiring founders were selected to participate in a program that provided 25+ hours of training, 150+ hours of mentoring, and access to global mentors, resources, and an inspiring community. A special thank you to the U.S. Consulate General Mumbai, especially Mike Hankey, Rob Anderson, Joe Yang, Navin Vazirani, Dipti Kahar, and Tejaswini Karalkar, for their invaluable support. Guided by world-class mentors like Ankita Vashistha, Avinash Vashistha Frank Pendle, Shari Wenker, Shék Jain, Peter Allen, and Priya Koratkar these women are now well-prepared to take their startups to the next level! 🚀 Highlights include: 89% of participants enhanced their leadership skills 90% are now investor-ready 95% expanded their networking reach, connecting with 25+ top investors and industry leaders during the high-impact Demo Day In addition to mentorship, the program featured, Investor Lightning Talks and panel discussions with industry leaders like Mohit Gulati (Managing Partner, ITI Growth), Jeevika Tyagi (Founder, Aastey), Arjun Vaidya (Co-Founder, V3 Ventures), Piyush Goenka (Managing Partner, Prath Ventures), and Sweta Rau (Founder & General Partner, White Venture Capital), Sipika Nigam (Co-Founder & CEO, BeyondSeed), Anisha Patnaik (Managing Partner, LexStart), Sushma Kaushik (Partner, 108 Capital), Archana Khosla Burman (Founder Partner, VERTICES PARTNERS Past Chairperson - FICCI FLO Mumbai, National Head Partnerships, FICCI FLO), Lipi Panchmia (Senior Associate, Roots Ventures), Vinayak Burman (Founder & Managing Partner, Vertices Partners), Hitesh Sachdev (Head of Startup Engagement, ICICI Bank), Dr. Bijna Kotak Dasani MBE, FRSA (Managing Director, The ArthAum Group), Treasa Mathew (Director, Omidyar Network India), Nimisha Nagarsekar (Partner & CFO, Sixth Sense Ventures), and Shashi Singh (Business Officer, Singularity AMC), offering actionable advice on scaling from seed to Series A. The event also featured engaging fireside chats with Entrepreneurs, including Nathasha Kumar (Founder, Maloka), Neha K Motwani (Founder, Fitternity) and Pooja Bedi (Entrepreneur and founder) who shared their entrepreneurial journeys and strategies for success This program wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our incredible partners, including Tholons, FICCI FLO, YourStory Media, Dhira, Assiduus , and LexStart Partners. 💡 Watch the after-movie to relive the best moments of the StrongHer AWE Tech Spark Program – a celebration of innovation, growth, and the unstoppable power of women founders! 👩💻💪 #WomenInTech #Entrepreneurship #StrongHer #AWEProgram #WomenFounders