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Excited to announce our partnership with devicethread® Inc. — to revolutionize guest experiences! Imagine seamless check-ins, efficient energy use, and smarter, more intuitive hotel tech. In our latest blog, we dove into the challenges facing modern hotels and how DeviceThread’s AI-driven platform is rewriting the rules of smart hospitality. DeviceThread taking a bold step toward transforming guest experiences and operational efficiency across the industry. Full story in the first comment. Swamy Viswanathan Sandeep Bhat Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shachi Shah Anand Akela Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh

🎉 Basepair Inc needs your support! We’re thrilled to see Basepair, one of our portfolio companies, featured on the TV show Meet the Drapers hosted by the legendary VC Tim Draper. Basepair is competing for the “Best Startup” award, and your vote can make all the difference! Please take a moment to support them by searching for “Basepair” on this page and casting your vote using your email: https://lnkd.in/dEZrzWXz. Thank you for helping us champion innovative startups! Amit U Sinha Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shachi Shah Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh #VoteForBasepair #MeetTheDrapers #StartupSupport #Innovation #z21Ventures

We're excited to announce our investment in Breakout, co-founded by Sachin Gupta and Hitesh A.. Breakout is revolutionizing sales conversations with its AI-powered agent, engaging website visitors in real-time to drive warm leads and actionable insights. Their innovative approach is transforming the inbound sales pipeline, and we're proud to support their journey. Read more about our thesis on Breakout here: https://lnkd.in/geutZjgB Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shachi Shah Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh

At z21 Ventures, we back founders who push boundaries—those redefining industries rather than just solving problems. That’s exactly what the Breakout team is doing by transforming how software companies engage with their prospects. We’re excited to partner with them as they build an always-available agentic workforce, enabling software companies to offer personalized conversations to every website visitor, 24/7. The way B2B buyers evaluate software is changing, and Breakout is at the forefront—turning static websites into highly engaging, intelligent sales experiences. Huge congrats to the Breakout team—we can’t wait to see what’s next! 🚀 Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh Shachi Shah Anand Akela

AI is moving beyond just models—the real challenge is seamless deployment, scale, and integration. That’s why we at z21 Ventures are excited about TrueFoundry’s vision to put AI on autopilot, making it easier for enterprises to adopt and scale AI. With $19M in Series A funding, the team is solving one of AI’s biggest pain points: effortless deployment. More about the fundraise here: https://lnkd.in/g24v-5qD Abhinav Shashank Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Anand Akela Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh Shachi Shah #TrueFoundryFunding #FundingNews #TrueFoundry

What an Incredible GTM Workshop! 🚀 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Jan 23rd in Palo Alto for our GTM Workshop! The event was an inspiring blend of actionable insights, interactive learning, and valuable connections, leaving all of us energized and equipped for growth. While the presentations were stellar, it was the interactive sessions that stole the spotlight. Founders had the unique opportunity to work alongside our expert speakers, building customized, practical GTM strategies tailored to their businesses. Key Takeaways from the Workshop: ✅ Hiring and managing a world-class GTM sales team: Peter Kim compared building a sales team to forming a sports team—highlighting the "Tell Me, Show Me, Verify" approach, strategies for managing compensation, and balancing fixed versus variable pay for GTM roles. ✅ Defining your ICP and buying journey: A masterclass from Brianne Shally, guiding us on how to deeply understand the ideal customer profile and the stages of their buying process. ✅ Building a tailored GTM framework: Anurag Wadehra provided a deep dive into the nuances of Product-Led Growth (PLG) versus Account-Led strategies. He emphasized that the success of your GTM approach hinges on the degree of tech coupling within your product. The energy in the room was contagious, and the insights shared are already sparking new ideas for scaling and execution. We would also like to thank TiE Silicon Valley who helped us shape this event. We’re excited to see how the strategies developed during the workshop will help founders unlock their next phase of growth. TiE WestBridge Capital Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh Shachi Shah Anand Akela

Don't miss this incredible lineup of GTM experts Anurag Wadehra Brianne Shally Peter Kim! This interactive workshop lets you collaborate with experts and peers to develop a practical GTM strategy for your startup. Build connections and get actionable insights. Learn from the best and scale your startup. Last chance to register: https://lnkd.in/dBfHWQk5 #collaboration #GTM #strategy #founders Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shachi Shah Ritik Singh Shivam Bhotika Anand Akela Ankit Bhangar

Build Your GTM Strategy with Industry Leaders 🚀 We’re hosting a GTM Workshop on Jan 23rd to help startup founders unlock the next phase of growth! Our expert speakers bring unparalleled experience: 🌟 Anurag Wadehra: Growth coach and Chair of TiE GTM Accelerator, driving SaaS growth stories. Topic: Building PMF + B2B GTM engine 🌟Brianne Shally: Marketing & Strategy Advisor with expertise at Nextdoor and LinkedIn. Topic: ICP and Buying journey 🌟Peter Kim: Head of GTM at Westbridge Capital, seasoned operator, and GTM problem solver. Topic: Building, Scaling and Managing a world class GTM org More than just a Workshop: This isn't your typical sit-and-listen event. We're incorporating interactive sessions where you'll work alongside our experts and fellow founders to develop practical frameworks and actionable strategies you can immediately apply to your business. Walk away with: - A customized GTM framework: Tailored to your specific business needs and challenges. - Actionable insights: From industry leaders with proven track records. - Valuable connections: Network with a focused group of fellow founders. 📅 Date: Jan 23, Thursday | Time: 1–6 PM PST | 📍 Location: Palo Alto 💡 Don’t miss out—apply to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gWB-Gu6n TiE Silicon Valley TiE Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shachi Shah Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh Anand Akela

🚀 Join Us for a GTM Workshop in Palo Alto! 🚀 Attention founders! Are you ready to take your startup’s growth to the next level? Our GTM Workshop is designed exclusively for founders looking to scale revenues from $1M to $10M. This invite-only event will provide: ✅ Mentorship from industry experts ✅ Hands-on guidance to build a robust GTM engine ✅ Insights on scaling your business ✅ Networking opportunities with a focused group of founders 💡 The half-day session will include interactive workshops, discussions, and ample time for networking. 🗓 Date: Thursday, Jan 23rd ⏰ Time: 1 PM to 6 PM 📍 Location: Palo Alto 🔗 Register your interest here: https://lnkd.in/giWsfDX5 Seats are limited — apply now to secure your spot. We’re excited to support founders on their journey to scale! 👏

Happy New Year! As we enter the new year, we’re proud of the bold founders we partnered with in 2024 across our portfolio. Their grit and vision inspire us daily. In 2025, we’re doubling down: backing ambitious ideas, exploring frontier tech, and staying true to our mission of empowering game-changing generational companies. Thank you to the founders, fellow investors, and our community who make this journey meaningful. Here’s to another year of innovation and impact! Abhinav Shashank Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Sudarshan Ravi Jha Shivam Bhotika Ritik Singh Shachi Shah Anand Akela