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CII CIES Masterclass on 05 July 2024 had witnessed engaging shares from industry leaders, sparking insightful discussions. Amitesh Sinha, Vice President & Head - Corporate Venture Capital & Spark ,Vedanta Group, outlined the Vedanta Spark initiative, focusing on KPIs for cost reduction, volume increase, and sustainable practices. Mr. Sinha highlighted their success in startup investments with a venture capital approach, integrating technological advancements into organizational DNA through a try-and-test methodology for long-term impact. Srivardhini K. Jha Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Chairperson, NSRCEL-IIM Bangalore discussed strategies for effective Corporate Startup Partnerships, emphasizing win-win collaborations and leveraging external knowledge. Ms. Jha covered methods for identifying and managing top-tier startups, and outlined four distinct demand-supply systems, highlighting their advantages. Kartik Kumar, R&D Director at Saint-Gobain Research India, highlighted Open Innovation as a catalyst for agility and speed, benefiting both startups and corporates. Dr. Kumar emphasized the role of KPIs and a culture of co-creation in fostering mutual growth and success. Confederation of Indian Industry Kris Gopalakrishnan Amitesh Sinha Srivardhini K. Jha Kartik Kumar Sujith Haridas Madhu Vasanthy Shweta Sanjay Lalwani Nishit Sharma Shanker Lanka Hariharan T Vaishnavi Reddy #CIICIESMasterclassforCSuiteExecutives #CorporateInnovation #Technology #Growth #LeadershipDevelopment

We hear this line ever so often: "Investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully" How many of us actually read these documents? These documents are even more critical in the #startup #unlisted space As an angel investor, I only invest in companies after proper due diligence is done. IPV has some great documentation to support the same. This is the first step to ensure a higher success rate. #data #duediligence #angelinvesting

Elevating India's Investment Landscape: IVCA's Startup Angel Program In a significant stride towards strengthening India's alternate investment ecosystem, Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA), in collaboration with Startup India, recently hosted the acclaimed Startup Angel Program. The workshop, held at ICICI Bank, BKC in Mumbai, was a beacon for over 70 angel investors, HNIs, UHNIs, Family Offices, and incubators, all united to advance their angel investing voyage. The event commenced with the insightful keynote address by Smt. Nidhi Choudhari, I.A.S, Commissioner of Skill Development and CEO of Maharashtra State Innovation Society, who also learned of IVCA's extensive initiatives to promote the alternate ecosystem. Our interactive sessions and panels, led by veteran investors, provided both foundational knowledge and shared real-world experiences, resonating well with the audience's pursuit of expertise. Aarushi Mendiratta, Diksha Nigam, Neha Nagpal, Cheshta Jain Anil Joshi Rajesh Sehgal, CFA Paula Mariwala Shivangi Bubna Hitesh Sachdev Ashish Fafadia Thaneshwar Singh M Equanimity Investments Aureolis Ventures Blume Ventures Mumbai Angels Be An Angel.in We're grateful for the energetic participation and positive feedback, reinforcing the value of such knowledge-driven workshops. It's through these gatherings that we aim to empower, educate, and inspire a new wave of investors, setting the stage for a flourishing future. As we celebrate the success in Mumbai, we're excited to announce that the Startup Angel Program's journey continues, with Bangalore as our next destination. Stay tuned for more details and join us in nurturing the next generation of investment leaders. Thank you to each and every person who contributed to the success of this program. Together, we're not just sharing knowledge — we're building the future of alternate investment in India. Internet and Mobile Association of India Pravega Ventures Unicorn India Ventures WaterBridge Ventures Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade Government of India Official Invest India Rajat Tandon Aakriti Bamniyal Sunitha Prasad Amit Pandey Niharika Bisht Anirudh Garg #StartupIndia #IndianStartups #Entrepreneurship #DPIIT #StartupWorkshops #StartupInvestment

Unveiling VC perspectives on the next generation of disruptors at the IVCA Conclave 2024! The panel discussion “Transforming the next generation of innovators and disruptors: The VC Perspectives” was a treasure trove of insights into the growth factors shaping the next wave of leaders in India's entrepreneurial landscape. From discerning emerging trends to examining the circumstances moulding the emerging startup ecosystem, this panel served as a guiding compass for professionals navigating the dynamic landscape of innovation and VC investment in India. We express our gratitude to the distinguished panellists who added depth to this conversation: ▪ Madhurima Agarwal (She/her), Managing Director, Microsoft for Startups - India ▪ Mohanjit Jolly, Partner, Iron Pillar ▪ Rema Subramanian, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Ankur Capital ▪ Rajeev Kalambi, General Partner, Cactus Venture Partners ▪ Vijay Kannan Vijayaraghavan.CMC.,FSTEM.,RTTP, Partner, Sathguru Catalysers ▪ Siddharth Mody, Partner, JSA Stay tuned for more post-event highlights and discussions! #IVCAConclave2024 #AlternateInvestments #InvestmentTrends #MaximumIndia #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #PEVCIndia #Startups #InvestIndia #StartupIndia #Investments #MaximumIndiaConclave #IVCAConclave #MIC Rajat Tandon Aakriti Bamniyal Sunitha Prasad Amit Pandey Paromita Sinha Niharika Bisht Nikita Shukla Shreya Kumar Sumeet Shetty Anirudh Garg Jahnavi Mallick 

Thrilled to have participated in the Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 07-08 Jan'24. It was an electrifying atmosphere buzzing with innovation and entrepreneurial spirit! My session on insights into early-stage investing seemed to resonate with the audience, and I enjoyed engaging in stimulating discussions about nurturing India's next big startups. But beyond the talks, the true highlight was witnessing the sheer diversity and potential of Tamil Nadu's startup ecosystem. From cutting-edge D2C brands to mind-boggling space-tech ventures, these young companies are truly pushing the boundaries! ✨ Feeling incredibly optimistic about the future of Tamil Nadu and India's startup landscape. Onwards and upwards! 🇮🇳 Fenil Zaveri Chirag Goradia Hanisha Vaswani Anil Joshi Murali Krishna Gunturu MANOJ KUMAR AGARWAL Kumar Saurabh Dr Vibhuti Aggarwal Amit Singal Shantanu Chaturvedi Rohit Jhunjhunwala Aditya Arora Aditi Patwari Koushik Sekhar #TNInvestorsMeet #StartupEcosystem #EarlyStageInvesting #Innovation #India

List of companies/startups which are highly profitable, does NOT have founders from IITs (including IITB), and are extremely big earning huge profits - Reliance ($210B) Tata ($250B) ITC ($60B) HDFC ($200B) Bajaj ($100B) Birla Group ($100B) etc. Afaik, none of the stock in Nifty 50 or even in Nifty 100 has been founded by someone from a person who has studied in IIT. And IITs have been around for ~60-70 years now. Please get over this cringe infatuation of college names and how elite they are. No, IITians aren't known for problem solving, people who actually solve the problem, execute it well and can earn profits are known for problem solving. Anyone can be a problem solver. Grouping people's success based on colleges, countries, religion, caste, etc, is purely elitist, cringe, reeks of insecurity, and narrow thinking who isn't able to think beyond that group. P.S. Valuations mentioned above are approximate

In the second week of June 2024, Indian startups continued their impressive momentum, raising around $330 Million in funding across various sectors. Mobility and energy saw strong activity with new product launches and expansions, while the pharmaceutical sector experienced robust mergers and acquisitions. Agri-finance received substantial funding to enhance services for farmers and agribusinesses, supporting productivity and sustainability. Deep-tech investments in advanced manufacturing technologies are positioning India as a global manufacturing hub. Additionally, the gaming and esports sector is expanding into international markets, reflecting the growing global influence of Indian startups. Explore more in IA's weekly roundup with insights from our expert mentors! India Accelerator Finvolve #Startups #Investment #Innovation #Growth #IndiaAccelerator #Finvolve

As pioneers, Indian Angel Network introduced the concept of #angelinvesting to #India. We've created a platform where companies can raise anywhere from 50 lakhs to over 50 crores. We've supported companies in their #growth journey, providing mentorship every step of the way. We're proud to have contributed to the #success of some #unicorns and even have potential IPOs in the pipeline. Angel investment, when combined with talent, has the potential to breed #innovation and #entrepreneurship, driving economic growth. Alternative investment funds (AIFs) play a crucial role in structured #startup investment, leveraging the expertise of seasoned professionals in the investment field. They not only identify promising emerging sectors but also select top-notch #entrepreneurs who can effectively scale up their ventures. Investing in well-governed entities is paramount, and we take pride in maintaining high governance standards within our #investment parameters. This ensures that #investors have confidence in achieving substantial returns on their investments.

India is at the cusp of a rapid growth phase and the VC landscape is undergoing a tectonic shift with increasing potential of Angel Investors, CVCs, Micro VCs, Solo GPs, new fund structures and a lot more👇 The Indian VC ecosystem has cautiously matured post the aftermath of 2021’s funding brouhaha:  ➡️ Investors are shifting their focus from traditionally dominant SaaS models to exciting new frontiers like deeptech, healthcare, and the burgeoning field of Generative AI.  ➡️ This diversification is supported by a surge of India-focused funds making their way in the ecosystem.  ➡️ Interestingly, Family offices & CVCs in India are also increasingly eyeing the startup-market.  ➡️ According to Saumya Rajan of Waterfield Advisors, private market investments by family offices have grown from almost 1% to 12% in the past few years.  ➡️ CVC participation in the Indian startup ecosystem is increasing at a rate of 7% per year. But, this opportunity remains untapped and yet to be accelerated with a lack of concentrated discussions, awareness and curated networking. On a mission to unlock India’s domestic capital for startups, we are thrilled to announce the return of MoneyX 2024 by Inc42 – India’s largest invite-only conclave for startup investors where 300+ leading LPs, GPs & Angels will converge to fuel India’s thriving startup renaissance. Join us on 26th of September 2024 at The Oberoi, Gurugram to discuss the trends shaping the future of startup investments in India. Request for an invite here: https://4-2.co/3BcNkku #India #startups #investors

Exciting times ahead at #ivi I-Venture immersive! We're on a mission to support entrepreneurs solving intriguing problems. Our recent Advisory Board meeting and infosession in Delhi with Ankur Warikoo were just the beginning. Stay tuned as we roll out infosessions across the country to share more about our program! If you're an entrepreneur with a burning passion to make a difference, we want you! #entrepreneurship #startupindia #visiontoventure I-Venture @ ISB Indian School of Business Bhagwan Chowdhry