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🚀 Mr. Vijay Singh Rathore Co-Founder of Soonicorn Ventures led an interactive session on "Fundraising Strategies for Startups" 🌟. He addressed key concerns and queries from startup founders 💡. Vijay provided an overview of the evolving startup ecosystem, highlighting significant trends, top investors 💸, venture capital firms, and promising sectors for 2023 💡. 💡He explained the various stages of funding and types of funds available, emphasizing how investors evaluate startups and the key parameters they consider ✅. 🗣️ The session included practical guidance and an engaging Q&A segment, offering personalized advice to attendees 🎤. Overall, it was an informative session that provided valuable insights into fundraising for startups 💡 Know more about the program -> https://lnkd.in/gYEM5Gh2 Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) | Atal Innovation Mission Official | NITI Aayog Official | Startup India | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology | Start in UP (Official) Dr. PRABINA RAJIB | Dr.arvind shukla | pankaj priya | Dr. Shalini Singh | Dr. Prateek Jain | Rounaq Mustafa | Sanyam Dhingra | Karnika Shukla | Manish Singh | Rutuparnna Mansingh | Mrunalsingh Thakur | Jitendra Singh | Anusuya Raula #StartupSuccess #FundraisingStrategies #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #VentureCapital #Investors #StartupEcosystem #2023Trends #StartupFunding #BusinessGrowth #InteractiveSession #StartupAdvice #QandA #Innovation #BusinessInsights

IIMK LIVE in collaboration with YNOS Venture Engine is thrilled to announce the launch of “LIVE C² Capital Catalyst”, an accelerator program designed to support early stage startups with mentorship and funding connect with 50 plus angel networks /VC’s. Investor connect and pitching to investors will happen virtually in the second week of October. - Up to $1M in funding support - Mentoring from seasoned investors and business experts - Connections with over 50 investors - Access to markets and corporate partnerships Deadline to apply: 31 July 2024 If you're ready to take your startup to the next level, apply now at www.iimklive.org. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to accelerate your journey with the supprt of 50 Investors Lijo Panichappillil Ashutosh Sarkar NIDHIN C Rekha C.B Sreehari CM Tittu M John Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode YNOS Venture Engine Dr. Ramesh Kuruva, Ph.D Vineetha M #startup #funding #mentorship #innovation #entrepreneurship #IIMKLive #YNOS #LIVEC2CapitalCatalyst #StartupAccelerator #FundingOpportunities #FundingOpportunities #FundingOpportunities #BusinessGrowth #BusinessGrowth #IIMKLive #YNOS #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #CorporatePartnerships #StartupFunding #TechStartups #BusinessDevelopment #startups #Training #iimkozhikode #firsttimeeverinvestorprogram #virtual #demoday #with50investors #ynosventureengine #IIT #IITMadras

Did you know startups incubated in India are over twice as likely to secure funding versus their non-incubated peers? The India Incubator Kaleidoscope 2024 report reveals a 250% funding increase for incubated startups—highlighting the pivotal role of structured support, mentorship, and oversight in attracting investment. With a 17.5% funding success rate for incubated startups versus 7.1% for non-incubated, this raises an interesting question for founders across sectors: Could joining an incubator amplify your funding probability? Would incubation also help you get funded earlier in your startup’s lifecycle? Read more: link to the full report available in our comments section 👇 #StartupFunding #Incubators #Entrepreneurship #InvestorConnections

Unlocking Funding for Startups: Corporate Programs & Government Schemes Had the opportunity to attend another EDP session given by C.M patil CEO at krishikalpa and local advisory board member at SBI startup branch. Startups, especially student-led ones, can secure funding through corporate accelerators and government schemes. Here are some success stories: Grubhub (Y Combinator), CureMetrix (Qualcomm), Ather Energy (IITM Incubation Cell), and more have thrived with corporate backing. Key Funding Opportunities: Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) and CSR Programs Hackathons, Innovation Challenges, University-Industry Partnerships Government Grants & Subsidies How to Secure Funding: 1. Align your goals with funders. 2. Build a compelling pitch. 3. Network and reach out. 4. Highlight your track record. With the right strategy, you can unlock essential funding to scale your startup! special thanks to JECRC Incubation Centre for organizing this session #Startups #CorporateFunding #GovernmentSchemes #Innovation #StudentStartups #Entrepreneurship #Jecrcincubationcentre

Karnataka continues to lead in innovation and entrepreneurship, with a strong collaboration between Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and startups. This partnership is driving economic growth and fostering a dynamic startup ecosystem. The mutual relationship between these entities is paving the way for new opportunities and sustainable growth in the state. As Chairman of the Startup Vision Group, Prashanth Prakash highlights the importance of this collaboration in shaping the future of commerce and society in Karnataka. The report underscores the vital role of talent, resources, and a supportive ecosystem in driving this progress. Learn more about the initiatives propelling Karnataka’s startup revolution at https://lnkd.in/gX3Dnpz7 #Innovation #Startups #KarnatakaTech #GCC #Entrepreneurship #Collaboration

GUSEC is inviting applications for TIDE 2.0 - Scale Up Grant Scheme. Startups having technology-based ideas and at an early-revenue stage can apply for the same. Application link: gusec.in/scaleup Apply before JUNE 18, 2024. #startups #governmentgrants #funding #growth #entrepreneurship #founder #gusec #aicgusec #gujaratuniversity #technology #msh #governmentofindia #startupecosystem #tide #application

IIMK LIVE in collaboration with YNOS Venture Engine is thrilled to announce the launch of “LIVE C² Capital Catalyst”, an accelerator program designed to support early stage startups with mentorship and funding connect with 50 plus angel networks /VC’s. Investor connect and pitching to investors will happen virtually in the second week of October. - Up to $1M in funding support - Mentoring from seasoned investors and business experts - Connections with over 50 investors - Access to markets and corporate partnerships Deadline to apply: 15 July 2024 If you're ready to take your startup to the next level, apply now at www.iimklive.org. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to accelerate your journey with the supprt of 50 Investors Lijo Panichappillil Ashutosh Sarkar NIDHIN C Rekha C.B Sreehari CM Tittu M John Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode YNOS Venture Engine Dr. Ramesh Kuruva, Ph.D Vineetha M #startup #funding #mentorship #innovation #entrepreneurship #IIMKLive #YNOS #LIVEC2CapitalCatalyst #StartupAccelerator #FundingOpportunities #Mentorship #InvestorConnect #BusinessGrowth #StartupJourney #IIMKLive #YNOS #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #CorporatePartnerships #StartupFunding #TechStartups #BusinessDevelopment #startups #Training #iimkozhikode #firsttimeeverinvestorprogram #virtual #demoday #with50investors #ynosventureengine #IIT #IITMadras

🚀 Startup Funding Headlines: Key Players Raising Big! 🚀 Exciting times ahead as these innovative startups secure major funding rounds across diverse sectors! 💼 DeepMatrix – Secures $1.6M in Pre-Series A funding, backed by YourNest & Arali Ventures. 🏠 HouseEazy – Raises $7M in Series A, led by Chiratae Ventures and existing investors. 🌱 AGRIM – Lands $17.3M in Series B from Asia Impact and other key investors. 📚 Oda Class – Bags $500K in Series B, funded by Skywalker Education Technology and Matrix Partners China. ☕ Blue Tokai – Brews up $35M in Series C funding, led by Verlinvest & existing investors. These startups are paving the way for the future, tackling tech, education, agriculture challenges, and more! 🚀💡 👀 Watch for these rising stars as they continue to revolutionise their industries. #FundingUpdates #StartupSpotlight #InnovationInAction #InqxnLive #Entrepreneurs  #Startups #GrowthStageStartups #FundingNews #Innovation #TechDisruption #InvestmentUpdates #Entrepreneurship #Inqxn #StartupFunding #TechInnovation #SeriesA #SeriesB #SeriesC #InvestmentNews

The D2C Innovation Summit was a remarkable gathering of over 13 startups and 15+ angel investors from PAN India. With 6+ startups receiving positive feedback and 2 securing on-the-spot funding, the event highlighted the dynamic potential of the D2C landscape.  Engaging discussions led by 40+ esteemed panelists and moderators, along with visits from MLA and MLC, made this summit a pivotal moment for innovation and collaboration in the industry! . . . . . . . . #D2CInnovationSummit #Startups #AngelInvestors #Innovation #FundingSuccess #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Networking #InvestInStartups #PanelDiscussion #MLA #MLC #IndiaStartups #TechInnovation #InvestmentOpportunities

#Update AIC T-Hub Foundation, India's leading startup incubator, has launched the Lab2Market program to help researchers and innovators turn their ideas into commercial successes. The program provides tailored support, including mentorship, market access events, and group learning sessions. 23 startups have been selected for the first cohort, spanning various sectors. Srinivas Rao Mahankali (MSR), CEO of AIC T-Hub Foundation, emphasized the program's potential to drive growth for startups and catalyze transformation. Rajesh Kumar A., CEO of AIC T-Hub Foundation, highlighted the program's unique approach to addressing early-stage commercialization needs. Read the story: https://ow.ly/btI250TiXBL #T_Hub #Lab2Market #startupincubator #entrepreneurship #marketaccess #mentoring #innovation #commercialization #startupindia #startupgrowth