We recently hosted the second edition of A Date with an Investor in Bangalore, this time in collaboration with Ideaspring Capital, a deep-tech-focused fund that provides potential investment cheques ranging from $1 million to $3 million for MVP+ startups.
The event was uniquely curated, where the founders carefully shortlisted startups based on the investor thesis, ensuring a high-quality and impactful engagement.
Breaking the Norm: A Conversation, Not a Pitch
Unlike traditional investor-founder meetups, this was not a typical pitch session. Instead, it was an interactive dialogue where founders shared insights into what they are building, exchanged thought-provoking questions, and engaged in meaningful discussions.
More than just an investment discussion, the event became a platform for founders to discover business opportunities within each other’s ventures, fostering a collaborative and growth-driven ecosystem.
Key Takeaways from the Event
The session was engaging, interactive, and thought-provoking, featuring:
- Founder-led discussions: Each entrepreneur had the chance to share their vision, challenges, and the problems they are solving.
- Cross-questioning & idea exchange: Founders engaged in open discussions, challenging each other’s perspectives and refining their business models.
- Investor insights: The Ideaspring Capital team elaborated on their investment thesis, clarifying their focus areas and what they look for in potential investments.
- Collaboration opportunities: Several founders identified synergies between their businesses, paving the way for potential partnerships.
Event Attendees
The event brought together seven visionary founders, each pioneering innovation in their respective domains:
| Name | Company Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Arvind Sethi | DualSafe Private Limited | Co-Founder |
| Bishwarup | InsightQ | Founder and CEO |
| Rahul Raju | Atlas AI | CEO |
| Arpit Agrawal | Angoor AI | CEO |
| Saurabh Srivastava | Actuals | Founder |
| Debarya | Upraised | Founder |
| Vaishnavi Reddy | Signel Biomedical Pvt. Ltd. | CEO |
A special thanks to Vaishnavi Reddy from Signel Biomedical, who traveled all the way from Hyderabad to attend this event. Your dedication and passion are truly inspiring!
A big shoutout to Arvind Sethi for showcasing his groundbreaking dual-purpose helmets—a remarkable innovation in safety gear. Wishing you all the best on your journey ahead!
A heartfelt thank you to the Ideaspring Capital team for making this event possible. Their support, insights, and guidance provided immense value to the participating founders, helping them refine their ideas and explore new possibilities.
This is just the beginning! Stay tuned for our next A Date with an Investor, where we continue to connect game-changing startups with the right investors to fuel their success.
You can check out the upcoming Investor Dates Calendar here. Events will get updated here regularly.
