The Founders x Investors Conclave is a curated platform designed to foster meaningful dialogue knowledge exchange and high-value networking between early-stage startup founders and the investor community. This one-day event brings together venture capitalists angel investors industry experts and startup founders for in-depth conversations around fundraising valuation and the realities of building scalable ventures in today’s competitive landscape.With a balanced blend of panel discussions keynote addresses and interactive networking sessions the conclave offers both strategic insights and tangible takeaways for stakeholders on both sides of the funding table.
Event Agenda
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration & Welcome Networking
Participants arrive and engage in initial networking over light refreshments. This hour sets the tone for the day offering opportunities to connect before formal sessions commence.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Opening Remarks & Introduction
A formal introduction to the day’s agenda key objectives and participants. The organizing team sets the context by outlining the vision behind the conclave and the importance of founder-investor alignment in today’s ecosystem.
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM | Panel Discussion
Topic: Investor Perspectives on Fundraising Valuation & Due Diligence
This session features a panel of seasoned venture capitalists and active angel investors discussing:
What they look for when evaluating startups
How valuations are approached in 2024-25
The due diligence process and common red flags
Current trends in funding rounds and deal flow
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM | Transition & Buffer Time
A short break to facilitate speaker changeover and allow attendees to reflect or network briefly.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Keynote Address
A distinguished keynote speaker—an industry veteran or successful entrepreneur—shares insights on sustainable business building market timing and long-term investor relationships.
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM | Transition & Buffer Time
Another brief interlude before the next high-impact session begins.
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Panel Discussion
Topic: Founder Journeys: From Pitch to Funded
This panel brings together founders who have successfully raised capital. They’ll share first-hand experiences on:
Preparing for the fundraising journey
Navigating rejections and setbacks
Post-funding expectations and growth challenges
Advice for early-stage founders entering the market
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Closing Address
A formal wrap-up highlighting the key takeaways from the day. The organizing team acknowledges participants partners and speakers and outlines what to expect from future editions of the conclave.
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Networking Breakfast
An open networking session over lunch enabling meaningful one-on-one interactions between founders investors and ecosystem enablers. This segment encourages deeper conversations and potential collaborations beyond the stage.
Who Should Attend
Startup founders seeking investment and strategic guidance
Early-stage investors and venture capital professionals
Incubators accelerators and ecosystem builders
Professionals exploring the entrepreneurial and funding landscape
This conclave aims to serve as a collaborative platform that strengthens the startup-investor ecosystem by encouraging honest conversations shared learnings and real opportunities for growth.
For participation queries or pitch submissions:
📩 [email protected]
Event Venue
Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education, WRPG+37R, B Rd, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020, India
Tickets
INR 499.00 to INR 999.00
