What is the real story behind fundraising?
Most startup advice around fundraising is sanitized — it talks about decks, term sheets, and valuation multiples. But what founders actually need to hear are the real stories: the 47 rejections before the first yes, the investor who ghosted after three meetings, the wire transfer that nearly didn't happen.
At this Founder Fireside, three founders who have successfully raised angel and seed rounds will share exactly that — unfiltered, first-person accounts of their fundraising journeys. No PR polish. Just truth.
Whether you're preparing for your first raise or trying to understand if you even need external capital, this evening will give you clarity, confidence, and some battle-tested perspective.
Investor Psychology
What angels and seed funds actually look for beyond the pitch deck and the metrics.
Handling Rejection
How to process a 'no', keep momentum, and convert it into a future 'yes'.
Term Sheet Basics
The clauses you must negotiate and the red flags you absolutely cannot ignore.
Is VC Right For You?
An honest look at bootstrapping vs. external capital — and which path fits your goals.
Doors Open & Networking
Arrive early, grab a chai, and meet fellow founders.
Welcome & Context Setting
Sumit opens the session with a 10-minute framing of the fundraising landscape in India 2026.
Founder Stories — Fireside Panel
60 minutes of honest conversation with Rohan and Nidhi, moderated by Sumit.
Open Q&A with Audience
Your questions, answered directly by the panelists. No holds barred.
Open Networking
Continue conversations informally. The best connections happen after the mic goes off.
Close
Event wraps up. See you at the next Samvad!
