What You’ll Experience at The Founders Meet

One Full Day to Pitch. Learn. Connect. Get Investor-Ready.

Pitch To Investor

Pitch your startup, answer investors confidently.

Meet Investor 1:1

Meet investors directly, discuss funding requirements.

Get Mentored By Experts

Gain practical mentorship for startup growth.

Get Investor-Ready

Refine gaps, prepare for investor conversations.

One Powerful Platform

Designed for every stage of your startup journey

Speakers Room
Speakers Room
Learn from Leaders. Gain Insights. Get Inspired.

Hear directly from Chief Guests, Keynote Speakers, Guest Speakers, Investors & Industry Leaders as they share their experiences, insights and practical knowledge. An opportunity for founders to learn, gain perspective and discover strategies to build and scale their startups.

Pitching Room
Pitching Room
Pitch Your Startup. Get Evaluated. Get Discovered.

Pitch your startup before a panel of 6 Investors & Industry Leaders. Each startup gets a dedicated 15-minute recorded pitching slot to present, interact with the panel and receive valuable feedback. The Best Pitch will be selected for The Founder Show.

Investor Room
Investor Room
Meet Investors. Discuss Opportunities. Build Connections.

Connect one-to-one with investors to discuss your startup, business model, growth plans and funding requirements. Gain an investor's perspective, receive valuable feedback and explore potential investment and strategic relationships.

Meet
The Right People
Gain
Real Insights
Explore
Funding Opportunities
Build
Lasting Connections

Why Serious Founders Choose This Room

Pitch. Learn. Connect. Get Investor-Ready.

What Founders Are Tired Of
Pitch To Investors

Showcase Your Startup

Present your startup to an investor panel, face live Q&A and get valuable expert feedback directly.

  • Random pitching without direction
  • No clarity on investor expectations
  • Pitching without meaningful feedback
What Serious Founders Actually Want
Investor 1:1 Meetings

Real Investor Conversations

Meet multiple investors one-on-one and discuss your startup, growth plans and funding requirements.

  • 1-hour Investor Room access
  • Meet multiple investors 1:1
  • Discuss funding, growth & opportunities
Structured Accountability System
Expert Mentorship

Become More Investor-Ready

Learn from experienced mentors through practical sessions designed to strengthen your startup and investor readiness.

  • 6 practical mentorship sessions
  • Guidance from 5+ mentors
  • Pitch, AI, valuation, positioning & growth

MEET OUR GUESTS & HOST

Connecting Visionary Minds Shaping the Future of Innovation

Pankaj Vajpayee
CHIEF GUEST

PANKAJ VAJPAYEE

Dean – IIITD Director – IIITD
Incubation Center Value Research IIT Delhi
A distinguished leader in innovation and entrepreneurship, fostering industry–academia collaboration and empowering the next generation of startups and founders.
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Hemant Gupta
CHIEF HOST

HEMANT GUPTA

Founder of Neusource Startup Minds India Limited
Startup Consultant
A passionate builder of innovation ecosystems, helping startups grow through mentorship, strategic guidance and industry collaboration to turn ideas into real-world impact.
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Lalit Gupta
CHIEF HOST

LALIT GUPTA

Co-Founder of NeuSource Startup Minds India Limited
Ex-FP&A Head at Vodafone Idea
A seasoned finance professional and startup ecosystem builder, bringing deep expertise in financial planning, business strategy and growth, helping startups build strong financial foundations and scale sustainably.
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IDEAS | PEOPLE | PARTNERSHIPS | A STRONGER TOMORROW

Guest Speakers Inside the Meet.

Learn from accomplished entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts and ecosystem leaders.

Investors Inside the Meet.

These are the people who test your pitch and challenge your assumptions.

Proven Impact Across Every Edition

Empathetic mentoring, real investor feedback, and a community built to scale your startup.

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Editions Conducted

High-Impact Pitch Sessions

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Startups Pitched

Across Diverse Sectors

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Investors & VCs

Direct Pitching & Feedback

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Mins of Feedback

Actionable Growth Insights

Event Schedule

SPEAKER SESSIONS • STARTUP PITCHES • INVESTOR 1:1 MEETINGS

TIME
SPEAKERS ROOM
Learn from Industry Leaders
PITCHING ROOM
Present • Get Feedback • Get Noticed
INVESTOR ROOM
Meet • Discuss • Explore
9:30 – 11:00 AM GATES OPEN • REGISTRATION BREAKFAST & NETWORKING

Registration, welcome kit distribution and networking

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM INAUGURATION CEREMONY
  • Event Opening
  • Chief Guest Address
  • Introduction of Guests, Keynote Speakers & Investors
All attendees in Speakers Room All attendees in Speakers Room
12:00 – 1:00 PM KEYNOTE SESSION – I

4 Keynote Speakers

PITCHING ROUND 1
  • 4 Startups (15 min each)
  • Panel of 6 Investors & Industry Leaders
  • Recorded Session
INVESTOR MEETINGS – ROUND 1
  • 10 Startups
  • 1:1 Meetings with Investors, Guests & Industry Leaders
1:00 – 2:00 PM SPEAKER SESSION – II

Guest Speakers / Investors / Industry Leaders

PITCHING ROUND 2
  • Next 4 Startups (15 min each)
  • Panel of 6
  • Recorded Session
INVESTOR MEETINGS – ROUND 2
  • Next 10 Startups
  • 1:1 Meetings
2:00 – 3:00 PM
LUNCH & NETWORKING No Sessions
LUNCH & NETWORKING No Sessions
LUNCH & NETWORKING No Sessions
3:00 – 4:00 PM SPEAKER SESSION – III

Keynote / Guest / Investor Sessions

PITCHING ROUND 3
  • Next 4 Startups (15 min each)
  • Panel of 6
  • Recorded Session
INVESTOR MEETINGS – ROUND 3
  • Next 10 Startups
  • 1:1 Meetings
4:00 – 4:30 PM
HIGH TEA & NETWORKING No Sessions
HIGH TEA & NETWORKING No Sessions
HIGH TEA & NETWORKING No Sessions
4:30 – 5:30 PM SPEAKER SESSION – IV

Keynote / Guest / Investor Sessions

PITCHING ROUND 4
  • Next 4 Startups (15 min each)
  • Panel of 6
  • Recorded Session
INVESTOR MEETINGS – ROUND 4
  • Next 10 Startups
  • 1:1 Meetings
5:30 – 6:30 PM FINAL SPEAKER SESSION

Key Takeaways & Insights

PITCHING ROUND 5
  • Next 4 Startups (15 min each)
  • Panel of 6
  • Recorded Session
INVESTOR MEETINGS – FINAL ROUND
  • Next 10 Startups
  • 1:1 Meetings

Choose Your Access

Choose the experience that matches your startup goals

Speakers Room Access

Learn From Keynote Speakers, Investors & Industry Leaders

  • Learn key insights directly from industry leaders
  • Understand investor mindset and expectations
  • Discover startup growth and scaling strategies
  • Gain funding insights and investor readiness
  • Actionable founder and leadership perspectives
  • Explore innovation and emerging opportunities

Pitching Room Access

Present Your Startup. Get Noticed.

  • 15-Minute dedicated live startup pitch slot
  • Pitch before 6 prominent investors and leaders
  • Recorded video session of your pitching presentation
  • Live interactive panel interaction and feedback
  • Receive expert feedback and startup visibility
  • Best pitch winner gets featured on Founder Show
  • Exclusive networking opportunity with leaders

Investor Room Access

Connect. Meet. Pitch. Discuss. Grow.

  • 1-Hour dedicated exclusive investor room access
  • Meet multiple active investors in 1:1 sessions
  • Pitch your startup deck directly to active angels
  • Discuss funding options and business valuation
  • Build valuable long-term investor connections
  • Includes full access to the Speakers Room sessions
  • Networking lunch and refreshment food included

All Access Combo Pass

The Complete Founder Experience

  • Full access pass to all keynote speakers sessions
  • 15-Minute recorded pitch before active investors
  • Pitch directly before 6 industry investors
  • 1-Hour dedicated access to private investor room
  • Connect and meet multiple investors one on one
  • Best pitch winner gets featured on Founder Show
  • Premium networking lunch and refreshments included

Choose the Right Room for Your Startup

Choose the experience that matches your startup’s current goals — learn, pitch, connect, or combine all three.

Experience Rooms Designed for Investor Readiness

1. Speakers Room — Learn & Get Investor-Ready

Learn from expert mentors and strengthen your pitch, positioning, valuation, and growth strategy for meaningful investor conversations and opportunities.

2. Pitching Room — Pitch & Get Expert Feedback

Pitch your startup to investors, face live Q&A, receive practical feedback, and build stronger startup visibility.

3. Investor Room — Connect 1:1 with Investors

Meet investors one-on-one, discuss your startup and funding needs, and build meaningful investor relationships.

Reserve Your Spot for the Upcoming Founders Meet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which room is right for my startup?

Choose the Speakers Room if you want to learn and become investor-ready, Pitching Room if you want to pitch before an investor panel, and the Investor Room if you want direct one-on-one investor conversations. For the complete experience, choose the All Access Combo.

What happens in Pitching Room?

You get a one-time 3-minute opportunity to pitch your startup before an investor panel, followed by live Q&A, expert feedback and startup visibility.

What does “1-Hour Investor Room Access” mean?

You get access to the Investor Room for one hour, during which you can meet multiple participating investors one-on-one, pitch your startup and discuss your growth and funding requirements.

Does 1-hour Investor Room Access mean one hour with one investor?

No. The one hour refers to your total access time inside the Investor Room, not a one-hour meeting with a single investor. You can interact with multiple investors during your allotted time.

Am I guaranteed to meet every investor attending the event?

No. You will have the opportunity to meet multiple investors during your Investor Room access, but meetings with every investor are not guaranteed and will depend on the event flow and investor availability.

What will I learn in the Speakers Room?

You can attend six practical mentorship sessions covering investor-ready pitching, startup positioning and trust, AI for growth, valuation, equity, cap tables and the startup roadmap from idea to scale.

Can I experience all three rooms in the same event?

Yes. The All Access Combo is designed for founders who want the complete experience — mentorship sessions, a startup pitch before the investor panel, and Investor Room access for one-on-one investor meetings.

Does participating in The Founders Meet guarantee funding?

No. The Founders Meet provides access to investors, pitching opportunities, mentorship, feedback and relationship-building opportunities. Investment decisions are made independently by investors, and funding is not guaranteed.

Can I get direct entry to The Founder Show?

Investor-ready startups participating in The Founders Meet can get a chance to win direct entry to The Founder Show. Direct entry is an opportunity and is not guaranteed to every participating startup.

What is included during the full-day event?

The day includes startup pitches, investor 1:1 meetings, six mentorship sessions, networking, breakfast, lunch, hi-tea, and awards & recognition, creating a full-day environment to Pitch. Learn. Connect. Get Investor-Ready.