eChai: Startup Touchdown SF

Happened on May 06, Tuesday, 2025
6:30am — 08:30am (GMT-06)
The Yellow Chilli by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor
5 slots booked.
Khyati Brahmbhatt - Senior Product Manager, Apty
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Agenda:

Startup Touchdown SF is a weekly dinner series by eChai Ventures, built for visiting founders to plug into the Bay Area’s vibrant startup ecosystem — casually, over good food and great conversations.


​This week, with TiEcon bringing founders from across the world to Silicon Valley, we’re hosting a special Founders Dinner on May 6th in San Francisco.


​Whether you’re a founder new to the Bay, backed by a global accelerator, or a local looking to connect with ambitious builders — this dinner is for you.


​Just real conversations, meaningful connections, and practical insights from those who’ve walked the path — and those just starting out.


What to expect:



  • ​A curated group of early-stage and growth-stage founders

  • ​Bay Area locals who can help you navigate the scene

  • ​Honest advice, introductions, and shared learnings

  • ​A relaxed dinner format (everyone pays for what they order)

Who Should Join:



  • Investors & Angels looking for breakout early-stage opportunities

  • Builders & Engineers interested in upskilling, AI, or immersive learning

  • Designers & Product Thinkers curious about VR/AI-driven UX

  • Operators & Founders exploring global collaborations

  • ​And anyone who wants to connect with visiting Indian founders during TiEcon week

​This is a casual dinner meetup — no stage, no panels. Just honest stories, bold ideas, and new friendships.


You pay for what you order. No stage, no speeches — just honest conversations.


​Let’s gather, connect, and back what matters.

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The eChai Effect - In Their Words

"eChai is playing biggest role in my personal and professional life together. Its a community where i meet like minded people to share idea and learn from their idea. Even while playing cricket i learn something and i implement something new from that learning. Its my entry point for building network in different countries where my base is not established yet. Personally my only fun activity day in a week is eChai cricket and social."
yash shah - Chairman, ES Group of Companies
yash shah
Chairman, ES Group of Companies
“When we launched LegalWiz.in back in 2016, concept of procuring legal and compliance services through a digital commerce platform wasn't as prominent in India. eChai played a significant role in providing the early adopters, and building significant positioning in the startup fraternity. Overtime, eChai grew to be a massive network of like-minded entrepreneurs and extended that benefit to all the members in a true "co-rise" spirit. I personally love to attend eChai events, learn from subject matter experts who share relatable and actionable insights and experiences. For startup journeys, it is so important to be surrounded by people who can add relevance, perspective, and push you to do better. Most importantly a group of people where you aren't being judged about things going right or wrong, but be a motivational force that keeps you going, yet keeping you in check. eChai is that place for me!”
Shrijay Sheth - Founder at LegalWiz.in and Hire4Higher Consulting
Shrijay Sheth
Founder at LegalWiz.in and Hire4Higher Consulting
"After moving back from the USA, eChai became my go-to space to learn how the Indian startup ecosystem works. It offered direct exposure to startup thinking and a community that openly shares business insights. What stood out was how easy it was to connect, learn, and grow through real conversations. As we built our IT hardware rentals business, eChai helped us find our niche and refine our path. Proud and grateful to be part of this amazing community."
Heet Sheth - Growth and Tech, Sheth Info
Heet Sheth
Growth and Tech, Sheth Info