Fundraising for Startups: Panel Conversation with Founders & Investors - Hyderabad Edition

Fundraising for Startups: Panel Conversation with Founders & Investors - Hyderabad Edition

July 27, Sunday, 2025
6:00pm — 08:00pm (GMT+05:30)
Draper Startup House Hyderabad, Terrace, Rajiv gandhi Nagar, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana 500032.
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Nivin  Joseph - Head of Community and Partnership Draper Startup House Srinivas - Consultant Santosh  kumar Thota - "JatayuvAi , founder" Yashwanth Bondapalli - Ai developer Pradeep Rao - operations
Agenda:

Raising capital is never just about the pitch — it’s about timing, traction, and trust. This panel brings together early-stage founders and active investors to unpack the real dynamics of startup fundraising in today’s market.


We’ll explore what investors look for beyond the deck, how founders navigate rejections and term sheets, and what’s changing in the funding landscape across sectors. 

Whether you're gearing up for your first raise or thinking about your next round, join us for a candid, practical conversation on what it really takes to raise money and build lasting relationships in the startup ecosystem.

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The eChai Effect - In Their Words

"At DevX.Work, we’ve greatly benefited from our association with eChai. Their events and networking forums have connected us with high-potential startups, ecosystem leaders, and innovation-driven professionals — many of whom have become valuable partners, collaborators, and even clients. What stands out most is the openness and accessibility of the community — whether you're an early-stage founder or an experienced entrepreneur, eChai provides a welcoming space to learn, collaborate, and grow. It's more than just a network — it's a catalyst for real, collaborative growth. We’re proud to be part of the eChai community. Highly recommended for any organization aiming to grow within the startup space."
Umesh Uttamchandani - Co-Founder, DevX
Umesh Uttamchandani
Co-Founder, DevX
"For me, eChai is a second home. I've been associated with it since the early days, when it was already setting a different tone for how startup communities could work. As a traditional business owner entering the new-age D2C space, eChai supported me in every direction. Over the years, it became my window to the startup world — and also gave me lifelong friends who continue to show up, for business and beyond."
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Pankaj Bhimani
Founder, 58miles
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