Event update: Scaling Startups in Tier-2 Cities — eChai Ventures

[Partner Event]Rajkot

Scaling Startups in Tier-2 Cities

January 18, 2025

Saturday

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Agenda:

We are delighted to invite you to the Kotak BizLabs Networking mixer, Rajkot hosted by IIMA Ventures. This event is part of Kotak BizLabs Accelerator, a is a CSR Initiative of Kotak Mahindra Bank to empower early-stage entrepreneurs with tailored resources, expert mentorship, and grant opportunities.

Followed by a riveting panel discussion, in collaboration with eChai, on "Scaling startups in tier-2 cities", with Devina Kothari (Zuan Design Labs), Harsh Joshi (Cligent Technologies), Shantanu Thanvi (IIMA Ventures) and Marmik Bhatt (Monk9 Tech)

Why attend?
Discover how Kotak BizLabs supports startups through structured mentorship, a tailored curriculum, and grants of up to ₹15 lakh.
Network with like-minded entrepreneurs, industry pioneers, and key stakeholders from the startup ecosystem.
Gain strategic insights to address critical challenges and scale your entrepreneurial journey.

Event Details:
Date: January 18, 2025, Saturday
Time: 6 PM - 7 PM
Venue: DevX Coworking Space
Registration Link: https://go.iimaventures.com/RajkotMixer

The eChai Effect - In Their Words

“eChai has been that turning point in my journey. It gave me a platform when I wasn’t looking for visibility but needed direction. Over the years, it became more than just a network. It became my tribe; a place where conversations sparked collaborations, and strangers became trusted sounding boards. What I value most is how effortlessly eChai brings people together - no airs, no filters, just genuine people with shared dreams. I owe a lot to this community and to Jatin, whose consistency and belief in people have shaped journeys like mine. Forever grateful to be part of something so real.”

Rushabh Shah

Managing Partner - STIR Advisors

"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

"eChai isn’t just a startup community … it’s a mindset . eChai has been one of the most impactful communities in my entrepreneurial journey. It’s been a turning point . In a world where building something can often feel isolating, eChai gave me a sense of belonging. I’ve found mentors, collaborators, and friends here — people who genuinely want to see you succeed. It’s a space where ideas are challenged, actions are celebrated, and founders grow not just in scale, but in clarity and confidence. From late-night ideas to early-morning pitches, this community has quietly but powerfully shaped the way I build, think, and dream. I’ll always be grateful for the way eChai creates spaces where founders don’t just grow businesses — they grow together."

Koumal Kalantry

Founder, Bignano Ventures

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CoKarma : Coworking space and community in Hyderabad.

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Brilworks : Custom software development for startups and enterprises' digital transformation.

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