The last-minute demo day turned out to be a huge success 🚀

Here are the key moments from eChai Ventures's 2024 Demo Day

Kudos to the 4 incredible founders who pitched with unwavering confidence, showcasing their innovative ideas and the tenacity of entrepreneurship.

Their strong grit is set to leave a lasting impact on the startup ecosystemđź’Ş

John Edward Founder of Chalice, unfolded a fresh perspective on digital marketing through his stealth marketing approach.

Vijayaraghavan Founder of of Stealth Product, emphasized the importance of building a marketplace for video editors and creative minds

Jayachandran, Founder of Maasta, showcased how technology can revolutionize the media and entertainment industry.

HEMAN Founder of GatiShakthi Bin who is on a mission to create impact through leveraging 5G Small Cells, Plastic Recycling, and Advertisement Revenue.

Huge shoutout to our venue partners Sevika Tech Pvt Ltd and Cynthia for helping us with the venue.

If you're interested in partnering with us to host these energetic events at your office space, feel free to DM me. Let's make every office space in Chennai a hub for innovation, without the need for formal hiring.

Exciting times ahead with numerous activities and events planned for the coming year. Follow me, Kirithiga, and eChai Ventures to stay updated on the latest startup events.

Let's keep the momentum going! 🚀
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The eChai Effect - In Their Words

“You don’t plan to build a company via eChai. You just keep showing up … and one day, you realize you did.” I’ve known Jatin since 2012, when I was still deciding what kind of second innings I wanted to play as an entrepreneur. Over the years, through events, chai breaks, intros, and seemingly small conversations, eChai helped shape not just Upsquare but also refined the lens through which we see collaboration. At Upsquare, we’ve hired talent, met partners, discovered co-investors, and built lifelong friendships. One of our joint ventures exists today only because a casual eChai memory sparked a deeper trust. Now, as we build House of Starts — our venture builder — eChai continues to fuel our mission: co-creating a shared future. eChai isn’t just a startup network. It’s a trust network. And for business builders like me, that makes all the difference."
Utpal Vaishnav - Founder @ Upsquare & House of Starts • Angel Investor + LP
Utpal Vaishnav
Founder @ Upsquare & House of Starts • Angel Investor + LP
"The eChai platform has been super valuable for me - it has helped me gain a deeper understanding of domains in the startup and tech ecosystem. What stands out most is the celebration of knowledge, professional growth, and entrepreneurship - it’s one of the best for the Indian ecosystem. Along the way, I’ve also been fortunate to make some great friendships and connections too."
Shalin (Shawn) Parikh - Founder, MyCPE One
Shalin (Shawn) Parikh
Founder, MyCPE One
"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
Koumal Kalantry
Founder, Bignano Ventures

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