Founders contemplate whom to approach for funding, while investors consider where to allocate their investments. When one should seek funding or refrain from it is an individual choice. There are no definitive answers to any questions; it's always subjective and often seasonal.
It was an enriching meetup eChai Ventures on very apt topic #funding - learning about this from the best Milapsinh Jadeja sir ,Umesh Uttamchandani sor @mihir joshi sir GVFL Limited , Dheeraj Bhojwani sir !!
Many congratulations to Jatin Chaudhary for completing 15 years to eChai Ventures journey and hosting the show!
Friends and family are typically the first investors in your vision, and early-stage startups often receive initial investments from them.
• Bootstrapping: Self-funding the startup with personal savings or revenue.
• Seed Funding: Initial capital from friends, family, or angel investors.
• Series A, B, C Funding: Increasing rounds of financing from venture capitalists as the company grows.
• Bridge Funding: Short-term financing to sustain operations between major funding rounds.
Pros of Funding:
• Accelerated growth potential.
• Access to expertise and networks of investors.
• Ability to scale operations rapidly.
Cons of Funding:
• Pressure to meet investor expectations.
• Dilution of equity.
Are you part of startup ecosystem?
And which stage you are into , bootstrapping, seed funding, more round of funds , Bridge funding or other??
I am just truly love the energy of all the founders !!
Pankaj Bhimani Ekta Shah Mitesh Shethwala Himani Kankaria Harshal Trivedi Yash Mehta Amit Panchal Nikita A Macquinn Harsha Bhurani Satya Mehta Novin Jaiswal Viraj Rajani Niraj Harlalka Bhavik Makwana Shreyans Panchal
It was an enriching meetup eChai Ventures on very apt topic #funding - learning about this from the best Milapsinh Jadeja sir ,Umesh Uttamchandani sor @mihir joshi sir GVFL Limited , Dheeraj Bhojwani sir !!
Many congratulations to Jatin Chaudhary for completing 15 years to eChai Ventures journey and hosting the show!
Friends and family are typically the first investors in your vision, and early-stage startups often receive initial investments from them.
• Bootstrapping: Self-funding the startup with personal savings or revenue.
• Seed Funding: Initial capital from friends, family, or angel investors.
• Series A, B, C Funding: Increasing rounds of financing from venture capitalists as the company grows.
• Bridge Funding: Short-term financing to sustain operations between major funding rounds.
Pros of Funding:
• Accelerated growth potential.
• Access to expertise and networks of investors.
• Ability to scale operations rapidly.
Cons of Funding:
• Pressure to meet investor expectations.
• Dilution of equity.
Are you part of startup ecosystem?
And which stage you are into , bootstrapping, seed funding, more round of funds , Bridge funding or other??
I am just truly love the energy of all the founders !!
Pankaj Bhimani Ekta Shah Mitesh Shethwala Himani Kankaria Harshal Trivedi Yash Mehta Amit Panchal Nikita A Macquinn Harsha Bhurani Satya Mehta Novin Jaiswal Viraj Rajani Niraj Harlalka Bhavik Makwana Shreyans Panchal
The eChai Effect - In Their Words
"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
"If there’s one phrase that sums up my journey, it’s truly ‘The eChai Effect.’ Six years ago, I simply walked into my first eChai event, not knowing what to expect. The honest conversations, energy, and inspiration from founders and entrepreneurs struck a chord within me. That eChai spark became the catalyst for everything to follow. I proudly say: my entrepreneurship journey started—and keeps evolving—because of eChai. Redicine Medsol’s story is integrally linked to this community. I’ve gained so much, not just as a founder but as a forever volunteer and grateful member of the eChai family. With all my heart, thank you Jatin Bhai and everyone at eChai for shaping, guiding, and supporting my dreams. The eChai Effect will always be a part of my story."
Kush Prajapati
Founder, Redicine Medsol
"eChai has been a game changer in my journey. It connected me with real people, real support and real opportunities. From building HMMBiz to launching Mindalcove, eChai has played a key role at every step. Grateful to be part of a community that truly believes in growing together."
Hardik Manwani
CTO, Mind Alcove
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