At eChai SF, I saw women in tech show up for one another

At eChai SF, I saw women in tech show up for one another
Last night's Women in Tech event was a powerful reminder of the strength of our community.

What struck me most was witnessing women leaders who, despite navigating their own professional challenges, showed up with generosity and openness to mentor and support others. Their willingness to share both their struggles and their journeys demonstrated the kind of authentic leadership that creates real change.

The conversations were honest, the connections meaningful, and the energy in the room was a testament to how far we've come and how much further we can go together.

Next week, I'm heading to India visiting Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Jaipur, and I'm excited to connect with more women leaders in India's vibrant tech ecosystem. If you're in the area, I'd love to meet up.

The momentum around Women in Tech is building, and I'm particularly looking forward to the eChai Ventures Women in Tech Conference happening in Feb’26. I'll share more details as we get closer, but it is going to be an incredible gathering of leaders, innovators, and changemakers.

To every woman forging her path in tech: your journey matters, your voice matters, and you're not alone in this. Let's continue lifting each other up.

Happy Holidays…! ❤️


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The eChai Effect - In Their Words

"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
“I have no hesitation in saying that my association with eChai has been a gateway into the startup ecosystem. Through this platform, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with many young and dynamic entrepreneurs. These interactions have been immensely enriching - I’ve learned a great deal and have always tried to offer guidance whenever approached. It’s a truly symbiotic relationship that I deeply value, and it wouldn’t have been possible without eChai.”
Syed Nadeem Jafri - Founder, Hearty Mart
Syed Nadeem Jafri
Founder, Hearty Mart
"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
Kush Prajapati
Founder, Redicine Medsol

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