NEW VENTURE PROGRAM
MISSION:
To provide a platform for mission-driven entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life.
PROGRAM BENEFITS:
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1. An initial investment of up to $100,000 in the form of equity as deemed by the panel
2. Mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and domain experts
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3. Access to specialized support and exposure to the Aroa Venture Partners network.
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PROCESS TIMELINE: (2024 dates announced)
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1. Application Deadline: 28-08-2024
Submit your application with proper pitch documents and other necessary documents
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2. Round 1 Announcement: 10-09-2024
We will screen all the applications and announce shortlisted candidates
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3. Virtual Pitch Round: 30-09-2024 to 04.10.2024
Shortlisted teams will go through a virtual pitch round
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4. Round 2 Announcement: 08.10.2024
Shortlisted teams will proceed to the final round
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5. Final Pitch Round: 15.10.2024 & 16.10.2024
This will be in-person and you will be presenting to a panel of 5 judges
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6. Winning Teams Announcement: 22.10.2024
Winning teams will go through a two week startup camp at Aroa HQ
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
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1. The startup must be operational in India with all the founders above 18 years of age
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2. The startup should have been in business for less than 3 years
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3. The startup must be bootstrapped
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