Happy Gandhi Jayanti, changemakers! 🙏 The principles that transformed a nation continue to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs. At LetsVenture, we see startups embodying Gandhian values every day: Truth - Building with unwavering integrity Non-Violence - Growing sustainably, respecting all stakeholders Self-Reliance - Innovating for true independence Service - Prioritizing positive social impact Which of these Gandhian principles resonates most with your startup journey? Share your story and vote in our poll! Join us in celebrating entrepreneurship that doesn't just disrupt markets, but elevates humanity. #HappyGandhiJayanti #StartupIndia #LetsVenture
LetsVenture
Technology, Information and Internet
Invest together & build together with India's largest early-stage platform for startup investing & fundraising.
About us
Invest together, build together with India's largest early-stage platform for private market investing & fundraising for investors & founders. LetsVenture has pioneered the private market ecosystem & has enabled 860 startups to raise $400 M on the platform. Today we have 14000 investors from 60 countries, 18000 startups registered and 500 institutions and 800 family offices. LetsVenture backed startups have a total portfolio value of over $10.5 Bn billion and the LV Angel Fund is a SEBI registered Angel AIF with AUM of $115 Mn . We are backed by marquee investors such Accel, Chiratae Ventures, Nandan Nilekani, Sharad Sharma, Anupam Mittal, Ratan Tata, Rishad Premji, and Mohandas Pai. With a full stack of product offerings for founders (LV Fuel, Founder support & more) & investors (LV Varsity & WIN - Women Investor Network) our aim is to make investing & fundraising accessible to all.
- Website
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http://www.letsventure.com/
External link for LetsVenture
- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Bangalore
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2013
- Specialties
- Funding, Fundraising, Startups, Due Diligence, Mentoring, Angel Investment, and Syndicate
Locations
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Primary
Bangalore
Bangalore, IN
Employees at LetsVenture
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Vivek Khare
Angel Investor, Advisor on things 0to1
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Hari Balasubramanian
Mentor & Advisor
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Naminder Dhir
IT industry veteran, Investor
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Naren Manappa
Your Wellbeing Coach | #Career #Happiness #Work-life Balance | 25Y (xGoogle • xOracle • TekSeva • Pauseible) | Alumn (IISc • Harvard) | Author |…
Updates
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📊Startup Founders, Master Your Market with TAM, SAM, SOM! 🚀 Understanding your market is crucial for startup success. Let's break down the crucial market sizing trinity: 🌎TAM (Total Addressable Market): The entire market demand for your product or service. 🎯SAM (Serviceable Addressable Market): The portion of TAM you can realistically target. 💼SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market): The segment of SAM you can capture in the near term. Knowing these metrics helps you set realistic goals, focus your strategy, and impress investors.Ready to dive deeper into market analysis? LetsVenture is here to guide you through every step of your startup journey. From pitch deck reviews to connecting with top investors, we've got you covered. Stay tuned for more insights in our Startup Founders Playbook series! Ready to turn your TAM into real traction? #StartupStrategy #MarketAnalysis #LetsVenture #StartupFounders #EntrepreneurshipTips #startupfoundersplaybook Shanti Mohan Pramod Lamba Sabah Mehkeri Vedanshi Sinha
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Exciting News from our Portfolio Company! BASIC Home Loan has raised $10.6M in Series B funding, led by Bertelsmann India Investments and CE-Ventures, with participation from LetsVenture, Gruhas , 100Unicorns, and Venture Catalysts | India's 1st Multi-Stage VC. This funding will help them expand their reach in Tier II & III cities, supporting low and middle-income households. We are proud to participate in this journey as BASIC Home Loan continues revolutionizing home financing in India. #LetsVenture #Startups #portfolio #funding
We're all set for BASIC 2.0! We have now more global mentors, strategic resources, and support in our mission to help India achieve its 'Housing For All' goal. We have just closed a $10.6 mn Series B round, led by new investors Bertelsmann India Investments (BII) and CE Ventures (Crescent Enterprises), with additional support from our existing investors Mr. Ashish Kacholia, Gruhas , LetsVenture, 100Unicorns, and Venture Catalysts | India's 1st Multi-Stage VC. What does this mean? More fuel to power our mission of making home financing super accessible and affordable across India! We're doubling down on technology to make your mortgage journey even better and faster. Think of it as a turbo boost for delivering a smooth, personalized home loan experience. But wait, there’s more! We're leveling up by expanding our team, reaching more Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, and addressing the needs of low-income groups. On behalf of the BASIC family, led by Atul Monga and Kalyan Josyula, we would like to thank our consumers, partners, and investors for all their support. We’re excited to keep revolutionizing home loans and making a real difference for homebuyers across India. Dexter Capital Advisors | CommsCredible | Nikhil Kamath | Picus Capital | Earlsfield Capital Partners | Good Capital | Anupam Mittal | Rishabh Banthia | Keshav Bagri | Rohit Sood | Jayesh Bavle | Tejas Bode | Ayushi G. | Vaani Malik | Devendra Agrawal Kamaljeet Singh Randhawa | Akshay Purwar | Amardeep Sharma | Sauraj Sahay | Navneet Mishra | CA Naviin Guptaa | Ajit Thakur | Suraj Rathi | Vishal Kapdi | Sonia Thakur | Amit Kumar | Sachin Yadav | Nagmani Singh | SANDEEP ATTRAY | Udit Pareek | Himanshu Ratra | Chetan Rastogi #Funding #SeriesB #BII #BASICHomeLoan #Investment #BusinessFunding
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💡Debt funding is powering the growth of Indian startups! From fintech to edtech, companies are leveraging debt to fuel expansion without diluting equity. Swipe to see how Aye Finance Pvt. Ltd, Emeritus, Sugmya Finance, and LoanTap Financial Technologies are using debt strategically to reach new heights. At LetsVenture, we're not just observers - we're enablers of this trend! Our LV Debt platform connects startups with the right debt financing options to ramp up their growth. Whether you're looking to optimize your capital structure or fuel rapid expansion, LV Debt has you covered. Ready to explore debt funding for your startup? Visit https://lnkd.in/g4diyPpg to learn more and get started! 🚀 #StartupFunding #DebtFinancing #IndianStartups #LetsVenture #GrowthStrategy #LVDebt Shanti Mohan Pramod Lamba Sabah Mehkeri Vedanshi Sinha
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It was Inspiring to see Shanti Mohan speaking at #TechSparks2024 today. Her perspective on how 'Fintech is evergreen sector and has yet not begun its journey of innovation in India' truly captured the essence of the future we are building. Congratulations to YourStory Media for curating such a stellar event and celebrating 15 years of shaping India's startup ecosystem. Excited to see how we continue to innovate and build the next wave of growth for India!
“Fintech is evergreen; it has not even seen the start of innovation in India today,” says Shanti Mohan, Co-founder & CEO of LetsVenture and trica, during a panel titled “Investors Speak: What Are India's VCs Betting on Now?” at #TechSparks2024. “We are also seeing emerging trends in manufacturing and Industry 4.0—which includes intelligent robots, deep tech, AI, and IoT,” she added.
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From innovative growth strategies to real-world challenges, the discussion is a must-watch for anyone passionate about entrepreneurship and Business scaling. Get inspired by what's ahead for India's booming startup ecosystem by checking out the link in the comments below!
“India is a consumption-driven economy, and we have all the building blocks—mobile data, digital payments, and a growing middle class. The next decade belongs to us.” At Building in Bharat 3.0, what started as a deep dive into numbers and growth strategies quickly became a personal reflection on the real challenges of building and scaling in one of the world’s most competitive markets. Now, watch the full panel discussion featuring: Shanti Mohan, Founder, LetsVenture & trica Dharamveer Singh Chouhan, Co-Founder & CEO, Zo World Keshav Inani, Founder & Group CEO, Vananam Amar A Ummat, Founding Partner, Recur Club 📺 Link to watch in the comments section. Gifting Partners: Arata | Bombay Shaving Company | Kearo | HYE FOODS | Lamhenow | TrekNomads | TURMS Intelligent Apparel Knowledge Partner: EY Community Partner: Netcore for Startups, groD2C, Flexi Analyst, Introbot AI #startups #business #founders #india
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Proud to showcase BluSmart, a game-changer in our portfolio! 🚗 ⚡️This EV ride-hailing startup is reshaping urban mobility with its impressive growth and commitment to sustainability. From raising $25M to saving 30M kg of CO2 emissions, BluSmart is driving the future of transportation. BluSmart is paving the way for sustainable urban mobility, and we at LetsVenture are happy to support their mission towards a greener and cleaner tomorrow! #LetsVenture #startup #funding #StartupSuccess #SustainableMobility #EVRevolution #BluSmart Shanti Mohan Sabah Mehkeri Pramod Lamba Vedanshi Sinha
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Shanti Mohan's insights at the ETSoonicorn Summit are truly on point, and we couldn’t agree more. Early-stage funding is often about relationships and trust, where women face systemic challenges. At LetsVenture, we are proud to be guided by Shanti in building a more inclusive ecosystem. It's time to support women founders and help them thrive. As Shanti Mohan says, To all women founders: Be unapologetic about your ambition. The journey may be slow, but the results will come. #LetsVenture #WomenInTech #WomenFounders #BreakingBarriers #WomenEmpowerment
I was on a panel at the The Economic Times ETSoonicorn summit last week. The discussion was around women in the startup ecosystem, funding and breaking barriers. As I did some homework on data, this is what I found: 1. Globally the % of capital going into women-led startups is 2.3%, India is at 2% (a bit lower than the global everage) 2. 15% of women-led startups were able to raise funding. A women-led startup is defined as a woman being part of the founding team, not necessarily a woman CEO or an all women founding team. If you do the math, the data clearly shows that though the numbers are larger, the committed capital is less. However the % has remained the same over the last 4 years, when we saw funding #s move from 26-30b to 7-8b. Does this mean that the actual #s grew. I am not sure. My observation is the following: 1. Early stage is lot about the team, and building the trust early on, before you can build numbers, and before you hit PMF. This means, it is also a lot about being able to build relationships with investors, and get feedback, informally. I know this naturally works against women, especially in a venture environment where the women investor representation is low. 2. Studies show that for the same idea, male founders often have an edge over female founders. 3. At the growth stage, I firmly believe that gender is no longer a factor. Numbers speak for themselves. A great product backed by customer love transcends the identity of the founders A study done by Kauffman foundation shows that women led startups have a 45% higher probablity of success! When I founded LetsVenture, I almost refused to participate in women related panels, as I believed that the best founder wins, and gender does not play a role in startups. But today, after a decade in the ecosystem, I believe this is a systemic issue. I meet incredible women-led teams who are committed, understand the problem, and their market deeply, and yet struggle to secure funding. As an ecosystem, we need to consciusly address the bias, beyond rhetoric. We need to aspire for our women founders, and start tracking how we can build systems to support them at the early stages. It is critical for us to build the funnel and ensure we beat global averages. There are no easy answers here but we need a start. My feedback to women founders is "Be unapologetic about your ambition"- The Indian ecosystem, though slow will deliver. As a country, we have enough examples of women breaking barriers at the highest leadership levels in politics, in corporate and in startups. As a shoutout, I am working with an all women-founding team, where one of the founders is the CTO/CPO and has built the entire app just with an intern. Tagging them here MAMMA-MIYA #Aashika Namrata Mayanil Aashika Aleya Abraham #WomenInTech #BreakingBarriers #StartupEcosystem #startupindia#startupindia#startupindia Indu Awasthi Syna Dehnugara Sabah Mehkeri Vedanshi Sinha Ankita Vashistha LetsVenture trica
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💡Unlock the Power of Non-Dilutive Funding! 🚀 Swipe through to discover how startups like Doqfy are fueling growth without sacrificing ownership. From grants to business loans, non-dilutive funding offers a smart alternative to traditional equity financing. Key Takeaways: ✅ Retain full control of your startup ✅ Focus capital on specific growth areas ✅ Navigate challenges with strategic planning ✅ Balance with other funding sources for optimal growth Is your startup ready to explore the benefits of non-dilutive funding? Let's chat about how LetsVenture can help you find the perfect funding mix for your growth journey! Ready to fuel your startup's growth without diluting equity? Visit our blog for the full in depth information on non-dilutive funding strategies! https://lnkd.in/g9z6P4fZ #StartupFunding #NonDilutiveFunding #EntrepreneurshipTips #StartupGrowth #LetsVenture #LVDebt Shanti Mohan Pramod Lamba Sabah Mehkeri Vedanshi Sinha
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We are excited to announce that Shanti Mohan, Co-founder & CEO of LetsVenture and Trica, will be speaking at #TechSparks2024, Bengaluru - India’s largest startup-tech conference with many other inspiring leaders. TechSparks 2024 is YourStory Media's premier event celebrating its 15th year where visionaries, innovators, and tech enthusiasts will come together to shape the future. This summit promises unparalleled insights, networking opportunities, and groundbreaking ideas that will redefine the technology landscape. Join us to hear from Shanti Mohan and other leaders shaping the future of startups. 📅 Date: 26 Sep-28 Sep 2024 📍 Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru 🎟️ Grab your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gGD9xy8j #LetsVenture #TechSparks2024 #StartupLeaders #BengaluruEvents
Shanti Mohan, Co-founder and CEO of LetsVenture and trica, is a trailblazer in transforming the startup and investment landscape. Her dual roles underscore a commitment to fostering innovation and providing critical support for early-stage ventures. As the driving force behind LetsVenture, Shanti has revolutionised the way startups and investors connect. LetsVenture’s platform simplifies fundraising, offering startups streamlined access to a network of investors and resources. Shanti’s vision for democratising access to capital and mentoring has made a significant impact, empowering entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. Trica, with its emphasis on data-driven insights and strategic support, aligns with Shanti’s mission to provide entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed in a competitive market. Shanti’s work exemplifies the power of combining vision with action, creating pathways for entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams and driving growth across the startup ecosystem. Meet Shanti Mohan, and many more of India’s most inspiring leaders at #TechSparks2024, Bengaluru - India’s largest startup-tech conference. 📌 Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru 🗓️ September 26-28 Book your tickets now 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gGD9xy8j #SpeakerSpotlight #TechSparks2024 #TechConference #BengaluruEvents