Welcome to Startup-Investor Connect

27th World Investment Conference

The Startup-Investor Connect program, integrated into 27th World Investment Conference- which will be held in 11-14 December, 2023 in New Delhi, India, is designed to offer startups from various sectors a platform to pitch their ideas to potential investors. This initiative allows startups to obtain feedback and showcase their potential for securing funding and related support.

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Program Roadmap

Program Road Map

26th Oct – 18th Nov 2023

Applications Open for Startup and Investors

18th Nov – 20th Nov 2023

Matchmaking of Startups and Investor

21st Nov – 28th Nov

4 Sector Specific Virtual Pitching Sessions for Startups

12th December 2023

One-on-one meetings between Startups and Investors at WIC 2023

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Focus Areas 

Startups and investors will be categorized into four focus areas aligned with the themes of the World Investment Conference, ensuring that pitches and interactions are relevant and productive. The focus areas are:

Health-Tech

Agri-Tech

Clean-Tech and Sustainability

Automotive and EV

Seize the opportunity at #WIC23, pitch your startup!

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Program Structure 

Investor-Startup Matchmaking:

Basis the information and thesis received from startups and investors, a comprehensive matchmaking exercise would be conducted before the pitching session to enable the most appropriate opportunities for startups and investors to

4 Virtual Pitching Sessions:

Each startup will have approximately 7 minutes to present their pitch, followed by a 5-minute Q&A and feedback from investors. The entire program duration will be approximately 4 hours, featuring pitches from 5-7 startups in each focus area.

At World Investment Conference:

One-on-one meetings will be set up between investors and startups basis the interest shown in the virtual pitching sessions to finalise deals at WIC.

#27thWIC

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Outcomes

For Startups

Startups can leverage the program to gain widespread exposure, receive valuable feedback, forge crucial connections, and benefit from a structured learning environment that enhances their pitch and presentation skills. The program positions startups to capture investor interest and explores thematic focus areas that align with their industries. This targeted approach increases the likelihood of attracting investors who understand their sector, ultimately fostering growth and development.

For Investors

Investors leverage a diverse pool of innovative startups as a prime source of early-stage investment opportunities, facilitating portfolio diversification and informed investment decisions. The program’s networking and feedback mechanisms amplify co-investment prospects and contribute to fostering innovation, underscoring investors’ crucial role in nurturing the next generation of businesses with significant global economic impact.