Pitch Cafe

??? New #SilliconValley #Podcast Episode Alert ?? Chitra Nayak's Journey: ?? In our latest episode, we got to sit down with Chitra Nayak, a powerhouse #boardmember and #executive (former COO, Platform Salesforce) with an incredible journey in business and leadership Link to the full episode https://lnkd.in/gStuzKp5 Chitra shares her inspiring journey with Neythri.org, a community she co-founded to empower #SouthAsian #women in leadership and entrepreneurship. ???????? With over 3,000 members and 250 senior women, Neythri focuses on enablement, connection, and upliftment. ?????? We delve into #productledgrowth strategies and the importance of using the right metrics to measure success in businesses of all sizes. ???? Chitra emphasizes the need for diverse perspectives, particularly the role of women in leadership, to reflect the broader population. ???????????? In the context of #AI, Chitra highlights the importance of #responsibleAI and building the right guardrails to ensure ethical use. ????? She notes that startups must consider AI-driven elements in their offerings to improve efficiencies and customer experiences. ??? Chitra also discusses #boardgovernance and the need for diverse boards that can provide balance and oversight, especially in AI-driven companies. ???? She emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance and responsible AI practices. ??? To wrap up the conversation, Chitra shares an inspiring story from 2024 about the impact of #AI in #healthcare, particularly in augmenting the time spent by doctors and nurses. ???? She encourages everyone to experiment with AI tools like #Descript for video editing and notes the potential for AI to transform industries. ?????? With her extensive background in scaling businesses and launching new products, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs and leaders. ???? ?? Listen now and get inspired ? #leadership #womeninbusiness #productledgrowth #tech #diversity #inclusion #entrepreneurship #scalingbusinesses #newproducts #inspiration #motivation #success #AI #responsibleAI #boardgovernance

?? #Fundraising #Stories ??Thank you keynote speaker/mentor Rohin Parkar, co-founder and CEO of Spintly, for sharing your inspiring journey with our eager #startup #founder cohort at iStart Valley ??"Getting your pitch deck right is hard, you need to fit in your deck into your story not the other way around!" ?? - Rohin Parkar. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to securing 500+ customers and backing from reputed VCs, Rohin's story is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability. As an entrepreneur-in-residence I am truly grateful for driving this intiative and being part of this amazing experience ?? ??Key takeaways from Rohin's talk - ???Iterate Fast: "Iterate very fast. Don't waste time, just keep moving. If somethings don't work, build the next prototype." ?? ???Believe in Your Vision: "First of all, you have to believe that I can build a billion-dollar company or a multi-billion-dollar company, correct. That belief has to be there within yourself." ?? ???Focus on Customer Feedback: "Get out of the office and go meet customers. Don't be afraid of getting into a customer meeting with just a prototype." ?? ???Be Strategic with Funding: "Raise as much as possible, as early as possible, and try and dilute as little as possible”?? ??♀??Take Care of Yourself: "Just make sure you take care of yourself and your people around you. Because finally, that's what matters." Thank you again, Rohin, for sharing your valuable insights and inspiring our cohort ?? #Fundraising #Startups #FounderStories Accel LetsVenture SucSEED Ventures Chakra Growth Capital RiSo Capital Alumni Ventures

?? COUNTDOWN TO THE OSAAT GALA 2024! ?? ?? 2 Days Left Until Event! Your pledge matters! We’re on a mission to?#rebuildschools, restore hope, and #reignite?dreams—brick by brick, child by child. The?#OSAAT?#Gala?is more than an event; it’s a powerful movement to uplift underprivileged students and turn "broken walls" into the "brighter halls" of opportunity. ?? One student, one school, one dream at a time. Together, we’re shaping tomorrow’s visionary leaders, scientists, and innovators. ?? Be part of this transformation. Your support at the OSAAT Gala 2024 brings us one step closer to a million dreams!? Please register or donate here? https://lnkd.in/gmjfANWv Hear it from the visionaries at the OSAAT Gala??? Jay Chaudhry, CEO, Chairman & Founder Zscaler in conversation with Rajiv Ramaswami, CEO, Nutanix, also board member at OSAAT, and inspirational note from Ferose V R. Also our distinguished donors panel Guru Pangal, Venture Partner Mayfield Fund and Keerti Melkote, serial entrepreneur, CEO, Anyscale in conversation with Chandar Pattabhiram and hear it from BV Jagadeesh, the #visionary chairman of the board of OSAAT. ?? ?Meet the amazing team behind this effort Anuradha Jagadeesh Nikita Jagadeesh Paddu Melanahalli Vijay Pullur Ramesh Javagal Siddu Rati Vanitha Belur ? Roopa Chiluvuri Amrita Bhattacharjee Pranali Ubale Vida Vidyangi Patil #OSAATGala2024 #EmpowerDreams #RebuildSchools #SupportEducation #BrickByBrick #MillionDreams Stay tuned for updates, and don’t miss the chance to be part of something incredible!

#PODCAST alert! "From A Small Village to Visionaries and Award-Winning Innovators: The Inspiring Journey of Backyard Creators featured on Zee TV" India's First Domestic Hearing Implant. ?? I'm thrilled to announce the latest episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast, where I had the pleasure of sitting down with the brilliant minds behind Backyard Creators, Raman R and Lakshmanan R. ?? These two incredible co-founders are on a mission to change lives with their groundbreaking invention, "Impulse"—an external ear device that's giving the gift of hearing to those born with congenital hearing loss. ?? In this episode, you'll hear about: - How Backyard Creators is making a difference in communities across India and beyond ?? - Their pioneering efforts in developing hearing implants right here in India ???? - The inspiring journey that led to their Young Achievers Innovation Award from the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu ?? - Their ambitious 10-year plan to revolutionize healthcare accessibility ??? Don't miss out on this heartwarming and inspiring conversation about the future of healthcare! ?? #healthcare #innovation #socialimpact #india #startups #podcast #governmentofindia Government of India Government of Tamil Nadu Government of Telangana Chapters: - 00:00 Introduction - 02:53 Motivation Behind Addressing This Issue - 07:10 Primary Focus: Children or Adults? - 08:25 Magnitude of the Problem - 10:00 Collaboration with Government Entities - 12:40 Balancing Social Mission with Business Objectives - 15:08 Origin Story of Backyard Creators - 17:38 Sources of Inspiration - 19:00 Recognition as Young Achievers by the Tamil Nadu Government - 19:49 Strategic Roadmap for the Next 10 Years - 20:17 Opportunities to Join the Backyard Creators Team - 25:20 Conclusion About Me: I'm Vidyangi (Vida) Patil author and speaker dedicated to helping individuals and organizations reach their full potential. Follow me for more insights on career, personal growth, and technology! #vidyangipatil #pitchcafepodcast Boeing #Grant

#startupindia ?? Introducing the latest episode of Pitch Cafe from #siliconvalley YouTube podcast: "Empowering Local Shops with Data, Tech & Delivery to End customers in just 2 Hours across 11?Categories and 10K+ Products: The Monish Shah Odyssey" ?? Solving for the unorganized retail market of India which is 8X bigger than total E-commerce penetration in India. Link to full podcast https://lnkd.in/gd3BuGBZ Link to Streetz Hyperlocal Pvt Ltd coverage by Inc42 Media coverage https://lnkd.in/gcQ4KhqM From orchestrating operations at instamart in engineering a billion-dollar enterprise, and now his new startup Streetz Hyperlocal Pvt Ltd Monish Shah's journey is a testament to the transformative power of technology uplifting the grass roots and small business landscape in India. This episode dives deep into the saga of a visionary who reshaped the market landscape, one innovation at a time. ?? What's Inside: ?? Monish's Blueprint for Success: How a stellar sales background from #Swiggy and beyond crafted the finest sales teams. ?? Leadership Mastery: Navigating through the challenges of scaling local businesses and steering large teams towards unprecedented financial heights. ?? Market Revolution: Tapping into the $1.3 trillion Indian retail market, Monish's ventures spotlight the vast opportunities in e-commerce and tech-enabled operations. ?? #Viral Growth Secrets: With 177,000 downloads and 14,000 signups, discover how Monish's strategies outperformed traditional marketing paradigms. ?? Innovating #Retail: Explore Streetz.shop's journey to becoming a virtual mall, offering a vast 12,000 product catalog aimed at redefining local shopping experiences. ?? Facing Giants: How local businesses can pivot to compete against e-commerce behemoths through technology, learning from the likes of #Amazon and #Flipkart. This episode is an inspiration for entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and dreamers everywhere. Monish Shah breaks down the barriers, proving that with the right mix of technology, vision, and relentless pursuit, sky's the limit. ?? Join us in uncovering the strategies, challenges, and triumphs of a trailblazer who believes in leveraging technology to empower local businesses. Watch now: Link in the comment section below.. #TechRevolution #MonishShah #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #LocalBusiness #Podcast #YouTube Shankar Sahai Princey Chowdhury

?? Elevate Your Software Testing Game! Dive into Paddu Melanahalli's latest blog where he breaks down the dynamic duo of Context-Based Testing (CBT) and Machine Learning (ML) to revolutionize software testing. I had a blast working on the content and creatives ?? Inspired by Super Bowl 2024 strategies, discover how: -> CBT customizes testing for unbeatable performance in any scenario. ?? -> ML acts as the ultimate coach, leveraging data to fine-tune your playbook. ?? Ready to score big in software delivery? Explore cutting-edge tactics that blend tech innovation with the thrill of victory. ?? Throughly enjoyed creating graphics and content for this one! #SuperBowl2024 #SoftwareTesting #MachineLearning #CICDPipeline #TechInnovation