Financial Inclusion

I was 10 years old when my father opened an Andhra Bank account for me, depositing money for me to manage my school fees, books, uniform, bus pass, and pocket money. These early lessons instilled in me the confidence to handle money matters and emphasized the importance of financial literacy.? Women have historically had an uneasy relationship with money. They tend to be more tentative, muted, and timid in financial conversations, whereas their male counterparts are more direct and assertive. It is not enough for women to be mere earners; they must become adept wealth managers, equipped to own their finances. Many women even today remain tethered to traditional roles that limit their financial autonomy. The money they earn is theirs, but often, the keys to financial control are not.?? Given the unique challenges women face in their financial journeys, we have invested in LXME, India’s leading fin-tech platform for women. LXME is more than just a fin-tech platform; it's a transformative movement designed to help women achieve financial independence by providing products and education that empower them to make informed decisions for better financial outcomes.?

As we venture into new opportunities with CXXO, let us?draw inspiration from the narratives of fundraising, motivation, and inclusion showcased in our latest edition of Front Cover.?

Best,

Vani Kola ,

Managing Director, Kalaari Capital

Welcoming LXME

LXME is India’s leading Fin-tech Platform that helps women make better financial decisions by offering tailored products such as mutual funds, loans, prepaid shopping cards; financial education; and access to a community of like-minded peers?????

Founders Priti Rathi Gupta and Ridhi Kanoria Doongursee have a vision of helping Indian women achieve financial independence. They have built a community of over 400K+ women, making it the largest finance-centric community for women in India today.

Read more about why we invested in LXME here.

CXXO is thrilled to partner with Priyanka Gera and her team at Aeria in their mission to revolutionize our daily interactions with offices and malls. As the Founder and CEO of Aeria, Priyanka brings extensive real estate expertise. With a background that includes founding Oxford Caps and holding significant positions at JLL and KPMG, her profound industry knowledge and dedication to solving real estate challenges are fundamental to Aeria’s mission.?

Aeria is a Tenant Experience & Asset Management platform; that connects developers and their teams with corporates, asset managers, and service vendors to curate a seamless workplace experience for all stakeholders.??

Read more about why we invested in Aeria here .

CXXO Spotlight

HerKey ?unveils a new platform where you can now get access to resources, manage your job listings, and get a chance to connect with your community. The new platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools and resources to help you build a more inclusive and supportive workplace for women.

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Creative Galileo has partnered with 350 schools across India, including prominent pre-school chains such as Podar Prep, The Learning Curve, Jaipuria Schools, and Aditya Academy. These collaborations collectively impact over 50,000 students through more than 500 branches. Spanning metro and Tier 2 cities, these partnerships highlight our crucial role in fostering the growth of preschools.

Fundraising Insights

Preeta Sukhtankar extensive career in fashion and entertainment began as a journalist at Elle magazine and evolved through roles at MTV as a show producer and founder of a celebrity management firm. She then launched The Label Life, one of India's first direct-to-consumer fashion e-commerce brands, highlighting her entrepreneurial spirit. Having sold her business, Preeta now focuses on advising consumer-led companies like POP, Suta, and Foxtale. Sharing her journey as a female founder, she offers insights on standout fundraising moments, and pitfalls to avoid in investor meetings. Read the full article here .

CXXO has a fresh new look on social media, featuring vibrant colors and content tailored exclusively for female founders. We're dedicated to creating a space that reflects the dynamic and diverse community of women entrepreneurs. Follow and engage, comment, and share!?

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