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Attended the Meetup by Tablon - launched as a networking platform for early-stage founders in UAE, KSA, Qatar, and India, aiming to connect with ~300 investors from 50+ countries. Platform specializes in early-stage founders seeking connections with investors through investor dinners, one-to-one meetings, and WhatsApp community groups.
Mr. Farooq, Thanks for hosting!
Founders presented diverse ventures, including AI solutions for agriculture by Nadia and home concierge services by Ravi Bansal, with some seeking initial funding rounds. Another member shared insights on successful fundraising strategies, emphasizing international summits and investor clubs as key to connecting with potential investors. Community operates with dinners limited to 80 participants, focusing on founders raising $2 million or less and fostering direct connections with investors.
Participants highlighted the importance of understanding customer needs, with one member noting failures in previous ventures due to inadequate market execution. Strategic emphasis placed on leveraging platforms like Crunchbase for competitive analysis and distribution strength in fundraising efforts. Founders expressed challenges such as timing and team dynamics.
Notes
- Saksham Chaudhary FindCoder evaluating projects with AI agents
- Anshita Jain presented Lil Munchkin.in for cute products and corporate gifting.
- Nadia discussed Nabat AI developing AI-powered solutions for high-tech vertical farms
- Ravi Bansal shared about Pinch, offering home concierge services, transitioning to fundraising.
- Chintan Thakkar introduced Fintellect, a personal finance app with MVP completed.
- Sundaresan R shared his transition from corporate GM to starting a new company.
- Jenish Kalathiya is building an LLM for coding purposes.
- Tanu Gupta discussed HumanFactor, a social enterprise for disability inclusion seeking pre-seed funding.
- Bimal Poudel and Chitra Poudel introduced Barnaa, a wellness beverage brand
- Shweta is launching AI-powered B2B and B2C products.
- Abhishek Bommasamudram is seeking investors for PMS, mutual funds.
- Giridhar Shenoy introduced Bottom Pro, creating automated coffee kiosks.
- Aishwarya of IdealTummy, a lactose-free gut health platform seeking pre-seed funding.
Fundraising Success Stories
Few members shared successful fundraising methods including attending international summits and joining verified investor clubs, and outlined strategies like outperforming competitors and leveraging distribution strength using Crunchbase.
Failure Lessons and Learning
One member shared their failures in 4 earlier ventures, emphasizing customer needs and proper marketing execution. Another member discussed restaurant failure during COVID, highlighting timing and team building importance. The next community session is scheduled for August 27th to continue fostering connections among founders and investors.
Make a difference
I supported few startups by purchasing their products. I am really looking forward to see Barnaa Teas in the next Shark Tank. The whole point of life is to serve a purpose. Make a difference in someone's life and to be honorable! Make a small difference supporting small and local business.
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