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Praroop Lodha

Praroop Lodha

Investment Professional , Samarthya Investments (Venture Capital Fund)

Career Advice Fundraising Pitch Deck Seed Funding
I am Praroop Lodha, an investment professional with a diverse background that reflects my unwavering commitment to excellence and a genuine passion for identifying and nurturing promising early and growth-stage startups. During my academic years at IIT Bombay, where I pursued civil engineering, I embarked on my investment journey through internships at distinguished venture capital funds and family offices such as Picus Capital, Sauce.VC, and Machani Group. My leadership skills took center stage when I served as the Head of Marketing at my college's Entrepreneurship Cell, Asia's Largest Student-Run Entrepreneurship Promoting body. I oversaw significant events and competitions at national and international scales, including the launch of the first NFT on campus and India's Biggest Virtual Stock Market Competition (with 10K+ participants). I represented my college at Expo 2020 in Dubai, scaled events to six countries in the GCC region, actively sourced investment opportunities for associated VC firms, and gained valuable insights into the global startup ecosystem, influencing my current investment strategies. At Samarthya, I manage investments across all sectors, with a particular focus on Deeptech, Cleantech, Healthtech, and Consumer. I actively engage in the entire deal acquisition process, from identifying opportunities and assessing them to conducting due diligence and making investments. Additionally, I provide ongoing support to our invested companies, overseeing investor relations and daily operations. Noteworthy contributions in multi-million dollar deals like Nutrifresh, Agnikul, Cab-E, and others underscore my significant impact within Samarthya's portfolio. A true baniya-Marwari, I find joy in exploring Rajasthani and Gujarati cuisines and engaging in discussions about traditional businesses on Sundays. Beyond work, my passions include travel, cricket (especially supporting RCB and Virat Kohli), and regularly delving into podcasts on business and economics.
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Anupam Pandey

Anupam Pandey

Lead - Urban Lifestyle (Investments & Acceleration) , Anthill Ventures

Idea Validation Fundraising Pitch Deck Go To Market Strategy Business Valuation
As a Program Manager at Anthill Ventures, I lead the Urban Lifestyle vertical, overseeing deal discovery, investment thesis development, and collaboration with family funds to support sustainable innovations and new product ideas. Additionally, I lead speed scaling initiatives to assist startups with market access, expansion, sales, distribution, and celebrity engagements. Previously, as an Analyst at CIE, IIIT Hyderabad, I managed investments, portfolio management, accelerator programs, and government relations for deep tech startups. Additionally, I was a Community Manager at Vruksh Ecosystem, where I strategically planned and executed workshops for grassroots entrepreneurs, prepared comprehensive reports and government proposals, and established a strong network of stakeholders, organizing pitching events in the SEA region. My Area of Expertise includes: Venture Capital investments/fundraising/deal evaluations Overview of Startups and Entrepreneurship Business Model Canvas Market Size Analysis Growth Strategies Pitch Deck Refinement GTM Strategy and Overall Strategy Idea Validation Branding Strategy Investment and Fundraise Design Thinking Team Building Networking and Relationship Building
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Vanshaj Arora

Vanshaj Arora

Entrepreneur | Freelance Developer | Digital Solutions Expert | Founder , BrandScout

Career Advice Business Automation Personal Branding Growth Strategy Digital Marketing

Hello! I’m an entrepreneur at heart with a passion for helping businesses grow through innovative and effective digital solutions. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with over 250 clients, bringing their visions to life and helping them succeed in the digital landscape.                                                                                                                                                   As an entrepreneur myself, I understand the challenges of building a brand from the ground up. That’s why I’m committed to providing solutions that not only look great but also deliver measurable results. Whether you’re launching a new venture or scaling an established business, I’m here to assist with everything from WordPress and Shopify development to managing impactful marketing campaigns.


Here’s what I enjoy working on: 
Designing and developing websites using WordPress and Shopify
Creating engaging UI/UX designs
Managing Meta ads and performance marketing campaigns
Overseeing social media management
Developing branding and creative strategies
Implementing search engine optimization techniques


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