Indian-based health care startup Varco® Leg Care has successfully raised an undisclosed amount in a seed round of funding led by former CEO of Hindustan Coca-Cola, Neeraj Garg. Other prominent investors include Dr. Mohit Lalvani from Mascot Spincontrol India Pvt Ltd, a renowned medical consultant,
Investing can be tricky if you aren’t well-versed in finance. Sometimes you might do really well and in other cases, you might lose it all because you didn’t pick the right stock. But you know, there is one kind of investment that always pays off: an investment in yourself. This is precisely why people spend a lot of money on their education even if they have to take out big loans.
As an entrepreneur, one of the critical decisions you must make for your business is finding a startup accelerator program to enroll in. In a world with over 3,000 accelerator programs, finding the right one to support your startup’s growth can be challenging.
As a business owner, one of your primary goals is likely to maximize profits and minimize expenses. However, cutting costs can be easier said than done. Costco, a retail giant, is a great example of a business that has mastered the art of cost-saving. For starters, the retailer barely spends on advertising and PR.
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with a groundbreaking idea, but struggling to secure funding? Look no further than crowdfunding. This innovative funding method has emerged as a game-changing way for entrepreneurs and inventors to raise funds and bring their ideas to fruition. It is a powerful tool that allows creators to collect smaller contributions from a wider audience and reach their funding goals.
In times of economic uncertainty, layoffs are often an unfortunate necessity, causing great emotional distress for both the employer and employees. However, there are some instances where corporate leaders have demonstrated genuine compassion towards their employees by taking bold steps, such as accepting pay cuts or even forgoing their salaries altogether.
The Indian startup industry has been on a wild ride for the last few years, with layoffs and hiring freezes blanketing the tech sector. A CIEL HR Services report shows a 44% decrease in new employment during October to December 2022 compared to January to March.
In 1988, Gautam Adani, a school dropout, launched Adani Enterprises. The primary focus of the conglomerate’s portfolio remained transport and energy, then expanded to mining, airports and more. Adani was so successful in the venture that last year, he was crowned the richest man in Asia and the third richest worldwide, with US$120 billion to his name.
As much as we believe ourselves to be an evolved society that no longer conducts discriminatory practices, racism finds its way into different aspects of our lives. Yes, even in the business world, especially in the United States.
Starting a new business can be an exciting and challenging endeavor, with securing funding being one of the biggest obstacles. Traditional funding options, such as venture capital and angel investing, can be time-consuming, especially for new and untested businesses. In such cases, self-funding, or “bootstrapping”, might be a viable option.
The technology industry has been a driving force in shaping the global economy for decades and the initial public offerings (IPOs) of technology companies are often highly-anticipated events. In 2022, the tech IPO market saw a slowdown compared to the previous year, 2021.
Succeeding in the business world is certainly challenging. Not only do you need to have a steady flow of capital to keep the business running, but you also require guidance on how to grow at a steady pace. The best way to access this guidance is by enrolling in an accelerator.
FinTech startups are on the rise nowadays. Thanks to innovative technologies like blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI), it’s easier than ever to revolutionize the finance sector. However, getting a FinTech startup off the ground is far from simple. It requires immense amounts of research and planning in order to be properly ready for launch.
India is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and speedily emerging FinTech hubs. As of June 2022, the country had around 4,200 FinTech startups, 17 of which were unicorns, i.e. companies that reached a valuation of US$1 billion without being listed on the stock market. In comparison, China is home to only 13 FinTech unicorns. There are many more Indian startups on the brink of the US$1 billion dream, dubbed “soonicorns”, a testament to India’s flourishing FinTech industry.
India is a hotbed of startup activity, and many Bollywood celebrities are investing in some of the most promising ventures. These investments not only provide much-needed capital to these budding businesses but also massive media exposure, which can go a long way in attracting other investors and customers. Let’s learn more about the following four celebrities who have been active investors in the Indian startup scene.
Whether it is by making their non-fungible tokens (NFTs) or by creating their cities, celebrities are taking up different ways of growing their ever-expanding network of enterprises. This is exactly why it came as no surprise when reality TV star turned businesswoman Kim Kardashian launched her venture capital firm earlier this month. Called SKKY Partners, Kim’s firm is the latest on the long list of celebrities to make enter the venture capital (VC) industry. Curious to know who the other top VC celebrities are? Here is a rundown of some of the biggest celebrities and their various investment ventures.