Kumar partnering with Maruti Suzuki to deliver real investor engagement
DLabs at the Indian School of Business (ISB), in partnership with Maruti Suzuki Innovation, has launched FundRays, an Investment Readiness Programme designed to bridge the gap between promising startups and the investment ecosystem.
The specially curated programme recently got underway with 15 high-potential startups from the Maruti Suzuki Innovation Alumni network, representing indigenous deep-tech innovations. All the ventures were carefully selected through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by an expert committee.
Key highlights of the programme include:
• Structured Learning: Workshops on financial modelling, negotiations, scaling strategies, and sustainable business practices.
• Mentorship: Guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs, investors, and domain experts.
• Investor Access: Direct engagement with VC firms, angel networks, and corporate investors.
• Demo Day: A culminating showcase where startups pitch to a curated panel of investors, corporates, and ecosystem enablers.
“At DLabs, our mission is to equip entrepreneurs not only with skills but also with the strategic networks required to scale. Partnering with Maruti Suzuki enables us to deliver a high-impact programme combining hands-on learning with real investor engagement,” Saumya Kumar, CEO, DLabs and Director, ISB I-Venture, said 1 Sept.
Supported by the Department of Science and Technology, DLabs Incubator Association at the Indian School of Business (ISB) hosts a state-of-the-art space for entrepreneurs to interact, engage and collaborate with mentors, investors and academia. With the primary objective of strengthening entrepreneurship and fostering innovation among the young in India, including its student and alumni community, DLabs encourages creativity and innovation in a shared work environment amidst a healthy startup community. Fiinews.com
