Krystal Ventures Studio

Krystal Ventures Studio brings meticulously curated startups shortlisted based on well-researched thesis, by an independent investment committee to a select group of investors, providing them a ring-side view of investing in startups as an asset class. The promoters of R&D capital bring world-class experience in wealth management, financial advisory, investment banking, and business management. As our motto goes - ‘Success with Clarity’ brings together qualitative and quantitative parameters of an investment outcome, both in terms of exits and returns. Our ‘Studio’ is a platform that connects the startups' needs and investor’s interests. Krystal Venture Studio: Startups that are part of Krystal Ventures Studio cohorts get customized advisory programs along with capital-seeking opportunities. These startups are early-stage startups that benefit from ‘value capital’ that helps them cross the early stage and be prepared for an institutional (read Venture Capital) fundraise. Pre-investment curation includes investment readiness before starting a funding round. Post-investment contributions by Angels Beyond Capital who act as mentors and advisors, gain market access, growth advisory, and insights from experienced and willing investor-advisors. Startups that participate in the Krystal Venture Studio get access to investors: a) Well structured post investment advisory program b) Global Market Access Program c) Downstream Investments

Rainmatter by Zerodha

We are a Rs 1000 crore perpetual fund backing founders working on helping Indians build their wealth and health. We are a perpetual fund and bring in patient capital without any active exit mandates. Rainmatter is an initiative by Zerodha.

Mela Ventures

Mela Ventures is a technology fund with an Enterprise Focus. We operate in the B2B segment across sectors. We’re looking for Early Stage Opportunities. We get in at the right time and help our portfolio companies scale up. We believe Technology is a Strong Moat. We’re looking for differentiated, hard-to-replicate solutions, driven by tech. We place significant emphasis on Category Creators. We believe in Sustained Returns for all members of the ecosystem.

8i Ventures

8i is a Mumbai & Bangalore based early stage fund that backs founders creating fintech and consumer category leaders in India. Our partners have backed 50 seed to early stage startups over the last decade that have created more than $3B dollars of value for their shareholders. These include several category leaders like Slice, M2P, Kodo, Signzy, Easebuzz, Blue Tokai, Carwale.com, HCG Global (NSE: HCG), EzeTap and MoneyTap amongst others.

Peak Sustainability Ventures

Pioneering early-stage sustainability investing in India.