Innovation Exchange Program Feat. Investor of the Month, Archana Jahagirdar

Calling all startups across Asia looking to scale and succeed! Join us at the upcoming Innovation Exchange Program by AsiaTechDaily, featuring Archana Jahagirdar, a renown investor and founder of Rukam Capital. This exclusive event offers startups an opportunity to gain insights from one of India’s foremost venture capital leaders driving innovation and growth in the consumer and tech sectors.

Organizer: AsiaTechDaily
Event: Innovation Exchange Program
Guest: Archana Jahagirdar, Founder and Managing Partner, Rukam Capital
Date: 30th January 2025
Time: 1.30 PM IST | 4:00 PM SGT | 5:00 PM KST
Topic: Consumer Insights: What APAC Startups Need to Know About India’s Evolving Market

Our Guest

Archana Jahagirdar is the Founder and Managing Partner of Rukam Capital, an early-stage, consumer-focused venture capital firm driving innovation and creating impact across sectors. With investments in 18 companies, including Sleepy Owl, GoDesi, BECO, Pilgrim, and Curefoods, Archana has played a key role in shaping some of the most promising startups in India’s consumer and tech landscape.

As one of the few women founders of a venture capital fund globally, Archana has been recognized for her transformative contributions to the startup ecosystem. She has been featured among the ‘100 Women Entrepreneurs Building and Shaping India’ by Mint and listed as one of the ‘41 Women Torchbearers of India’s Startup Investment Space’ by Inc42.

Archana’s leadership extends beyond Rukam Capital, with her roles on India’s National Startup Advisory Council (NSAC) and as a key figure in organizing events like New Delhi Slush’d and Startup Makakumbh. Her experience, vision, and commitment to empowering startups make her an invaluable resource for founders seeking to scale across India and Asia.

Why You Should Attend This Event

1. Gain Insider Perspectives: Learn from Archana’s extensive experience in consumer-focused investing and discover how startups can navigate the evolving APAC market.
2. Explore Opportunities in India: Understand how startups across Asia can tap into India’s vibrant consumer and tech ecosystem.
3. Interactive Q&A: Connect directly with Archana in an engaging Q&A session, where you can ask questions and gain insights specific to your challenges.
4. Scaling with Purpose: Learn best practices for creating impactful brands that balance profitability with purpose.
5. Networking Opportunities: Meet like-minded entrepreneurs and investors from across Asia and expand your network within the regional startup ecosystem.