Favcy VB Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Founders
Table of Contents
- 1. Favcy VB Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Founders
- 2. A Decade of Venture Building Excellence: Favcy VB Summit 2025
- 3. Live Pitches and Funding Commitments: spotlight on Innovation
- 4. Democratizing Access to Venture Building
- 5. Cutting-Edge Gen AI Platforms: Empowering Founders at Every Stage
- 6. Looking Ahead: Building the Future of Entrepreneurship
- 7. what role do you think technology, notably Gen AI, will play in shaping the future of entrepreneurship?
- 8. favcy VB Celebrates 10 Years: An Interview with Pranav Chaturvedi
- 9. A Decade of Impact: Reflecting on Favcy VB’s Journey
- 10. Building unicorns: Favcy VB’s Structured Approach
- 11. Democratizing Access: Empowering a Wider Range of Founders
- 12. Gen AI: Shaping the Future of Entrepreneurship
A Decade of Venture Building Excellence: Favcy VB Summit 2025
favcy Venture Builders (Favcy VB) marked a significant milestone recently by celebrating its 10th anniversary with the Favcy VB Summit 2025.Held at the prestigious bharat Mandapam, the summit brought together a distinguished gathering of over 150 venture capitalists, investors, and more than 30 founders from Favcy VB’s impressive portfolio.
The summit attracted prominent players in the venture capital landscape, including renowned investment firms like AWE Funds, stanford Alumni Fund, She Capital, Anay Ventures, and the vineeta Surana Family Office, among others. Angel investors from Favcy VB’s 1stCheque network and government representatives from organizations such as MeitY and iStart Rajasthan were also present, showcasing the collaborative spirit that drives India’s burgeoning startup ecosystem.
“Over the past decade, we’ve refined venture building into a science, ensuring startups have a strong foundation from day one. This is the future of entrepreneurship. The next unicorns won’t just be discovered; they’ll be built,” said Pranav Chaturvedi, Founding Partner & MD of Favcy VB, highlighting the company’s commitment to structured and strategic startup development.
Live Pitches and Funding Commitments: spotlight on Innovation
The summit featured engaging live pitches from 33 founders across diverse sectors,including AI,SaaS,D2C,deeptech,and sportstech. The pitches showcased the innovative ideas and disruptive potential of these emerging businesses. Some notable startups included Serri, a Gen AI product startup, and Maity’s, an elder care services venture.
A significant outcome of the summit was the securing of funding commitments worth over Rs 40 crore by several startups, attracting participation from leading VC firms and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) such as AWE Funds, Good Capital, and IIM A Ventures. This demonstrated the strong investor confidence in Favcy VB’s carefully curated portfolio of high-growth ventures.
“Favcy VB’s structured approach de-risks early-stage investing and ensures scalable success. The portfolio we saw today is a testament to their model,” remarked seema Chaturvedi, Managing Partner, AWE Funds, underscoring the effectiveness of Favcy VB’s venture building methodology.
Democratizing Access to Venture Building
A highlight of the summit was the 1to10 Demo Day, a platform were first-time investors actively participated in shaping the future of India’s startup ecosystem. This initiative aligns perfectly with Favcy VB’s mission to democratize access to venture building and early-stage investing, empowering a wider range of individuals to contribute to the success of promising startups.
Cutting-Edge Gen AI Platforms: Empowering Founders at Every Stage
The summit also showcased Favcy VB’s cutting-edge Gen AI platforms—Favcy Navigator and Startup Nalanda—designed to provide founders with valuable tools and resources at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey. These platforms leverage the power of artificial intelligence to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and accelerate growth.
Looking Ahead: Building the Future of Entrepreneurship
Favcy VB remains dedicated to its mission of empowering 10,000 founders and transforming high-potential ideas into scalable, investor-ready businesses. By combining a structured approach to venture building with innovative technologies like Gen AI, Favcy VB is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of entrepreneurship in India and beyond.
what role do you think technology, notably Gen AI, will play in shaping the future of entrepreneurship?
Favcy Venture Builders (Favcy VB) recently celebrated its 10th anniversary with the Favcy VB Summit 2025, marking a decade of empowering founders. Archyde caught up with Pranav Chaturvedi, Founding Partner & MD of Favcy VB, to discuss the summit’s highlights, Favcy VB’s unique approach to venture building, and the future of entrepreneurship.
A Decade of Impact: Reflecting on Favcy VB’s Journey
Pranav, congratulations on reaching this significant milestone! What are some key takeaways from the Favcy VB Summit 2025?
“Thank you! The summit was truly inspiring. Seeing the energy, innovation, and collaborative spirit among investors, founders, and mentors was unbelievable. it solidified our belief that Favcy VB’s structured approach to venture building is resonating deeply with the ecosystem.The funding commitments secured by our portfolio companies demonstrate the confidence investors have in the businesses we’re nurturing.”
Building unicorns: Favcy VB’s Structured Approach
Favcy VB’s approach to venture building seems quite distinct. can you elaborate on what sets it apart?
“Absolutely. We’ve refined venture building into a science, ensuring startups have a robust foundation from day one. It’s not just about funding; it’s about providing founders with the strategic guidance,operational expertise,and mentorship they need to navigate the complexities of scaling a buisness. The next unicorns won’t just be discovered; they’ll be built, and Favcy VB is committed to leading that charge.”
Democratizing Access: Empowering a Wider Range of Founders
One notable aspect of the summit was the 1to10 Demo Day. How does Favcy VB aim to democratize access to venture building?
“Our mission is to empower 10,000 founders. The 1to10 Demo Day is a crucial step towards achieving that. It provides a platform for first-time investors to actively participate in shaping the future of India’s startup ecosystem. We believe everyone should have the chance to contribute to building successful businesses, nonetheless of their background or experience.”
Gen AI: Shaping the Future of Entrepreneurship
Favcy VB’s Gen AI platforms, Favcy Navigator and Startup Nalanda, seem particularly innovative. How are these tools empowering founders?
“Gen AI is revolutionizing entrepreneurship.Our platforms leverage the power of AI to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and accelerate growth. Favcy Navigator provides founders with personalized insights and guidance, while Startup Nalanda offers a comprehensive suite of tools to manage every aspect of their venture.these platforms are designed to equip founders with the resources they need to succeed in today’s dynamic landscape.”
Looking ahead, what are Favcy VB’s aspirations for the future?
“Our vision is to continue empowering 10,000 founders, transforming high-potential ideas into scalable, investor-ready businesses. We’ll continue to innovate, leveraging technology like Gen AI to provide founders with the tools and support they need to thrive. Ultimately, we want to contribute to a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in India and beyond, where innovation flourishes, and groundbreaking businesses emerge.”
Question for our readers: What role do you think technology, particularly Gen AI, will play in shaping the future of entrepreneurship?
