ENT-certified premium open-ear headphone brand NG Earsafe has raised INR 1.06 Crore in a Seed Round led by Inflection Point Ventures.
The funds will be allocated to enhance brand and category awareness, expanding the brand's reach, and driving new product development. This strategic use of resources aims to strengthen NG EarSafe's market presence and introduce innovative offerings to cater to growing customer demand.
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NG EarSafe is headed by co-founders Meet Shah, who serves as the CEO (holding an MBA from NMIMS and bringing with him experience from Godrej), and Raj Shah, who holds the position of COO (with an MBA from RK University). They pool their knowledge in business management and operations to spearhead the expansion and advancement of the brand.
Mitesh Shah, Co-Founder of Inflection Point Ventures, says, “From young children to senior citizens, everyone owns a pair or two of earphones or headphones. This has led to a sharp rise in hearing loss and ear infections. NG Earsafe’s ENT-certified open-ear headphones not only prioritize ear health by eliminating ear pain and damage but also offer premium audio quality at a fair market price. What initially caught our attention was the unique certification, but it was the exceptional audio performance that ultimately convinced us to invest in the brand.”
With over 43,000 headphones sold, NG EarSafe has a strong D2C presence across leading marketplaces like Amazon and Flipkart. Additionally, it is available in 100+ retail stores across India, including major chains like Sangeetha and Phonewale, operating at an annual revenue run rate (ARR) of ₹10 crore.
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Meet Shah, Co-Founder & CEO of NG Earsafe, says, “WHO predicts that 1 in 4 people will face hearing problems by 2050. Our goal at NG EarSafe is to encourage a shift towards safer forms of listening, helping to reduce the forecasted hearing damage.”
NG EarSafe has achieved notable milestones, including being incubated at ISB I-Ventures in 2024 and recognized as a Gokwik Dynamic Disruptor brand the same year. The startup was a finalist at the Retail Startup Awards in 2022 and won 1st prize at Aakar, IIT Bombay in 2019. Additionally, NG EarSafe has consistently ranked among Amazon’s top 5 bestsellers in the open-ear headphones category.
About NG Earsafe
NG EarSafe is India’s 1st ENT Certified premium open ear headphone brand revolutionizing the way people experience audio with Open Ear Technologies founded in 2019 by Meet & Raj Shah
About Inflection Point Ventures and Physis Capital
Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) is a platform for angel investors, including over 18,000 CXOs, HNIs, and professionals, who come together to invest in startups. The firm provides financial and experiential support to new-age entrepreneurs and connects them with a diverse group of investors.
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