The Circle: Founders Club (The Circle FC) has ended its second K-Startup Centre India programme. A batch of ten creative South Korean startups from the health tech, HR tech, SaaS, and travel tech verticals were supported by the business accelerator.
After four months of intense labour and dedication, the Demo Day brought together around fifteen investors who were eager to learn more about the newest venture in the startup scene.
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“The KSC India 2023 Demo Day was not just a showcase of innovation; but a celebration of the enduring collaboration between South Korea and India. These startups exemplified the spirit of entrepreneurship that knows no borders, and today, we witness the convergence of vision and opportunity on this stage,” said Rajiv Bathla, CEO of The Circle, in a statement.
The startups completed 18 memorandums of understanding, 500+ hours of mentorship, 200+ one-on-one meetings, registered 7 companies, established local offices, and took part in over ten exclusive events during the 4-month programme, as reported The Economic Times.
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“As India is poised to become the 3rd largest economy by 2030, the coming years are going to bring the golden era of cross-border collaboration and partnership for innovation and sustainable growth. At The Circle FC, we’re not just fostering businesses; we’re building an ecosystem that strengthens ties, fosters cross-cultural understanding and propels the shared vision of global entrepreneurship,” said Nemesisa Ujjain, VP – Innovation, The Circle FC.
This four-month adventure has been nothing short of amazing, full with discoveries and life lessons.
About The Circle Founders Club
The Founders Club’s mission is to help early-stage entrepreneurs create businesses that can grow. By keeping entrepreneurs at the centre, they make use of all the various pillars that are vital to the expansion of a firm. The accelerator is centred around five key areas: Corporate Innovation, Business Services, Global Access, Mentorship, and Funding.
