
Focus Group Discussion
Sit down with people who matter — domain experts, mentors, investors, and sometimes even potential customers.
Ask them anything: fundraising, hiring, global expansion, pricing models, or just “how do I not burn out?”

Founders · Funders · Global ecosystems
We connect visionary founders & funders with global networks and ecosystems that accelerate growth.
Upcoming delegation
Join a curated international delegation of 20–30 leaders from India, Europe and the United States for a three-day roundtable experience in Lecco / Lake Como, Italy, alongside AIMLSystems 2026.
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Funders Founders delegation to engage North American leaders across Boston, New York & Toronto (US East Coast) featuring the 26th edition of TiECON East.
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Upcoming delegation
Banking & Wealth Leaders delegation to engage Innovators in Singapore alongside the 11th Singapore FinTech Festival at Singapore EXPO.
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Upcoming delegation
Funders Founders World delegation to Manufacturing & Enterprise Business Hub in Chonburi District, Thailand, visiting Wisdom Valley & Tomorrowland Thailand.
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What’s in it for you?
Direct access to investors, industry leaders, and high-impact partners.
Engage with domain experts to refine your strategy.
Get access to top-tier events and global investor forums.
Formats

Sit down with people who matter — domain experts, mentors, investors, and sometimes even potential customers.
Ask them anything: fundraising, hiring, global expansion, pricing models, or just “how do I not burn out?”

You’ve built something great — but is it usable, scalable, fundable?
We’ll break it down with you (constructively!) and give you clear, actionable suggestions. Think of it as a friendly reality check before your next big pitch.

Your pitch deck isn’t just slides — it’s your startup’s first impression.
We’ll help you refine your narrative, sharpen your storytelling, and review your deck slide by slide with expert eyes.
Who is this for?
Previous editions
Check out our previous editions across Asia, the Middle East and beyond.
Hosted at IIT Madras, brought together founders, CXOs, investors, industry experts, healthcare leaders and ecosystem stakeholders for an afternoon of thought leadership, business conversations and curated networking.

A curated CEEDS experience bringing together leaders and ecosystem stakeholders to explore sustainability, green innovation and the role of intelligence in creating more regenerative futures. The retreat focused on meaningful conversations, reflection and collaboration, creating space for participants to move beyond discussion and identify actionable ideas for sustainable impact.

The summit brought together enterprise CXOs, OEMs, and founders to explore AI adoption, mobility innovation, and cross-border growth through curated roundtables and high-impact business connects.

EIS Bali 2025 brought together a powerful community of innovators, founders, funders, and changemakers from across the globe. As we continue driving purpose-driven innovation, explore the highlights from this unforgettable summit in paradise.

Top picks are featured during GITEX Global Tech Week, in collaboration with IGNYTE (Govt of Dubai). You’ll be among startups from 100+ countries, pitching to investors, corporates, and governments.

Our delegation at Singapore FinTech Festival 2025.


FAQ
We take your product (or MVP) apart—strategically. UX, messaging, pricing, positioning—we analyze how it’s perceived and used, and suggest actionable improvements to sharpen your edge.
A prep session for founders is an intensive mentorship and workshop experience where founders work closely with expert mentors and domain specialists to refine and perfect their pitches, ensuring they are investor-ready and market-aligned.
Feedback comes from carefully chosen experts across product, marketing, UX, and funding. It’s candid, constructive, and personalized to help you move the needle.
It’s a hands-on workshop where we fine-tune your pitch deck, sharpen your narrative, and teach you how to tell your story so that investors get it—fast. You’ll walk away with clarity and confidence.
We’ll run both formats. The key in-person events are in Singapore (Switch 2025) and Dubai (Gitex, Early October). We also host virtual warm-up or follow-up sessions to keep the momentum going.
There may be a nominal fee or sponsorship depending on your stage and track. Once you apply, our team will share a personalized plan with you.
Access. Visibility. Global exposure. You’ll meet investors, strategic partners, and accelerators, plus have a chance to plug into one of the fastest-growing startup ecosystems in the world.
Scroll up, hit the “Apply” button, and register for a delegate pass. Our team will get in touch with you within 24hrs with next steps.
Next stop
Talk to our team about the right track for your stage, or browse the highlights from past editions.