By Anirudh A Damani
The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.
In this episode of #DamaniTalks, we sit down with Kshitij Saxena, founder of AutoNinja and now General Partner at Relentless VC, a venture fund specializing in SaaS and B2B marketplace startups. Kshitij's journey is packed with insights, from starting his entrepreneurial journey with a gaming startup to creating AutoNinjaโa CRM tool for car dealerships, which was later acquired by ICICI Lombard.
In this episode of #DamaniTalks, we chat with Aditya Singh, co-founder of BookMyForex and managing partner at All-In Capital. Aditya shares his journey from building Indiaโs first online forex marketplace to transitioning into venture capital, offering insights for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Growing up in a traditional banking family, Aditya launched BookMyForex, revolutionizing how forex services were offered online. He discusses how he scaled the business, navigated capital challenges, and eventually exited through a sale to MakeMyTrip.
Post-MBA, Aditya entered the VC world, investing in over 30 startups before co-founding All In Capital. He explains the unique approach behind the fund, focusing on non-obvious founders and the importance of building lasting relationships with portfolio companies.
In This Episode, Youโll Learn:
How Aditya scaled BookMyForex and managed the challenges of a capital-heavy, low-margin business model.
His insights on venture debt, working capital, and how startups should (or shouldnโt) use debt, drawn from his time at Stride Ventures.
How All-In Capital uses a unique framework to identify both obvious and non-obvious founders and how theyโve built a unique venture partner network.
The importance of maintaining a work-life balance, and how fitness plays a crucial role in Adityaโs routine.
Why You Should Watch:
If youโre an aspiring entrepreneur, investor, or founder looking to learn from someone whoโs been on both sides of the table, Adityaโs story offers practical advice on everything from scaling businesses to managing investments. Learn from his experiences on scaling businesses, managing investments, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Gain valuable insights from one of Indiaโs rising venture capitalists and hear how heโs shaping the next generation of startups with All-In Capital!
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In this enlightening episode of #DamaniTalks, we explore the incredible journey of Deepak Daftari, a self-made millionaire in Indiaโs almost unknown domain name industry.
In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฐ๐๐ง๐ข, the dynamic Founding Partner at ๐๐ง๐ง๐จ๐๐๐ง ๐๐๐ฉ๐ข๐ญ๐๐ฅ, who has been instrumental in shaping India's venture capital and venture debt landscape. Tarana's journey from her beginnings in India to a thriving career on Wall Street and her subsequent return to India, becoming a pivotal figure in Indiaโs startup ecosystem, is a testament to her expertise and the global perspective she brings to the Indian startup scene.
Welcome to episode 56 of #DamaniTalks!
In this captivating episode of #DamaniTalks, I have the privilege of sitting down with Rahul Veerwal, the visionary CEO and founder of GetWork. GetWork, Indiaโs premier fresher hiring platform, is a testament to Rahul's unique journey. It connects talent from tier 2, 3, and 4 cities with top companies, a feat that was once unimaginable. Rahul shares the remarkable story of building GetWork, the hurdles they overcame, and their groundbreaking use of AI in revolutionizing the hiring process.
Welcome to Episode 54 of Damani Talks! Dive into an enlightening conversation with Abhishek Agarwal, Managing Partner at RockStud Capital, as we explore his journey from 2006 in the UK to becoming a trailblazer in the venture capital space.
In this Episode:
Join us for this riveting journey into the heart of startup challenges and investment strategies, a journey full of candid reflections and valuable lessons.
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This isnโt just a conversation; itโs a masterclass in venture capital and resilience.
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๐ Out Now: #Damanitalks Ep. 53 with Mohit Gulati, managing partner at ITI Growth Ventures!
๐ Mohit spills the beans on his life's rollercoaster ride ๐ข - from challenging norms to conquering the finance world ๐ผ.
Every minute is packed with raw, unscripted stories ๐ and hard-earned wisdom ๐ฆ that'll leave you inspired and motivated.
Catch this electrifying episode on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Google Podcast ๐ป.
๐ง This is an extraordinary adventure of learning and discovery! ๐ ๐ Get ready for a thrilling journey with the fire beneath ITI Growth Ventures. ๐
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๐ Welcome to an extraordinary journey in this latest episode of #DamaniTalks. We're honored to host Akshay Chaturvedi, the visionary CEO of LeverageEdu. In this episode, we delve deep into his life story, uncovering the motivations, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped his remarkable career.
As #DamaniTalks completes its 50th episode, we bring you a leading personality from the Fintech industry - ย Shinjini Kumar, Co-Founder of SALT (mysaltapp)
She had a 17-year stint with the RBI, ย Paytm Bank, and later led Citibank's consumer bank for India โ each role would make the holder proud โ a position that one would retire from.
Yet, she found herself a challenge that got her jumping into the founder role.
Key takeaways from this episode:
Shinjiniโs book recommendation:
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