TechStart: Visionet’s Premier Platform for Startups and Industry Experts

Visionet Systems Inc., a leading technology services provider, is excited to announce this year’s TechStart, a platform uniquely designed to foster innovation and collaboration between startups and seasoned industry professionals.

In partnership with Zamstars Management Services as the Knowledge Partner and the BCIC (Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce), DERBI Foundation and TiE Bangalore as Ecosystem Partners, TechStart aims to bring together various startups to collaboratively develop innovative solutions towards addressing industry challenges. TechStart is inviting startups working in the domains of HealthTech, FinTech, InsurTech, and RetailTech to present their solutions and products.

These participating startups will be evaluated by an esteemed jury comprising industry leaders Ravindra Krishnapp, General Partner at July Ventures, Vijetha Shastry, a renowned Startup Evangelist, Dr. Lakshmi Jagannathan, CEO at DERBI Foundation, and Subhash Gaitonde, Head of India and LaaS.

Winners of TechStart will have the opportunity to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Visionet and receive mentorship, guidance and governance from Visionet, along with access to the company’s global customer base, which will open doors to new markets and opportunities and help them scale their businesses.

“TechStart is one of the most pivotal streams within VisionTechFest, an annual event that brings together industry, startups and the student community, and we’re thrilled to witness the enthusiasm and creativity that today’s young minds are pouring into their projects. This is designed to be a forum for innovation, and we eagerly anticipate the remarkable solutions that will emerge,” said Sandeep Agarwal, Executive Vice President, Digital Business Services, Visionet Systems Inc. “We are committed to providing the winning teams with the guidance and support they need to transform their ideas into real, impactful products and solutions. At Visionet, we firmly believe in nurturing these innovations, and TechStart embodies our dedication to fostering the next generation of tech leaders,” he added. 

“Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) is delighted to partner with Visionet Systems Inc. for TechStart 2023. This initiative exemplifies the power of collaboration between startups and industry veterans. Through TechStart, part of VisionTechFest 2023, we aspire to nurture the next generation of technology-driven solutions that will drive innovation and change the face of industries like Health Tech, FinTech, InsurTech, and Retail Tech. Together, we aim to provide startups with the support and resources they need to thrive in the dynamic tech industry,” said Manas Dasgupta, Chairperson, IT Expert Committee, BCIC and CEO, Tecksands.ai.

“The DERBI Foundation is proud to join hands with Visionet Systems Inc. for TechStart 2023. Our mission has always been to empower startups and entrepreneurs, and this partnership is a significant step towards achieving that goal. Together, we look forward to supporting and catalyzing innovation in critical domains, ultimately contributing to the advancement of technology and society,” said Dr. Lakshmi Jagannathan, CEO, DERBI Foundation.

“VisionTechFest 2023 represents a significant step forward in our efforts to foster an environment of innovation and collaboration in the technology ecosystem. It brings together various stakeholders in the tech field, such as students, startups, and industry professionals, and gives them a powerful platform to collaborate, learn, and drive technological advancements,” said Sivaram Kuppachi, CEO, Zamstars Management Services, who are the Knowledge Partner at VisionTechFest through their initiative ZPOD, which is a growth hub that helps in accelerating GTM for startups. “We, at Zamstars, believe in the power of synergy and feel that this event will be a great amalgamation of new perspectives, experience, and expertise. We look forward to witnessing the innovative ideas and solutions that will unfold at the event and empower the next generation of tech leaders,” he added.

Startups interested in participating can get detailed information about the application process, jury, timelines, and more, at http://bit.ly/3ETpCs9. They are encouraged to register by October 9, 2023, at bit.ly/visiontechstart.

An integral part of VisionTechFest 2023, TechStart promises to be a dynamic and collaborative platform where startups merge innovation with industry expertise, driving entrepreneurial growth and reshaping industries.