Meet Our Investors

  • Rohit Gajbhiye, Co-Founder & CEO of LEO1

    Rohit Gajbhiye

    Co-Founder & CEO

  • Shyamal Saxena, Founder of dili (dilinow.com)

    Shyamal Saxena

    Founder

  • Naveesh Reddy, Co-Founder & COO of LEO1

    Naveesh Reddy

    Co-Founder & COO

  • Davang Raja, Founder of Venture Wolf

    Davang Raja

    Founder

  • Mukul Dhall, Co-Founder & CEO of Smart School

    Mukul Dhall

    Co-Founder & CEO

The Platform

About EGN Investor Pitch

EGN Investor Pitch is a dedicated start-up pitching platform at EGN Connect X 2026, designed to bring entrepreneurs and investors together in one focused forum. Start-ups from any industry or sector can apply for an opportunity to present their business directly to investors, strategic partners and business leaders.

Selected start-ups will receive a 10-minute pitch slot to present their vision, solution, market opportunity, business model, traction, growth potential and funding requirement.

The platform is designed to create opportunities for investor conversations, strategic connections, mentorship and potential funding.

Why It Matters

The Opportunity

EGN Investor Pitch creates a bridge between ambitious founders and the investment ecosystem. It provides a curated stage for start-ups looking to raise capital, expand their networks, find strategic partners or gain valuable feedback from experienced investors.

The platform is sector-agnostic and welcomes innovative businesses across technology, consumer products, healthcare, finance, sustainability, manufacturing, services, education, AI, SaaS and other emerging or established sectors.

Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

  • Start-ups and emerging businesses from any industry or sector.

  • Early-stage ventures seeking their first institutional or strategic investment.

  • Growth-stage companies looking to raise capital for expansion.

  • Innovative businesses with scalable products, services or technology.

  • Start-ups seeking strategic investors, partnerships, market access or mentorship.

  • Founders with a clear business model, market opportunity and growth vision.

At a Glance

Pitch Format

Pitch Time
10 minutes per selected start-up
Presenter
Founder / Co-founder / authorised senior representative
Pitch Format
Live presentation to an investor and business audience
Investor Interaction
Questions, feedback and discussion following the pitch
Core Focus
Problem, solution, market, business model, traction, team and funding ask
Potential Outcome
Investor introductions, strategic connections and potential funding discussions

Make Every Minute Count

Suggested 10-Minute Pitch Structure

  1. 1 min

    The Problem

    What significant problem or opportunity are you addressing?

  2. 2 min

    The Solution

    Explain your product, service or technology and how it works.

  3. 2 min

    Market Opportunity

    Define your target customer, market size and growth opportunity.

  4. 2 min

    Traction & Business Model

    Share customers, revenue, growth, partnerships or other relevant proof points.

  5. 1 min

    Competitive Advantage

    Explain what differentiates your business and why it can scale.

  6. 1 min

    Team

    Introduce the founders and key leadership capabilities.

  7. 1 min

    Funding Ask

    State the amount being raised, proposed use of funds and key milestones.

Who You Will Meet

Investor Audience

EGN Investor Pitch can bring together a diverse investor and business audience, including:

  • Venture Capital Funds
  • Private Equity Funds
  • Angel Investors
  • Family Offices
  • High-Net-Worth Investors
  • Corporate / Strategic Investors
  • Investment Networks and Platforms
  • Business Leaders and Strategic Partners

Any Industry

Open Across Sectors

EGN Investor Pitch is intentionally sector-agnostic. The platform is not restricted to education or technology businesses. Start-ups from diverse industries are encouraged to showcase innovative ideas, scalable business models and strong growth potential.

  • Technology & SaaS
  • AI & Emerging Technologies
  • Healthcare & Wellness
  • FinTech & Financial Services
  • Consumer Brands & D2C
  • Manufacturing & Industrial Solutions
  • Sustainability & Climate Solutions
  • Mobility & Logistics
  • Education & Learning
  • Professional & Business Services
  • Media, Creative & Entertainment
  • Other Emerging Sectors

The Upside

What Start-ups Gain

  • A dedicated 10-minute opportunity to pitch directly to investors.

  • Visibility among investors, business leaders and potential strategic partners.

  • Opportunity to receive investor feedback and insights.

  • Potential introductions for funding and strategic partnerships.

  • Networking with entrepreneurs, investors and senior decision-makers.

  • Opportunity to build relationships beyond the pitch and explore future collaboration.

  • A platform to communicate the company's vision, traction and growth story.

From Application to Stage

Suggested Selection Process

  1. 1

    Application

    Start-ups submit a company profile, pitch deck and funding requirement.

  2. 2

    Screening

    Applications are reviewed for innovation, business potential, scalability, traction and clarity of the opportunity.

  3. 3

    Shortlisting

    Selected start-ups are invited to participate in the live Investor Pitch.

  4. 4

    Pitch Day

    Each selected start-up receives a 10-minute presentation slot.

  5. 5

    Investor Connect

    Interested investors can continue discussions with founders after the pitch.

What to Prepare

Suggested Pitch Deck Requirements

  1. 01 Company / Start-up Overview
  2. 02 Problem or Market Opportunity
  3. 03 Product / Solution
  4. 04 Target Customer
  5. 05 Market Size & Growth Opportunity
  6. 06 Business Model
  7. 07 Traction & Key Metrics
  8. 08 Go-to-Market Strategy
  9. 09 Competitive Landscape
  10. 10 Founding Team
  11. 11 Funding Requirement
  12. 12 Use of Funds & Growth Milestones

EGN Connect X Integration

EGN Investor Pitch will be a dedicated component of EGN Connect X 2026, adding an investment and entrepreneurship dimension to the larger business and leadership ecosystem.

While EGN Connect X brings together leaders from the education and business ecosystem, the Investor Pitch itself is open to start-ups across sectors. This creates an opportunity for founders to connect not only with investors, but also with potential customers, strategic partners, corporate leaders and ecosystem stakeholders attending the event.

Proposed Positioning

EGN Investor Pitch — 10 Minutes. One Powerful Idea. One Opportunity to Unlock Capital.

Core Promise: Pitch your innovation. Meet investors. Open doors to funding and growth.

For Founders

Key Message for Start-ups

Have a business with the potential to grow? EGN Investor Pitch gives selected founders a focused stage to present their vision, demonstrate their potential and connect with investors who are looking for the next generation of high-potential businesses.

Pitch Your Start-up

Event Context

EGN Connect X 2026

Next Generation International Education Expo and Conference

3–4 November 2026
Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), NESCO, Goregaon, Mumbai

Interested in pitching or attending EGN Investor Pitch? Contact [email protected].

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