Co-organized by Steamhouse India and presented by Ayani Lab Grown Diamond Jewellery, the summit will feature over 20,000 participants, 300+ startup founders, 100+ VCs, 500+ investors and renowned industry speakers.

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 12: IVY Growth Associates, a leading venture capital firm and startup ecosystem enabler, will host the 3rd edition of its flagship event, 21BY72, at Awadh Utopia, Surat on June 15 and 16. Collaboration with Steam House and Ayani Lab Grown Diamond Jewellery. The event aims to put Diamond City on the global startup ecosystem map.

The event will be one of the largest startup summits in the country with over 20,000 participants, over 200 startup founders, over 600 investors and industry leaders.It will provide an exceptional platform for networking, learning and collaboration. Gujarat BJP president and Union minister CR Patil will be the chief guest at the summit, and Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi will be the guest of honour.

Prateek Tosniwal, chartered accountant and investor, said, “The 3rd 21BY72 Startup Summit will see participation from over 20,000 people compared to last year’s 16,000, and will play an even bigger role in strengthening the startup ecosystem in Gujarat and India. Leading names from the world of investing, renowned serial entrepreneurs and investors will be there to share their expertise and insights on the latest trends in technology, business and entrepreneurship.

Anupam Mittal, founder of shaadi.com and Shark Tank judge, Raj Shamani, founder of Figuring Out and House of Prominent India and founder of Wow Skin Science, Manish Choudhary are among the notable participants.With the presence of over 100 venture capital funds and 500 angel investors, the summit will provide an unmatched opportunity for startups to showcase their offerings and pitch their ideas to top investors. The event will include panel discussions, insightful keynote speeches and interactive workshops, empowering entrepreneurs with valuable knowledge, meaningful connections and opportunities to grow.

Rachit Poddar, Co-Founder, IVY Growth Associates said, “One of the highlights of the summit is the Trailblazer Mine, a live pitching and fundraising event for startups, where selected startups get a chance to pitch their ideas in front of esteemed investors. will get." Consultants and industry leaders. Additionally, around 100 startups will showcase their innovative products and services and showcase their offerings to investors and partners.,

IVY Growth Associates is on a mission to put Surat on the global startup ecosystem map by connecting startups with investors from India, UAE, UK and US. With 21BY72, it has created a platform to accelerate entrepreneurship, boost the economy and employment, and promote angel investment across India.

In less than three years, IVY Growth Associates and its network have invested Rs.100 in over 100 growth-stage startups across sectors. The capital deployed from its funds and syndicated funds is over Rs 20 crore. 80 crores from its network. It has invested in startups across various sectors such as renewable energy, protective farming, edtech and direct-to-consumer brands, and is also focusing on fintech, agritech, D2C, cleantech, SaaS and EVs.Some of the successful startups in its portfolio include Imtoroad, RuPay, ZapFresh, Zip Electric and BlueSmart.

IVY Growth has also launched SEBI-registered Category 1 AIF venture capital fund, Arigato Capital, to raise Rs. Rs 250 crore to further boost its ability to fund promising startups. As part of its expansion strategy, it is creating a global corridor that connects angel investors and startups, with a special focus on the Middle East, the US and Europe.

IVY Growth Associates invites the entire startup ecosystem to join the 21BY72 Startup Summit and contribute in making Surat the next startup hub of India..