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YouTube Spotlight Feat. Startups : Next Generation Acquisitions with Google AI Search and YouTube [Mumbai Edition]

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Events/YouTube Spotlight Feat. Startups : Next Generation Acquisitions with Google AI Search and YouTube [Mumbai Edition]
by Yash Rajgarhia
startupsgoogleyoutubeai+6 more
Aug
26
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Mumbai, Maharashtra

Price

Free

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YouTube Spotlight Feat. Startups: Next Generation Acquisitions with Google AI Search and YouTube [Mumbai Edition]

The digital ecosystem is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditional growth strategies no longer suffice in an AI-centric world. Today, founders must look past standard customer acquisition and focus on maintaining relevance as search evolves into direct answers and discovery is driven by intelligence.

This exclusive flagship session, hosted at the Google office in Mumbai, is designed for founders pursuing rapid growth. It goes beyond a standard marketing presentation—it is a masterclass in establishing a distinct strategic advantage. As part of this first YouTube Spotlight cohort, participants will gain exclusive entry to the Google office for an immersive session focused on leveraging Google AI Search and YouTube for next-generation customer acquisition.

Why This Session Is Essential

Leading startups do more than adopt tools—they build on the foundational infrastructure that directs global user intent. In this focused, intimate gathering, we bypass industry noise to concentrate entirely on the essential drivers of actual growth:

  • Master the "Answer": Learn to navigate the transition from standard search to Generative Engine Optimization. Discover how to position your brand to be cited, trusted, and recommended by upcoming AI models.
  • Expand Your Vision via YouTube: Discover how to turn YouTube from a basic content platform into a robust full-funnel growth engine. Find out how to use creator-driven discovery to tap into high-intent demand at scale.
  • Architecting Your Growth: Go behind the scenes of the Google ecosystem. Learn how to embed sophisticated intelligence and planning tools into your company's core framework from the start, enabling a smooth transition from a growing startup to an efficient market leader.

Event Overview

  • Date: 26th August
  • Location: Google Office, Mumbai

Agenda

  • 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM | Welcome & Introductions (15 mins): Opening address and setting expectations for the YouTube Spotlight group.
  • 09:45 AM - 10:45 AM | AI in the Search Era (60 mins): Adapting to an AI-first ecosystem, understanding AI Overviews, and content positioning.
  • 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Building Content for YouTube (60 mins): An organic framework to expand search visibility, increase conversions, and establish a brand moat.
  • 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | Partnering with the Right Creators (30 mins): Approaches for effective collaboration and utilizing creator-led discovery.
  • 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM | Q&A & Closing (15 mins): Interactive Q&A for founders and final remarks prior to lunch.

Featured Speakers:

  • Anand Iyer - India Lead, Agency and PE/VC Growth Partnerships
  • Sahil Chopra - Senior Manager, PE/VC Growth Partnerships
  • Yash Rajgarhia - Senior Manager, PE/VC Growth Partnerships

Who Should Attend

The targeted participant profiles span a broad spectrum of the startup community, gathering innovators from both mature and nascent industries. This encompasses founders, growth strategists, and operators in Consumer Tech & Brands (including emerging challenger brands), FinTech, and Enterprise AI. This masterclass is designed for forward-looking leaders aiming to leverage search intelligence and YouTube to expand effectively and establish a resilient market presence.

This session is part of the YouTube Spotlight series, an initiative by Google to empower startups with the tools and insights needed to thrive in the AI-driven digital landscape. By participating, founders will gain actionable strategies to stay ahead of the curve and build a sustainable competitive advantage.

Aug
26
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Mumbai, Maharashtra

Price

Free

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