Growth Strategy Ventures
Growth Strategy Ventures
Growth Strategy Ventures LLP runs the GSV Accelerator, a three-month programme for founders, and the GSV Syndicate Fund, which sources early-stage deals.
GSV at a glance
| Full name | Growth Strategy Ventures |
|---|---|
| Established | 2021 |
| Address | Delhi, Delhi, India |
| Programmes | 2 standing programmes |
| Official website | www.gsvcorp.com |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Growth Strategy Ventures, separate from the funding calls above.
Neither programme lists intake dates. Ask the firm about the next intake before you plan around one.
GSV Accelerator
AcceleratorA three-month programme for founders validating their business ideas, with a Demo Day pitch to investors.
Best for: Ambitious founders validating their business ideas
- 3 months
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
GSV Accelerator is a three-month programme for ambitious founders who want to validate their business ideas. Participants learn in a supportive, collaborative group, and the programme ends with a chance to pitch to investors at Demo Day, where they receive feedback and exposure.
What you get
- Three months in a collaborative group of founders, with a chance to meet potential co-founders and collaborators
- A pitch to investors at Demo Day
- Business credits from the programme's partners
- Access to future GSV events
How to apply: Intake dates and fees are not listed, so ask the firm through its website before planning around a cohort.
A fund that sources early-stage deals through the firm's networks, covering very early-stage and relatively mature startups.
Best for: Startups with a proven MVP and a technology-driven approach to scaling
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The GSV Syndicate Fund sources early-stage deals through the firm's extensive networks. It focuses on a mix of very early-stage startups and those that are relatively mature.
Who can apply
- Startups offering disruptive solutions to clear customer pain points
- Startups with a proven minimum viable product (MVP)
- Startups with a technology-driven approach to scaling
How selection works: The firm describes its selection criteria as rigorous. It looks for the three points above.
How to apply: Apply now to be considered, or use the Contact Us page to learn more about becoming part of the fund.
How to apply to Growth Strategy Ventures
Choosing between the two routes
- The GSV Accelerator suits founders who want a three-month programme to validate a business idea, with a Demo Day pitch to investors.
- The GSV Syndicate Fund looks for startups with a proven minimum viable product and a technology-driven approach to scaling.
How applications work
- For the Syndicate Fund, apply now to be considered, or use the Contact Us page to learn more.
- For the Accelerator, intake dates are not listed, so ask the firm through its website before you plan around a cohort.
How selection works
- The fund describes its selection criteria as rigorous and looks for disruptive solutions to clear customer pain points.
Before you approach them
- Ask the firm directly about terms and the form of any investment before you engage.
About Growth Strategy Ventures
Growth Strategy Ventures LLP runs two programmes for startups: the GSV Accelerator, a three-month programme for founders validating their business ideas, and the GSV Syndicate Fund, which sources early-stage deals through the firm's networks. Its website also describes the firm as an advisory and services business, and both descriptions are set out below.
What the firm describes itself as
The firm's homepage describes it as an advisory and services firm focused on accelerating growth through capital raising, go-to-market strategy and marketing services. Its programme pages describe an accelerator and a fund. Both descriptions come from the firm's own website, and this listing does not choose between them.
The GSV Accelerator
The GSV Accelerator is a three-month programme for ambitious founders who want to validate their business ideas and move their startups forward. The programme is described as a supportive, collaborative environment, and founders in the group may meet potential co-founders or collaborators. Participants get a chance to pitch their ideas to investors at Demo Day, where they receive feedback and exposure. Participants are also offered business credits from the programme's partners, and they get access to future GSV events. Intake dates and fees are not listed, so ask the firm before planning around a cohort.
The GSV Syndicate Fund
The GSV Syndicate Fund sources early-stage deals through the firm's extensive networks. It focuses on a mix of very early-stage startups and those that are relatively mature. The firm describes its selection criteria as rigorous. It looks for startups offering disruptive solutions to clear customer pain points, with a proven minimum viable product and a technology-driven approach to scaling. Founders who want to be considered are asked to apply now, or to use the Contact Us page to learn more.
Who runs it
Co-founder Amita Karwal has over 35 years of experience in the media and communication services industry, according to the firm's About page.
How to apply
Founders can apply to the GSV Syndicate Fund now through the Contact Us page on the firm's website. For the GSV Accelerator, intake dates are not listed, so ask the firm through its website before planning around a cohort.
The team
Amita Karwal
Co-Founder
Frequently asked questions about Growth Strategy Ventures
What is the full form of GSV?
GSV stands for Growth Strategy Ventures.
What is Growth Strategy Ventures?
Growth Strategy Ventures is an accelerator based in Delhi, Delhi.
What does Growth Strategy Ventures do?
Growth Strategy Ventures LLP runs two programmes for startups: the GSV Accelerator, a three-month programme for founders validating their business ideas, and the GSV Syndicate Fund, which sources early-stage deals through the firm's networks.
Where is Growth Strategy Ventures located?
Growth Strategy Ventures is based in Delhi, Delhi, India.
What programs does Growth Strategy Ventures run?
Growth Strategy Ventures runs GSV Accelerator and GSV Syndicate Fund.
How do I apply to Growth Strategy Ventures?
- The GSV Accelerator suits founders who want a three-month programme to validate a business idea, with a Demo Day pitch to investors. - The GSV Syndicate Fund looks for startups with a proven minimum viable product and a technology-driven approach to scaling. - For the Syndicate Fund, apply now to be considered, or use the Contact Us page to learn more.
Who runs Growth Strategy Ventures?
Amita Karwal (Co-Founder).
When was Growth Strategy Ventures founded?
Growth Strategy Ventures was founded in 2021. It is an accelerator.
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