z21 Ventures

earKART is revolutionizing India's audiological market with innovative solutions designed to enhance accessibility and efficiency. By deploying advanced testing machines in over 1350 clinics nationwide, earKART enables audiologists to conduct faster assessments, thereby increasing their daily patient capacity. This approach not only reduces testing time but also lowers operational costs, as clinic staff can operate the devices without the need for a dedicated audiologist. Moreover, EarKART's commitment to accessibility extends beyond clinics with at-home setups facilitated by experienced audiologists for personalized hearing aid fittings. Their upcoming patent application for merging medical device diagnostics with remote computing promises to establish the world's first remote diagnosis and programming audiology model, further democratizing access to audiological care. The leadership team, spearheaded by CEO and co-founder Rohit Misra, brings extensive industry-specific expertise to EarKART. Their collective vision aims to address the growing need for hearing support among underserved populations in India. As EarKART continues to grow, it remains dedicated to expanding its market presence and delivering essential audiological services to those in need. We at z21 Ventures are proud to invest in companies that revolutionize industries while creating positive social impact. EarKART has the potential to disrupt India's audiological market by offering efficient testing solutions that save time for audiologists and enable them to see more patients daily. Their cost-effective testing devices don't require dedicated audiologists to operate, expanding accessibility across 1350 clinics in India. This accessibility facilitates easier appointment bookings for patients seeking personalized hearing aid solutions, including convenient at-home setups with expert audiologists. Read about our approach and earKART's phenomenal journey in a detailed blog post attached in the first comment. #hearingloss #audiology #earcare #healthcare #socialimpact #innovation #hardware Jyotika Gupta Shivam Bhotika Shachi Shah Chirag Agarwal Sumair Khattar Raina Hirekatur Raj Shekhar Singh Anand Akela Abhinav Shashank Sudarshan Ravi Jha

Jyotika Gupta talking about Z21 Ventures on CNBC !!

We at Z21 Ventures champion investor involvement that goes beyond capital! Our GP, Raj Shekhar Singh, emphasizes the importance of providing a support system for founders, helping them accelerate growth. Jyotika Gupta Abhinav Shashank Anand Akela Shivam Bhotika Tony (Xiuyuan) Hu Shachi Shah Chirag Agarwal Raina Hirekatur Sumair Khattar

Thank you to everyone for joining the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur Founders/Operator/VC Mixer in San Francisco. The energy, insights and connections made it an unforgettable evening. Here are key takeaways from the fireside chat with Anshu Sharma and Abhinav Shashank, moderated by Raj Shekhar Singh on 'Building in India for the World' - The Power of Commitment: Success stems from a deep commitment to solving a specific problem. Convincing yourself that this problem is worth solving is crucial; everything else becomes secondary. - The Paradox of Conviction: To succeed, you need an intense belief in your vision, which should be both passionately irrational and rationally justified. This conviction can come from a strong belief in the market or mutual faith among co-founders. - The Art of Creation: Roll up your sleeves and bring your ideas to life. Build, ship, iterate. Be persistent in your pursuit and patient in your progress. - The Chemistry of Collaboration: Choose your cofounders wisely. Seek those who complement your strengths and challenge you to grow. - The Heart of Sales: Redefine selling as an act of empathy and problem-solving. Dive deep into the pain points of your customers with genuine curiosity. Build trust, connect human-to-human, and remember: you're not just selling a product—you're offering a solution that can change lives. - The Problem-Solver's Creed: Don't just build products; solve problems. Let this be your north star. When you align your efforts with real-world needs, you're not just creating a business—you're making a difference. Thank you Atal Agarwal and Jugal Anchalia for being the perfect co-hosts Thank you Sawyer Levy, Ella-Tamar Adhanan and Silicon Valley Bank for partnering with us. Let's continue to push boundaries and create extraordinary impact. z21 Ventures Jyotika Gupta Anand Akela Ankit Bhangar Shivam Bhotika Sumair Khattar Raina Hirekatur Chirag Agarwal #z21ventures #iitkgp #entrepreneurship #venturecapital

Early-stage VC z21 Ventures planning $40 million second fund Early-stage investment firm Z21 Ventures, which backs startups in India as well as those started by Indian-origin founders in the US, has fully deployed its first $5-million fund, and is planning to launch a second fund of $40 million, said one of its founders. Z21 Ventures was set up in 2022 by Abhinav Shashank, cofounder and CEO of healthcare focused software-as-a-service (SaaS) unicorn Innovaccer, and Raj Shekhar Singh, a former senior executive at Innovaccer. More details in this story by Pranav Mukul

We are thrilled to share that z21 Ventures, is gearing up to raise our second fund! This is a testament to the success of our unique operator-led investment approach. With our first fund, we set out to test a bold new model - investing in promising enterprise software and hardware startups, while providing them unparalleled access to our community of seasoned operators and leaders. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from our founders and limited partners has been inspiring. Now, with Fund II, we're ready to take this model to new heights. We'll increase our investment size, allowing us to double down on the most exceptional founders. We're creating an invested community of believers, united in our mission to empower founders with real-world expertise and unwavering support. We are incredibly excited about this next chapter 🚀 Thank you to our incredible founders for being part of this journey! Sanchit Garg Ganesh Pawar Vishrut Malhotra Karthik Thumu Sunny Sethi Rajasekhar Maddireddy Nalin Gupta Kapish Saraf Aayush Rai Mainak Sarkar Pritam Khan Deepak Goyal Manuraj Jain Rohit Misra Raviteja Chivukula Mayank Kumar Bhutoria Yamini Jain Sushant Gupta Sachin Modi Hitesh Vyas Aaron Sin Rahul Lamba Manoj Gupta Gunjali . Ankit Somani Yateendra D. Dhaval Shiyani Harish Doddi Amit U Sinha To the founders out there dreaming big and seeking more than just capital, we're here for you. Let's join forces and create something truly remarkable together. The future is operator-led, and it's brighter than ever ✨ Raj Shekhar Singh Abhinav Shashank Anand Akela Tony (Xiuyuan) Hu Shivam Bhotika Shachi Shah Chirag Agarwal Sumair Khattar Raina Hirekatur

We're thrilled to welcome Shivam Bhotika on board, all the way from the vibrant city of Calcutta! He graduated from St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata , Kolkata and brings a wealth of experience in the consumer app sector – from growth and operations to content creation. He even helped build bridges between top music fans and their idols at Asset. But Shivam isn't all work and no play. He harbors a love for old-school R&B and jazz, enjoys diving deep into geopolitics, and is a whiz at long-form content – from podcasts to a culture x tech newsletter in the making! He's also a Bollywood buff with a soft spot for classic slapstick comedies. Shivam's integrity and passion to help founders succeed really stood out to us. We can't wait for Shivam's unique perspective and infectious energy to fuel our team! Join us in giving him a warm welcome 🙌 Jyotika Gupta Raj Shekhar Singh Ankit Bhangar Anand Akela Tony (Xiuyuan) Hu

Z21 Ventures announces investment in Basepair Inc, a SaaS platform that democratizes access to, analysis of, and interpretation of genomic data https://buff.ly/4ebsG3h ✅  Basepair enables organizations to connect to and leverage the compute and storage resources in their own cloud account, allowing them to optimize their resources and realize greater business value. This allows them to remain connected to the other analytical capabilities offered by their cloud provider while benefiting from economies of scale by running everything through one account. This helps the end users with the appropriate domain expertise to run the same workflows in a controlled setting and use the inbuilt visualization tools and reports to make sense of the data. ✅  We are thrilled about the investment and the upcoming collaboration with Basepair and the vibrant Z21 community. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to work closely with the Basepair team, leveraging our collective expertise to propel them toward even greater heights in the genomics industry. Amit U Sinha Raj Shekhar Singh Abhinav Shashank Jyotika Gupta Anand Akela Ankit Bhangar Tony (Xiuyuan) Hu #NGS #Genomics #ZeroToOne #entrepreneurship

We are excited to share that Ruchi Garg, MD, one of our esteemed LPs at Z21 Ventures, has been appointed as the Chief Medical Officer of Fairview Park Hospital. This incredible achievement is a testament to Ruchi’s unwavering dedication and leadership in the medical field. Ruchi’s insightful guidance and unwavering support have been invaluable to our portfolio founders, helping them navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape. Many congratulations Dr. Ruchi! 🎊 Raj Shekhar Singh Jyotika Gupta Anand Akela Ankit Bhangar Dibyendu Rana Tony (Xiuyuan) Hu

Very excited about the incredible momentum that Yateendra D. Ankit Somani and the Conifer team is building! Dibyendu Rana Raj Shekhar Singh Anand Akela Ankit Bhangar Jyotika Gupta