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We’ve launched the CXXO State of Female Entrepreneurship in India Report! This report dives into the evolving landscape of women-led ventures in India, celebrating the progress made while addressing the challenges that still hold women founders back. It provides actionable insights to foster an inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem. Biases—both conscious and unconscious—continue to shape the journeys of women entrepreneurs. Yet, with resilience and determination, they are breaking barriers and building impactful ventures. 📖 Download the report now to uncover key insights and join us in creating a future with equal opportunities for all: https://lnkd.in/gPNnztjb Together, let’s pave the way for women founders to thrive. #CXXO #NoCeilingSummit2024 #TheAudacityToDream #CXXOStateOfFemaleEntrepreneurshipReport

Not every choice comes with a guarantee of success. According to Falguni Nayar, Founder & CEO, Nykaa making bold decisions often requires trusting your inner voice. And decision-making is rarely black and white. So, she emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty with confidence. When clear answers aren’t available, trust your instincts. Gut feelings often reflect accumulated knowledge and experience and act as a guiding light in tough situations. While data is critical, a leader’s ability to listen to their gut often determines their path forward. Under Falguni’s leadership, Nykaa became India’s leading beauty and lifestyle retailer by taking calculated risks and staying true to its mission. Her advice? Rely on logic, but don’t underestimate the power of your instincts, they’re honed by experience. #CXXO #CXXOknowledge #FalguniNayar

Only 16% of all capital raised in India between 2022-2024 went to women-led startups. This striking statistic in the CXXO State of Female Entrepreneurship in India Report has sparked meaningful conversations about the evolving landscape for women-led ventures. This report dives deep into the aspirations, challenges, and opportunities shaping women entrepreneurs' journeys. It highlights the progress made and provides actionable insights to build a more inclusive ecosystem. At CXXO, we are committed to supporting women founders with the resources, networks, and opportunities they need to thrive. Together, let’s bridge the gaps and pave the way for a future where every woman entrepreneur has a fair shot at success. 📖 Explore the insights and download the report: https://lnkd.in/gPNnztjb #CXXO #CXXOStateOfFemaleEntrepreneurship #WomenEntrepreneurs #NoCeilingSummit

Congratulations to Samhita R and the entire Resilience AI team for joining the CXXO family! 🎉 As a cutting-edge climate enterprise software suite, Resilience AI is transforming how organizations adapt to climate challenges with their flagship product, Resilience360. By combining AI-driven analytics and hyperlocal data, they empower businesses and governments to shift from reactive responses to proactive planning. The funding round also saw participation from Bhargavi V, Java Capital We’re thrilled to support their mission and look forward to seeing the incredible impact they’ll create! #CXXO #ResilienceAI #ClimateTech #InnovationForImpact #WomenEntrepreneurs

At the CXXO NoCeiling Summit, we asked the incredible women in the room to complete this sentence: "I am..." The answers we received were nothing short of inspiring—empowering, thoughtful, and a true reflection of their bold journeys. From “limitless” to “bold” and “leading with compassion,” each response was proof of their audacity to dream and their strength to achieve. Now, it’s your turn! Tell us, you are...... We’d love to hear your answers. Share them in the comments below! #CXXO #NoCeilingSummit2024 #TheAudacityToDream

Our portfolio addition, Resilience AI, has been in the news! We are thrilled to back this climate tech pioneer in their Seed round of $1 million, in partnership with Java Capital. Resilience AI is a pioneering climate risk and sustainability technology company that helps organizations manage and adapt to climate challenges through their flagship product, Resilience360. By integrating advanced machine learning, hyperlocal climate diagnostics, and digitalized climate action plans, they enable companies and governments to prepare for and mitigate the impacts of extreme climate events. 🔗 Check out the latest Resilience AI news mentions: The Economic Times: The funding round was led by Kalaari Capital's CXXO initiative, with participation from Java Capital, marking a significant milestone for women-led climate tech startups. Link: https://lnkd.in/gEcDE4_2 YourStory Media: The startup has already conducted successful pilots in 20+ Indian cities, analyzing over 400,000 building risk records with more than 90% accuracy. Link: https://lnkd.in/gzzxNPxa The Hindu BusinessLine: Resilience AI plans to utilize the funds for expanding market reach, enhancing product features, and strengthening their team. Link: https://lnkd.in/gvvQHGAx Entrepreneur India: The company's innovative approach combines scientific evidence-based data with AI/ML algorithms to provide actionable climate risk intelligence. Link: https://lnkd.in/gje6AbT9 Entrackr: The climate tech startup aims to address the growing $4B market for climate risk and resilience solutions, projected to double by 2030. Link: https://lnkd.in/g_6VsGuw #KalaariCapital #ResilienceAI #KalaariFamily #ClimateTech

CXXO welcomes Resilience AI to the CXXO family! In a world where climate change is no longer a distant challenge but an urgent reality, Resilience AI is redefining how businesses and governments prepare for climate risks. Their flagship product, Resilience360, combines hyperlocal climate data, AI-driven analytics, and actionable solutions to move organizations from reactive responses to proactive planning. Led by Samhita R, CEO and ISB alumna, alongside co-founders Sundeep Reddy Mallu and Anshu Sharma, the team brings decades of experience in sustainability, technology, and research. Their shared vision and expertise are driving Resilience AI to the forefront of climate adaptation. 🌎 At CXXO, we invest in women-led ventures that solve real-world challenges and create meaningful impact. Resilience AI embodies this spirit, and we are proud to invest in their mission to empower organizations to navigate the complexities of climate change with confidence. 📖 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/g9UfaDXv #CXXO #CXXOportfolio #ClimateTech #WomenEntrepreneurs #Sustainability #ClimateResilience

The masterclasses at the CXXO NoCeiling Summit 2024 had the audience buzzing with energy and excitement! 🎉 Diksha Pande Co-Founder, Samosa Party shared her audacious goal to take Indian ethnic food global. Her session on Unlocking Your Brand Power highlighted the importance of authenticity, telling an honest story, focusing on consumer insights, and staying relevant across generations. Neha Bagaria’s (Founder & CEO, HerKey) journey from her first sales pitch to leading India’s largest career platform for women has been nothing short of inspiring. Her session on Finding Your Market Fit emphasized solving real problems and leveraging technology to scale. Her advice: "Mentors are game changers—build relationships that give you mental bandwidth and help you grow." Ridhi Kanoria Doongursee, Co-Founder, LXME empowered women to take charge of their finances in Turning Finances into Your Superpower, covering goal-based planning, smart investments, and the power of compounding. From setting up emergency funds to leveraging equity and debt for wealth creation, Ridhi highlighted how financial independence empowers dreams. Swati Bhargava, Co-Founder, CashKaro.com, spoke about How to Attract the Right Investors, and detailed her journey through five funding rounds, building trust with investors like Mr. Ratan Tata, Vani Kola, and the grit it takes to succeed. Each session inspired attendees to dream audaciously and act boldly. Stay tuned for more from the NoCeiling Summit! #CXXO #NoCeilingSummit2024 #TheAudacityToDream

Presenting – CXXO The State of Female Entrepreneurship in India, a report by Kalaari Capital This report captures the evolving landscape of women-led ventures in India. It highlights the progress made, uncovers the challenges that persist, and provides actionable insights to drive meaningful change. Biases—both conscious and unconscious—continue to impact women founders’ journeys. Despite these barriers, women entrepreneurs are rewriting the narrative with courage and resilience. Yet, the numbers reveal the disparities: > Only ₹16 of every ₹100 invested in startups goes to those with at least one female co-founder, and just ₹4 to startups led by a female CEO. > From Jan 2022 to Oct 2024, only 16% of total capital raised went to women co-founded startups. > Female founders often rely on cold outreach or pitch competitions, with investors being 3x more likely to meet male founders through warm introductions. > Women co-founded startups receive cheque sizes nearly half that of their male co-founded counterparts and face twice the scrutiny on scalability. On the brighter side, female investors are twice as likely to mentor female founders, reinforcing the importance of gender diversity in VC firms. Deep dive now to uncover key insights and join us in creating a future with equal opportunities for all. Priyanka Gill Vatsala Hali Aditya Srivastava Soumya Yadav #CXXO #NoCeilingSummit2024 #CXXOStateOfFemaleEntrepreneurshipReport

At CXXO, we are proud to celebrate the remarkable journey of kindlife.in (our portfolio company), a brand that continues to redefine global beauty. From introducing viral K-Beauty favorites like COSRX and SKINFOOD to launching exclusives with influencers Ji Woo and Sherry Shroff, kindlife.in has transformed beauty shopping into a vibrant, community-driven experience. Their recent Kosmos event was a testament to their vision—featuring exciting challenges, fresh product launches, and unforgettable performances. With over 800 Korean, Japanese and homegrown brands, it’s a cultural connector - bridging global beauty brands with millions of passionate users. kindlife.in is a brand that’s breaking barriers, setting trends, and making global beauty accessible for everyone. This is just the beginning of a very impactful journey. #CXXO #CXXOportfolio #KindlifeKosmos #GlobalBeauty