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S3 E02 | Game, Set, Match: Mahesh Bhupathi's Story of Global Domination
Guest: Mahesh Bhupathi, Tennis Grand Slam Champion and Entrepreneur Host: Karthik Reddy, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Blume VenturesThis episode provides insights into what it takes to achieve global success and excel on the world stage. Mahesh shares his journey from a young tennis prodigy to a Grand Slam champion, offering valuable lessons applicable to both…
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Karthik Reddy
Published
Aug 2024
Reading Time
36 minutes
S3 E01 | Building a $3.5B global giant, from Chennai to NASDAQ | Girish Mathrubootham
Guest: Girish Mathrubootham, Founder and Executive Chairman of Freshworks Host: Karthik Reddy, Co-founder of Blume Ventures This episode provides deep insights into building a global SaaS company from India, scaling a startup to a public company, and the future of SaaS with AI. Girish Mathrubootham shares his journey from Chennai to NASDAQ, embodying the spirit of "Winning Beyond…
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Karthik Reddy
Published
Aug 2024
Reading Time
53 minutes
S3 E0 | Karthik Reddy on Winning Beyond Boundaries
Karthik Reddy, Blume Ventures co-founder and host of the Blume Podcast, unveils the exciting theme for Season 3 of the Blume Podcast. Discover how Indian startups are making waves on the international stage 🌏 in this 0th episode of our new season.• Understand why 'Winning Beyond Boundaries' is more than just a slogan• Learn about India's transition from IT services to innovative global…
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Karthik Reddy
Published
Aug 2024
Reading Time
7 minutes
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Building Agritech for India | Agritech Bluprint
India's agricultural sector, a cornerstone of the nation's economy, is on the brink of a transformative revolution powered by technological innovation and digital solutions. As a global leader in the production of various agricultural commodities, India is poised to leverage…
Authors
Ashish Fafadia, Jatin Madhra
Pain Management Bluprint
Imagine you're tackling a problem that affects millions and has no easy fix- chronic pain. It's not the kind of pain that disappears with a quick fix; it lingers, disrupts, and overstays its welcome. Now, picture a landscape filled with bold startups and savvy…
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Akhilesh Agarwal, Sonisha Kukreja
India InsurTech Bluprint
The Indian insurance sector is rapidly evolving, driven by significant regulatory changes and technological advancements. With the country's insurance market expected to triple in size by 2032, there is substantial opportunity for innovation.…
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FinTech
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Ashish Fafadia, Jatin Madhra
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The Rough Guide to Building an Enterprise SaaS Dhandha in India
Imagine you're pitching your cyber security software to a large Indian bank. You've prepared a detailed ROI analysis, cost-saving calculations, and competitive landscape. But the CIO barely glances at it. Instead, she asks about your educational background, why you…
Authors
Rohit Kaul
The New Era of P2P Lending
India’s P2P lending ecosystem has come a long way, with estimates pointing at ~₹20,000 crore in disbursements. The country now has 26 licensed NBFC-P2Ps, with many raising significant capital to build offerings, such as Faircent, LenDenClub, Lendbox, and…
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FinTech
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Akshat Praneet
Championing 'Mohalle ka Shahrukh Khan': How Classplus is Transforming Creators into Entrepreneurs
“Have you watched the web series Panchayat? I love it! That’s the core audience creators and educators on Classplus cater to. Almost 80% of our student base is from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.” - Mukul…
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EdTech
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Shreevar Chhotaria
AI x CFOs - At the forefront of transforming finance | Blume Perspective
In recent years, the role of the Chief Financial Officer has undergone a dramatic transformation. No longer confined to the realms of bookkeeping and financial reporting, today's CFOs are increasingly expected to act as strategic business partners, leveraging…
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Artificial Intelligence
Authors
Sumangal Vinjamuri
Podcasts
The startup saga: Of gutsy founders, audacious VCs and the hunt for the next unicorn | Karthik Reddy
Forbes India’s Neha Bothra sits down with Karthik Reddy, co-founder and partner, Blume Ventures, to piece together how founders and investors cross the maze of value creation to take a startup from seed to scale. Join us as we delve into the secretive world of venture…
Authors
Karthik Reddy, Neha Bothra
Published
May 2024
Reading Time
less than a minute
How did TaxiForSure get acquired for $200 million?
For episode 6 of Pathfinders, we have Aprameya Radhakrishna of Taxi For Sure TaxiForSure, which was acquired by Ola in 2015 for $200 million , is often touted be one of India’s ride-hailing pioneers.
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6
Authors
Aprameya Radhakrishna
Published
May 2024
Reading Time
2 minutes
How Did Purplle Become A Unicorn in The Beauty Space?
The 5th Episode of Pathfinders features Manish Taneja, co-founder and CEO of Purplle. Purplle, which last raised $50 million, achieved unicorn status and is currently valued at $1.1 billion. Along with being a marketplace for major beauty brands,…
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5
Authors
Manish Taneja
Published
May 2024
Reading Time
4 minutes
How Cashify Hit ₹1000 Cr Revenue: Insights from Co-founder Mandeep Manocha
For episode 4 of Pathfinders, we have Mandeep Manocha of Cashify. Cashify lets customers sell and buy refurbished electronic devices, mostly mobile phones and laptops. Apart from buying directly from users, the company works with several offline and online channels and…
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4
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Mandeep Manocha
Published
Apr 2024
Reading Time
4 minutes
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