Ayush Mishra

These two kids from Nagpur aged 9 years Immortalizing Human by #AI. Their work is appreciated by our Hon'ble Union Minister Nitin Gadkari ji. It's good to see these young founders. I'm glad that Ramakrishnan R. joined their team. link: https://lnkd.in/dczXppit #startup #investing #ecosystem #ai #fundraising

From Skeptic to Startup Star: My Transformation Through AIC Mahindra's Rise Up 2.0 Let's be honest, applying a day late to an incubation program wasn't exactly ideal. But sometimes, taking a chance leads to the most rewarding experiences. That's exactly what happened with AIC Mahindra's Rise Up 2.0 pre-acceleration program. From "Guidance" to "Family": Redefining Incubation Going in, I saw incubators as simply offering guidance. But Rise Up 2.0 shattered that notion. It was a whirlwind of genuine care, mentorship, and invaluable advice. The 5-day boot camp was an eye-opener, teaching me the intricacies of running my startup. The program felt like a supportive family, nurturing us to take those first steps, then walk, and finally, run on our own. Five Months of Growth, a Lifetime of Connections Those five months flew by in a blur of learning and camaraderie. Demo Day, with the opportunity to pitch for Alentar Electric with my co-founder Sajal Sahu, was a culmination of all our efforts. But the most valuable takeaway? The connections and support system were built during the program. Just like a family stays connected, Rise Up 2.0 fostered a network that goes beyond the program's official end. A Shoutout to the Guiding Lights & Fellow Travelers A heartfelt thanks to Ismail Akbani, Sreeparna Chowdhury, Keerthi Kadam, Rajkumar Phatate and the entire team for shaping our journey. Learning from the Best, Growing with the Boldest Pitching alongside India's brightest startup founders like Ajay Alandkar, Umesh Vadhiya, Eshwari Khatavkar, Krrish Agarwalla, Daisy Priya, and many more was electrifying. The feedback from prominent investors and mentors like Sandip Poddar, Emmanuel Murray, Smridhi Luthra, and others, will be our guiding light on the road ahead. The Journey Continues: Building a Better Future This experience redefined entrepreneurship for me. I'm excited to carry these lessons forward, and continue fostering the connections made during Rise Up 2.0. #AICMahindra #RiseUp2 #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #LearningAndGrowing

I had the pleasure of meeting one of our alumni, Mr. Vikram Labhe, today. He is a dynamic and down-to-earth individual who has established four successful companies in diverse fields such as semiconductors, cloud technology, SAAS, and now astrology (Melooha). While interacting with Sajal Sahu and me, Mr. Labhe shared valuable insights on understanding markets, identifying gaps, and navigating the different stages of a venture. When we demonstrated our innovation, he took a demo ride and exclaimed, "Isko chala ke toh, mujhe apne bachpan ki yaad aa gai!" His words were a great boost to our spirits. It is an honour to have such a distinguished alumnus from Shri Ramdeobaba Kamla Nehru Engineering College, Katol Road who is committed to pushing us to do better and steering sustainability in the ecosystem. #entrepreneurship #startups #inspiration #leadership #success #innovation #mentorship #community #grateful #RCOEM #alumni