“Uttar Pradesh Start-up Workshop-2023: Fostering Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Unicorn Creation”

“UPICON's 50th Anniversary Initiative for SmartCap Fund: From Investment to Business Development”

“50 Years of Empowering Startups: UPICON's Legacy of Support and Success”

SmartCap Fund: “UPICON’s 50th Anniversary Initiative for Supporting Early-Stage Startups”

UPICON is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the launch of the SmartCap Fund in the Startup workshop-2023. This fund aims to provide early-stage startups with the seed capital and equity investment they need to get off the ground and grow their businesses. But the SmartCap Fund offers more than just financial support; it also provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and business development support.

The goal of the SmartCap Fund is to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship and help create a thriving startup ecosystem. Startups face numerous challenges when starting, such as a lack of funding, market knowledge, mentorship, and support, among others. With the SmartCap Fund, UPICON aims to provide startups with the necessary support to overcome these challenges and build successful businesses.

The SmartCap Fund offers several benefits for startups, including:

  • Financial Assistance: Startups can receive seed capital and equity investments to help them establish and grow their businesses.
  • Mentorship: Startups can benefit from mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts.
  • Networking Opportunities: SmartCap Fund provides startups with access to a vast network of potential investors, customers, and partners.
  • Business Development Support: Startups can benefit from assistance with business planning, marketing, and other essential functions.
  • Increased Exposure: Startups selected for investment by SmartCap Fund will receive increased exposure to potential customers, investors, and partners.

Claiming The Crown

SmartCap Funded winners from our Workshop

ACS Jewels & Stones Pvt. Ltd.
ACS Jewels & Stones Pvt. Ltd.

ACS Jewels & Stones is an avant-garde B2B platform that is transforming the gems & jewelry trade via cutting-edge technology & innovative supply chain mechanisms. Their unwavering focus on innovation, transparency, & elevated standards is aptly reflected in their motto, “Vishwas se Vyapar.”

AgroNxt
AgroNxt

AgroNxt is an innovative agriculture platform that provides intelligent solutions & services to Indian farmers. The company aims to the revolutionize of the farming industry by the enlisting participation of the various stakeholders. Their deep tech expertise enables them to create bespoke soil health solutions.

LCB Fertilizers
LCB Fertilizers

LCB Fertilizers aims to the offer natural fertilizer, high-quality fertilizers and farming products to the farmers across India using bio-tech, nano-tech, and chemical engineering. Founded in 2020, The LCB Fertilizers provides crop – specific solutions to the increase yields and the profits while reducing investments.

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UPICON Smart Cap Fund Process*
3

Submit Pitch Deck

3

Investor Identification

3

UPICON Mandate and Terms

3

Initial Review, Call for Business Plan & VDR

3

Due Diligence

3

Term Sheet

3

Equity/Debt Agreement

*Smart Cap is not only money, but also knowledge. Will help the investors connect with potential customers, provide strategic directions, and offer constructive inputs.