Published On Aug 9, 2023
Aakrit is the Co-Founder & CEO of Haptik.
Haptik is one of the world’s largest Conversational AI companies.
Aakrit is also one of the most founder-friendly angel in India. He has invested in companies like Unacademy, MPL, Indiagold to name a few.
Timestamps :
02:15 Founding story of Peercheque
06:51 How does Peercheque operate?
11:12 Specific sectors Peercheque is focused on
14:32 Changes for the Indian Venture Ecosystem
19:04 Prospects for Founders Becoming Investors
20:14 Changes in Investment strategies and lessons learned
23:10 Why COCKROACH MENTALITY for entrepreneurs
25:09 Founding Story of TEAM
31:43 Aakrit's Typical Day
34:32 Aakrit's relationship with health
36:32 Benefits of staying active
38:21 The three invitees to dinner with Aakrit
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