Hello! I'm Praful Chatrapati. For over 25 years, I've been deeply involved in the startup ecosystem, both as an entrepreneur and as a guiding force for upcoming ventures. Mentorship & Funding Expertise: - Startup Funding Coach & Mentor, specializing in guiding startups towards achieving their funding goals. - Personal handholding to prepare founders for Angel Funding, Venture Capital Funding. - Proud to have evolved and mentored 87+ startups, steering them to success. Startup Achievements: - Built three startups from the ground up, growing them to teams of over 500 people. - Raised 70Cr for 2 Startups from Angle Group, SIDBI Venture, CGTMSE Schemes, and SOL Group - Launched India's first doorstep gadget repair service in 2011. - Led SSP Advantage to achieve 150% growth year-on-year. - Collaborated with a UK Group active in 21 countries on a global venture. Professional Highlights: - Contributed to major brands like Samsung, Whirlpool, and LML. - Earned accolades such as the Smart CEO award and gained recognition from IDBI Bank and Economic Times. Outside of Work: When I'm not immersed in the startup world, I relish my moments playing cricket and expressing my thoughts through painting. Building connections is crucial in our ever-evolving industry. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, an investor, or someone keen on the startup space, I'd love to connect and explore synergies.