Ahmedabad, July 12, 2025 — The ninth edition of Talktail, a flagship startup networking event hosted by Easy Knowledge Club in partnership with i-Hub Gujarat and eChai Ventures, drew over 100 startups, investors, and ecosystem leaders to i-Hub Ahmedabad for an evening of impactful dialogue, collaboration, and industry foresight.
The evening kicked off with informal networking over Hi-Tea, setting a relaxed yet purposeful tone for what followed—two deep-dive panel discussions curated to address pressing startup challenges.
The first session, “Beyond Fundraising: What Founders Must Build Before Seeking Capital”, explored foundational readiness for early-stage ventures. Moderated by Jatin Chaudhary, Co-Founder of eChai Ventures, the panel featured Chahat Aggarwal (A Square Capital), Sulay Lavsi (Bummer), and Pawan Raj Kumar (Zeca Capital), who shared actionable insights on product-market fit, team resilience, and investor alignment.
The second session, “The Exit Mindset: When Should Founders Start Thinking About It?”, addressed the importance of long-term strategic planning. Led by Yagnesh Sanghrajka of 247VC, and joined by Aditya Arora (Faad Capital) and Nakul Saxena (Solara Capital), the panel offered nuanced perspectives on valuation, timing, and legacy-building.
“Talktail was born out of a desire to spark real conversations—not just theory but tangible strategies. Each edition strengthens our community of founders and funders,” said Amit Singal, Co-Founder of Easy Knowledge Club and Founding Partner at Fluid Ventures.
“This edition of Talktail reflects the thriving innovation ecosystem of Gujarat. We’re proud to support events that empower founders through shared experiences,” added Hiranmay Mahanta, CEO of i-Hub Gujarat.
Talktail 9.0 concluded with a vote of thanks, underscoring its mission of forging meaningful connections. As the platform continues to scale, it solidifies its place as a cornerstone of India’s evolving startup dialogue.
