Virtual Startup Booths
Showcase your company, products, videos, and pitch deck.
Global Edition 2026 · 100% Virtual · 20+ Countries
Where Innovative Startups
Meet Visionary Investors
Join an exclusive aapkacfo designed to connect high-potential startups with angel investors, venture capital firms, family offices, and strategic partners through curated networking, live pitching, and one-on-one meetings.
Free startup applications
Verified investors only
AI matchmaking included
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Seed Stage Pitch Arena
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Match score
96%
FinTech · Series A · India, UAE
Meetings booked
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across 3 event days
Trusted by Startups, Investors & Innovation Leaders
Our platform brings together ambitious founders, leading investors, accelerators, incubators, and corporate innovators to create meaningful business opportunities and long-term partnerships.
SequoiaVenturesNEXUSCapital
OrbitAngelsHELIXPartners
BlueHarbourQuantumFund
EverestVCNorthwindLabs
About the event
Explore the experience
What is the aapkacfo?
The aapkacfo is an online platform where carefully selected startups showcase their innovations to verified investors and business leaders. Through virtual booths, live pitch sessions, networking lounges, and scheduled meetings, participants can discover investment opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and accelerate business growth—all from anywhere in the world.
3 DaysOf curated programming
100% VirtualJoin from anywhere
VerifiedEvery investor screened
CuratedApplications reviewed
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Event highlights
Everything You Need to Build Meaningful Connections
Live Pitch Sessions
Present your startup directly to investors.
1-on-1 Meetings
Book private meetings with potential investors.
Networking Lounge
Meet founders, mentors, and industry experts.
Expert Panel Discussions
Learn from experienced entrepreneurs and investors.
AI-Powered Matchmaking
Get matched with the right investment opportunities.
How it works
Simple. Curated. Effective.
Six clear steps from application to a signed partnership — no noise, no cold outreach, only relevant conversations.
01
Register
Register as a Startup or Investor.
02
Review
Our team reviews every application.
03
Build Booth
Approved startups create their virtual booths.
04
Discover
Investors discover startups based on their interests.
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Attend
Attend live pitch sessions and networking events.
06
Connect
Schedule meetings and build valuable partnerships.
Why join
Built for Both Sides of the Table
- Present your startup to serious investors.
- Increase your fundraising opportunities.
- Build strategic business partnerships.
- Gain visibility among industry leaders.
- Expand your professional network.
- Discover investment-ready startups.
- Save time with curated startup selection.
- Schedule direct meetings with founders.
- Access startup profiles and pitch decks.
- Build a high-quality investment pipeline.
Avg. meetings / startup
0
Follow-up rate
0
Categories
Discover Innovation Across Every Industry
Featured startups
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Meet Promising Startups
Explore innovative startups from diverse industries, discover breakthrough technologies, and connect with founders shaping the future of business.
Series ANX
Neuronix AIAI & Machine Learning
Autonomous decision engines that cut enterprise operations cost by up to 40%.
Raising $8MBengaluru
SeedPW
PaywireFinTech
Cross-border settlement rails for SMB exporters across 14 emerging markets.
Raising $3.5MDubai
Pre-Series AVT
Vitalis HealthHealthTech
Remote diagnostics platform serving 300+ clinics with AI-assisted triage.
Raising $5MSingapore
SeedTF
TerraFarmAgriTech
Satellite + IoT yield forecasting used by 40,000 acres of contract farming.
Raising $2.2MPune
Series BOR
OrbitlySaaS
Revenue intelligence suite trusted by 900+ B2B teams in 12 countries.
Raising $18MLondon
Pre-SeedVL
Voltaic GridClean Energy
Modular storage that makes rooftop solar viable for mid-size manufacturers.
Raising $1.5MBerlin
Featured investors
Explore Investors
Meet Leading Investors
Connect with angel investors, venture capital firms, family offices, corporate venture teams, and strategic partners actively seeking investment opportunities.
Arjun MehtaManaging Partner · Nexus Capital
Leads Series A cheques of $2M–$10M in enterprise SaaS and applied AI.
Elena RossiPrincipal · Blue Harbour
Backs climate and mobility founders across Europe and the Middle East.
Daniel OkaforAngel · Ex-CTO, Fintrail
Writes first cheques of $50K–$250K with hands-on product support.
Sara LindqvistDirector · Helix Family Office
Long-horizon capital for healthcare and deeptech with 8–12 year outlook.
Marcus ChenHead of CVC · Northwind Labs
Strategic investments plus distribution access to 40M enterprise users.
Priya NairGeneral Partner · Orbit Angels
Syndicate of 220 operator-angels focused on India and Southeast Asia.
Agenda
Experience Every Stage of Innovation
Opening Ceremony
Welcome address, edition theme and a walkthrough of the virtual venue.
Keynote Sessions
Global operators on building durable companies in a tighter funding market.
Startup Pitch Competition
Shortlisted founders pitch live to a jury of institutional investors.
Panel Discussions
Term sheets, valuations, cap tables and what investors really diligence.
Investor Networking
Themed lounges by sector and stage with AI-suggested introductions.
Private Meetings
Pre-booked 1-on-1 video rooms with shared decks and notes.
Closing Ceremony
Award announcements, deal highlights and next edition preview.
Speakers
Learn from Industry Experts
Hear from successful entrepreneurs, investors, startup mentors, and innovation leaders as they share practical insights, growth strategies, and funding advice.
Rohit SharmaFounder & CEO · OrbitlyScaling B2B from $1M to $30M ARR
Ayesha KhanPartner · Everest VCWhat gets a term sheet in 2026
Lucas MeyerFounding Partner · Quantum FundDeeptech investing beyond the hype
Meera IyerStartup Mentor · Y-ScaleStorytelling that moves investors
Building Meaningful Business Connections
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Success stories
Real Success. Real Impact.
Read inspiring stories from startups that secured funding, built strategic partnerships, and accelerated their growth through our curated networking platform.
We closed a $4M round with two investors we met in the pitch arena. The matchmaking put us in front of funds that actually invest in our stage and sector.
Ananya DesaiCo-founder · Paywire
$4M raisedEleven qualified investor meetings in three days — more than six months of cold outreach delivered. The booth analytics told us exactly who to follow up with.
Karan BhatiaCEO · TerraFarm
11 meetingsAs an investor, the curation saved my team weeks. Every startup we spoke to was screened, prepared and genuinely relevant to our thesis.
Sara LindqvistDirector · Helix Family Office
3 dealsWe found our strategic distribution partner in the networking lounge. That single conversation changed our go-to-market plan for the year.
Marcus ChenHead of CVC · Northwind Labs
1 partnership
Registration plans
Choose Your Participation
For founders raising or scaling
Freeon approval
- Create your booth
- Pitch your startup
- Schedule meetings
- Access networking
For angels, VCs & family offices
Inviteverification required
- Browse startups
- Book meetings
- Attend sessions
- Investment dashboard
For brands & ecosystem partners
Customtailored packages
- Premium branding
- Lead generation
- Speaking opportunities
- Dedicated exhibition space
FAQ
Have Questions? We Have Answers.
Still unsure about something? Our team replies within one business day.
Contact supportStartups at any stage from pre-seed to Series B, accredited investors, accelerators, incubators, corporate innovation teams and ecosystem partners can all apply to participate.
Every application is reviewed by our curation team against traction, team, market size and readiness to engage investors. Approved startups receive booth access within 48 hours.
Angel investors, venture capital firms, family offices, corporate venture arms and strategic acquirers. All investor accounts are verified before approval.
Yes. Booths, pitch sessions, panels, lounges and 1-on-1 meetings all run inside the platform — you only need a browser and a stable connection.
Share your availability once and the system handles the rest. Requests can be sent from any profile, and confirmed meetings sync to your calendar with a video room link.
Yes. Decks, product videos, one-pagers and financial summaries can be uploaded to your booth, with view-level analytics on who engaged with what.
All keynotes, panels and pitch sessions are recorded and available on-demand to registered participants for 30 days after the event.
Use the in-platform chat during event days, or email support@aapkacfo.com any time — our team responds within one business day.
Insights
Read the blog
Latest Startup & Investment Insights
Stay updated with startup trends, funding announcements, investor insights, and upcoming event news.
Funding
What early-stage investors are actually funding in 2026
A breakdown of cheque sizes, sectors and the diligence questions founders should prepare for.
Playbook
The 8-slide pitch structure that keeps investors listening
How the strongest founders at our last edition framed problem, traction and ask.
Event
Global Edition 2026: what's new in the virtual venue
Smarter matchmaking, sector lounges and a redesigned booth analytics dashboard.
Ready to Connect with the Right Opportunities?
Whether you're building the next breakthrough startup or looking for your next investment opportunity, this is where meaningful business relationships begin.