Kalaari Capital
Kalaari Capital is a Bangalore-based venture capital firm founded in 2006, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors, including consumer internet, healthcare, and fintech. The firm supports entrepreneurs through initiatives like CXXO, which focuses on empowering women founder-CEOs, and Kalaari Labs, aimed at incubating early-stage startups.
Overview
Kalaari Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm founded in 2006, headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. The company operates as a partnership and employs a team of 56 individuals, classifying it as a small business. Kalaari Capital focuses on empowering entrepreneurs who are building innovative solutions for India's future. The firm specializes in various sectors, including consumer internet, healthcare, education, mobile, retail, clean tech, technology-enabled services, enterprise software, SaaS, fintech, deep tech, edtech, and startups.
Investment Focus
Kalaari Capital primarily focuses on early-stage investments, typically in Series A and Series B funding rounds. Since its inception, the firm has invested in over 100 startups across various sectors. The company provides extensive mentorship and operational support to its portfolio companies, helping them navigate the challenges of growth and development in competitive markets.
CXXO Initiative
The CXXO initiative by Kalaari Capital aims to support women founder-CEOs in India. This program is designed to create a level playing field for women entrepreneurs and increase the number of women-led startups. The initiative has set aside $10 million annually to invest in female-founded startups and focuses on capital, community, and coaching. It includes a leadership program, events like the NoCeiling Summit, and a masterclass for industry experts passionate about women's leadership in startups.
Kalaari Labs
Kalaari Labs is a dedicated initiative within Kalaari Capital that focuses on incubating and accelerating early-stage startups. This program provides resources and support to help startups refine their business models and achieve growth. By fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, Kalaari Labs aims to enhance the startup ecosystem in India.
Kalaari Summit
Kalaari Capital hosts an annual event known as the Kalaari Summit, which brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders. This summit serves as a platform for networking, sharing insights, and discussing trends in the startup ecosystem. It aims to foster collaboration and support among stakeholders in the entrepreneurial community.