A community for startup founders, PedalStart, has unveiled its latest initiative, the ‘PedalUp Cohort’. This program is specifically designed to accelerate the growth journey of startups incubated within PedalStart, providing them with the tools, mentorship, and support needed to scale their businesses rapidly.
Startups from different domains and stages including Edtech, Logistics, Fintech, Healthcare, Cleantech, Mobility, Gaming, Sports, and Agri have become a part of the Cohort. According to an official release, PedalStart intends to deploy INR 2.5 crore in each cohort and incentivize startups with certain cash prizes and rewards.
Note from Founders
Commenting on this edition, Manas Pal and Aditya Darolia, Co-Founders of PedalStart, said in a joint statement, “We are thrilled to introduce the PedalUp Cohort, a program designed to provide an express lane for our incubated startups’ growth. The launch of the PedalUp Cohort is a significant milestone in our quest to catalyze India’s startup ecosystem. This program is an embodiment of our commitment to rapid, meaningful growth for startups incubated within PedalStart.”
“With the PedalUp Cohort, we’re not just shaping startups; we’re shaping the future of innovation in India. As we embark on this new chapter, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire PedalStart community, our mentors, partners, and the brilliant founders who have chosen to be a part of our journey,” they added.
Services Provided
The PedalUp Cohort is an exclusive program for startups incubated within PedalStart. It aims to empower these startups by offering them an intensive 6 weeks accelerator experience.
The program includes a multitude of benefits, such as tailored mentorship, where the selected startups will work closely with a handpicked group of seasoned mentors and industry experts; Access to Funding, the company will facilitate connections with potential investors and venture capitalists within its extensive network; Networking Opportunities, the Participants of the Cohort will gain exclusive access to networking events, workshops, and opportunities to connect with other like-minded founders and potential collaborators; Resource Hub, the startups will gain access to a diverse array of resources, encompassing co-working spaces, legal and financial advisory services, essential tools necessary for their growth journey, and certain cash prizes as well.
About the Platform
Launched in 2021, PedalStart helps build founders through their startup ideas, with the help of ex-entrepreneurs, successful startup founders, domain experts, and angel investors. The team at PedalStart uses real-life experiences over traditional theoretical knowledge, to build startup founders.