“Know Your Investors” – Episode 2
Date: Tuesday, 6th May 2025
Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Venue: Genera Online Private Limited, Jaipur
Organized By: JITO Jaipur Chapter
Participant – 25+
Continuing the momentum of its impactful knowledge series, JIIF Jaipur successfully hosted the second edition of “Know Your Investors” featuring Mr. Aakar Jain, Founder & CEO of Marketplace Guru, at the premises of Genera Online Pvt. Ltd.
This event is part of JIIF’s mission to bridge the gap between aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned investors within the JITO community.
Session Highlights:
- Journey of an Investor & Entrepreneur:
Mr. Aakar Jain candidly shared his evolution from a founder to an active investor. His experiences in building and scaling Marketplace Guru gave the audience deep insight into leadership, business growth, and strategic investment.
- Marketplace Strategies & Investment Philosophy:
Mr. Jain explained what makes a startup “investible” and what factors influence investment decisions today — product-market fit, passion in founders, scalability, and risk management.
- Interactive Q&A:
The audience posed real-world questions about fundraising, investor expectations, and startup mentorship, making the session highly engaging and practical.
- Community Building Through Knowledge:
With an open-for-all format, this initiative continues to foster a collaborative culture where knowledge flows freely among business leaders, investors, and aspiring founders.
Key Outcomes:
- Deeper understanding of investor mindset and the startup ecosystem
- Real-time mentorship moments during interactive discussions
- Strengthened connections among JITO entrepreneurs and professionals
Acknowledgments:
The organizing team expresses heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Aakar Jain for being an inspiring speaker and sharing invaluable insights. Special appreciation goes to Runjhun Patni and Yash Bachhawat for seamlessly executing this initiative, and to Mrs. Saloni Jain and Mr. Hitesh Bhandia for their constant encouragement and leadership.