3 Hours Contest Schedule
1st Hour – Validate Your MVP
Learn what makes an MVP ready for the market and understand the key metrics, customer validation, and product fundamentals that judges look for.
2nd Hour – Refine Your MVP with Expert Mentorship
Get personalized feedback from experienced startup mentors. Improve your product positioning, value proposition, demo flow, and presentation before the showcase.
3rd Hour – Shortlisting & Showcing Your MVP
Connect with investors and mentors, receive valuable validation and actionable feedback, and stand a chance to win $30K worth of startup benefits.
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Meet Your Mentor
Prakash Balasubramanian
CEO: 18startup | Angel Investor
A seasoned finance professional with three decades of experience across banking, manufacturing, logistics, and technology, he has spent over 30 years preparing and interpreting financial statements, bringing sharp strategic insight into business numbers.
As a serial entrepreneur and an angel investor, Prakash understands exactly what investors look for and helps founders use financial clarity to build confidence, attract funding, and make smarter decisions.