Theme for SD 2025
Building a Founder-First Ecosystem for Bharat
SD 2025 is a premier platform that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, policymakers, academicians, and incubators to foster innovation and growth. The event is designed to inspire, connect, and empower the startup community in India
- February 8, 2025
- Deshpande Startups, Hubballi
Hubballi Huddle
The UNIQUE Concentric Roundtable features an inner circle of key stakeholders and an outer circle of subject enthusiasts, fostering focused and action-driven discussions. The panel includes 4 invited speakers, 5 registered speakers, 1 moderator, and 15 registered delegates. Huddle 01 explores rural innovation and sustainable growth. Huddle 02 focuses on investment trends and investor expectations. Huddle 03 examines growth strategies for North Karnataka, connecting experienced and new founders for local and national impact.
Workshops
Elevate your entrepreneurial journey at SD25 with three impactful workshops. “Mastering the Art of Presentation for Founders” equips you with the skills to pitch, persuade, and inspire investors, partners, and customers. “GTM for Founders: Winning in Bharat” offers winning strategies to drive brand growth, engage customers, and accelerate revenue in the Indian market. Finally, “Founder’s Wellbeing: The Silent Cofounder” addresses the crucial yet often overlooked aspect of mental and emotional well-being for founders.
Elevator Pitch
If your Startup Idea is Bharat Focused and needs funding then, seize the opportunity to captivate investors with your innovative startup ideas in a thrilling elevator pitch session.
Format: 2 min pitch | 2 min interaction with Investors
- Top 10 pitches will be shortlisted for presenting.
- The pitch is on-site, making physical attendance mandatory.
- Further details in the registration form.
Startup Expo
Expo at Startup Dialogue 2025 is Hubballi’s premier startup showcase. Experience the latest trends, network with leaders, and learn about the future of entrepreneurship.
Panels & more
The “Founder-First” approach supports semi-urban and rural entrepreneurs by addressing their needs, challenges, and aspirations, fostering resilience, inclusivity, and growth through local understanding and stakeholder collaboration.
Connect Over Caffeine
Get a chance to have a laid-back networking session with- esteemed panelists, speakers and all the other attendees over caffeine.