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FIRSTWINGS Connect: Where visionary founders elevate their growth

Empowering founders with the right connections, mentorship and networking opportunities to scale smarter.

Overview

FIRSTWINGS Connect is an engagement platform by IDFC FIRST Bank in association with The Great Unicorn Hunt that brings together early-stage founders and top investors for curated interactions. Through structured pitch sessions, visibility campaigns, and investor connects, the program helps startups scale and investors discover high-potential ventures.

Whether you're a founder looking to raise capital or an investor scouting for the next big idea, FIRSTWINGS Connect offers a high-touch, high-impact experience.

Join FIRSTWINGS

Only for IDFC FIRST Bank Startup Banking customers. Join a structured
journey that helps you refine your pitch, gain visibility, and connect with top investors.

What’s in it for Founders like you?

A powerful set of benefits designed to strengthen your pitch, boost your visibility, and connect you with the right investors.

Pitch & Fundraise Readiness

Refine your story and pitch deck with guidance on what investors look for at your stage.

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Founder Coaching & Mock Q&A

Improve clarity and confidence through structured practice sessions on zoom.

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Personalized AI Readiness Report

Get a tailored assessment highlighting strengths, gaps, and opportunities.

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Exclusive Pitch Opportunities

Present in invite only demo sessions with a focused group of investors.

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Premium Investor Visibility

Get discovered on portals and channels actively used by investors.

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Investor Outreach for Your Deck

Your teaser and deck are shared across a wide network of relevant investors.

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Dedicated Startup Profile

Showcase your milestones in an investor friendly format.

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Thought Leadership Support

Boost your credibility across LinkedIn and key ecosystem platforms.

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Startup Listing

Your startup gets listed on The Great Unicorn Hunt platform for enhanced investor awareness.

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Multi-Channel Promotion

Enjoy amplification across LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and community channels.

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Dedicated Startup Page

A custom page is created to showcase your startup’s story and key details.

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Community Presence

Become part of an exclusive founder community, fostering networking and collaboration.

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Investor Connect Support

Benefit from curated introductions and demo sessions with potential investors.

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Narrative Enhancement

Get actionable AI inputs to refine your pitch and strengthen your investor narrative.

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AI Diagnostics Report

Receive an AI-powered fundraise readiness report to identify strengths and gaps.

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Monthly Video Bulletin

Your startup is featured in a video bulletin for added virality and visibility.

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Idea Sharing Forum

Engage in virtual forums with fellow founders to exchange ideas and insights.

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Founder Interview Recording

Participate in a crisp Zoom interview to highlight your vision and differentiation.

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Certificate of Completion

Celebrate your journey with a certificate validating your participation.

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Meet the Investors who Guided our Founders

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Radhesh Kanumury

Managing Partner, Suvan Ventures

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Sachin Tagra

Managing Partner, JSW Ventures

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Bharat Banka

Ex-MD & CEO Aditya Birla PE. Currently IC, 9Unicorns Fund and IncoFin Fund

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Kishore Ganji

Founder and General Partner, Astir Ventures. Super Angel with investment in over 500 Startups

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Sumit Keshan

Managing Partner, Wipro Care Ventures

Neha Lakhwara

Co-founder and CEO, Agility Ventures

Rajesh Sehgal

Managing Partner, Equanimity Ventures

Sanjay Mehta

Founder & Partner, 100X.VC

Sasha Mirchandani

Founder & Managing Director,
Kae Capital

Ameya Prabhu

Founder & CEO, NAFA Capital

Vijay Singh Rathore

General Partner, Real Time Angel Fund

Dr. Vibhuti Agarwal

Co-Founder & CEO, Soonicorn Ventures

Vikram Gupta

Founding & Managing Partner

Parag Dhol

General Partner

Venkat Vallabhaneni

Managing Partner

Deepak Gupta

General Partner, WEH Ventures

Vishesh Rajaram

Managing Partner, Speciale Invest

Mitesh Shah

Co-Founder, Inflection Point Ventures

Sunil Goyal

MD & Fund Manager,
YourNest Venture Capital

Pradyumna Dalmia

Managing Partner,
Triton Venture Capital

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Why Investors Benefit

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Showcase as a Thought Leader

Be featured in fireside chats as a mentor/ investor.

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Early Access to emerging talent

Engage with high potential startups across various sectors like FinTech, DeepTech, AgriTech and more

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Visibility via media platforms

Receive structured decks, teasers, and key details upfront — making assessment quicker and simpler.

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Mentorship Opportunities

Share your expertise and shape the next generation of founders.

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The structure of this program is phenomenal. Every step is outcome-driven. It helped us polish our pitch and connect with the right investors.

Varun Singhi

I’ve never seen a bank do this. The mentoring, the structure, the visibility—it’s everything a founder needs.

Bhargavi R

This program is a blessing for first-time founders. It helped me refine my pitch and gave me the confidence to present.

Nikhil

The First Wings Connect Program is a game-changer. It’s not just about banking—it’s about building startups.

Mohammed Asif Ghadiyali

From pitch deck feedback to investor connects, this program has been a complete journey.

Mrudul Mudotholy

The community, the tools, the support—this is the kind of ecosystem every founder dreams of.

Prateev Bardhan

We were able to present our deep-tech product to the right audience, even before launch. That’s rare.

Ramit Arora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in the program?

The program is open only to IDFC FIRST Bank customers who are early-stage startups that are looking to raise funds, build investor networks, and amplify their presence in the ecosystem.

What is the duration of the program?

The program typically runs virtually for one month, with structured activities and support spread across this period.  

What benefits will my startup receive?

Startups get pitch deck fine-tuning, AI diagnostics, founder interviews amplified on social channels, community presence, investor connects, and a certificate of completion.

How do I enroll in the program?

You can apply through our digital platform by submitting your pitch deck and completing a short onboarding process. Our team will review and confirm your participation.

Is there a cost to join the program?

This program is absolutely free of cost. 

What is the duration of the program?

The program typically runs virtually for one month, with structured activities and support spread across this period.  

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