Rize Recap: August '25

As we wrap up another eventful month, we’re excited to bring you the highlights from August at Rize. Here’s a quick look back at everything we accomplished together!

Hey Everyone! ✨

August turned out to be a truly memorable month for the Rize community. We saw founders achieve exciting milestones from closing fundraising rounds and getting global recognition, to experimenting with new ideas and stepping onto bigger stages.

This edition of Rize Recap brings you all the highlights from the month- the stories, the wins, and the moments that made August one to remember.

MILESTONE MOMENTS 👑

First things first, let’s celebrate some victories! We've witnessed some jaw-dropping milestones within our community, and we can’t wait to share them with you.

Celebrating…

A big congratulations to these founders! Each step forward is a victory on the path to success. So, keep pushing and growing!

ARTICLES OF THE MONTH 📜

Missed our articles last month? Check the top ones that fuelled our Founders!

✍️ How to Make Your Product UAE-Ready? (Export)

✍️ How to Price Your Product Right in the UAE Market: Deep-Dive (Export)

✍️ How and Why to Launch Your Product or Brand in the UAE Market? (Export)

✍️ The Indian Founder’s Guide to Shipping & Logistics for the UAE Market (Export)

✍️ Payment Terms and Risk Management for UAE Exports (Export)

✍️ 2025 Festive Trends Every Founder Should Watch (D2C/ Festive Season)

Discover more such insightful reads in the Vault! The collection is growing every day.

STORIES FROM RIZE-PRENEURS 📎

In this edition, we spotlighted Kalpesh, who is part of the Rize community and is now navigating the exciting rollercoaster of building his own tech product without writing a line of code.

He shared the lessons, breakthroughs, and defining moments that shaped his journey and trust us, you’ll want to hear this!

We hope his experience inspires you as much as it did us!

KEY HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH💡

New initiatives, exciting launches, and everything you need to stay ahead.

✨ First Demo Day: AI Edition

August also marked a special first for us- the launch of our Demo Day series, kicking off with an AI-focused edition.

We brought together some of the most exciting AI-first founders from the Rize community to showcase what they’re building, from products that simplify workflows to tools that reimagine how businesses and consumers interact with technology.

7 founders from the Rize Tech+ community pitched their vision to 17 of India’s sharpest VCs with Mars Shot Ventures and Razorpay Ventures in the room. It was a powerful moment for AI-first founders building from India, proving that global innovation starts right here.

✨Festive Season 2025 Launch✨

We know what the festive season means for founders: late nights in warehouses, boxes stacked high, and dreams wrapped in every shipment. That’s why we launched the Festive Season 2025 edition- a founder-first initiative to fuel festive growth.

What’s coming up?
✨ Knowledge sessions with industry experts
✨ Brand showcases across digital and offline platforms
✨ Collaborations that go beyond coupons and discounts

We’ve also brought in experts across the D2C space to share their insights and practical tips for founders gearing up for the festive season.

If you’re building in D2C, this is your chance to shine brighter than ever, and for Rize founders, there’s even more in store.

MEET OUR NEWEST FOUNDERS: ONBOARDING EDITION 👥

Say hello to the latest group of founders joining the Rize Communities! They're full of bold ideas and big dreams, ready to take the startup world by storm.

At Razorpay Rize, we get it- building a startup is tough. That’s why we’re more than just a space for connecting with other founders. We’ve got programs, tools, and services designed to take some of the weight off the shoulders and make the journey just a little bit easier.

Curious about how we support startup founders?

Dive into Vault today & unlock a world of possibilities.