Rize Recap: March '25
As we wrap up another eventful month, we’re excited to bring you the highlights from March at Rize. Here’s a quick look back at everything we accomplished together!
Hey Everyone! ✨
March always hits differently- It’s that time of the year when founders are juggling a little bit of everything: closing the books, wrapping up investor updates, pushing for those final quarterly goals, and quietly (or not so quietly) dreaming about a fresh start in April.
This end-of-financial-year energy was palpable across the Rize community. There were so many events, achievements, and more. If you blinked, you probably missed something awesome, but don’t worry- we’ve got you covered.
Here’s your monthly rewind of everything that happened in March. Let’s take a moment to celebrate the wins, reflect on the learnings, and gear up for a brand new quarter.
Milestone Moments
Must-Reads & Must-Attend Events
Founder Stories
Highlights of the Month
New Founders Update
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 Prepare for Your First Investor Meeting? (Fundraising)
✍️ #AskTheExpert: Arjun Vaidya on Building & Scaling Brands (D2C)
✍️ Championing Founders: Programs, Platforms & Initiatives for Women (Growth)
✍️ Marketplace vs. Own Website vs. Omnichannel- Where Should You Sell? (D2C Marketing)
Discover more such insightful reads in the Vault! The collection is growing every day.
STORIES FROM RIZE-PRENEURS 📎
In this edition, we’re exploring the inspiring journeys of Anisha, Hem and Prashant, three founders who, like many of us, have faced their fair share of ups and downs.
They shared the lessons, breakthroughs, and moments that shaped their path, and trust us- you’ll want to hear this!
We hope their experience inspires you as much as it did us!
PAST & UPCOMING EVENTS 🗓️
Last month, we hosted a series of highly engaging knowledge sessions & AMAs with industry experts covering a range of exciting topics.
Here are some key takeaways from one of our sessions with Satvik Paramkusham:
We also dove into knowledge sessions around B2B marketing, fundraising, etc. to make your startup journey a bit easier.
Best part? There’s more coming your way!
We’ve got more sessions coming up around AI, YC Summer 2025, and beyond. Keep an eye out- we’ll be sharing details soon.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH💡
New initiatives, exciting launches, and everything you need to stay ahead.
✨ The Next Big Thing ✨
One of the biggest highlights of March was The Next Big Thing by Razorpay — an event that truly lived up to its name. It brought together some of the most exciting early-stage startups from across the country, giving them a platform to share what they’re building and why it matters.
We also sent out exclusive invites to some of our Rize founders to soak up the awesomeness- to learn, get inspired, and, who knows… maybe even see themselves on that stage next. Because if there's one thing March reminded us of, it's this: the next big thing can come from anywhere.
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.