Rize Recap: March'26
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! ✨
The end of the financial year often brings reflection.
What worked? What didn’t? What’s next?
At Rize, March was a sprint to the finish line, with launches, milestones, and last pushes before the reset. Here’s a look at what we built, launched, and celebrated- together.
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 Show Traction: B2B vs D2C vs AI Startups? (Fundraising)
✍️ Best Platforms and Marketplaces for Selling Online in Canada (Cross-border)
✍️ A Guide to High-Converting Landing Pages & Catalogues (AI for D2C Brands) (D2C/ eCommerce)
✍️ Startup Sahayak: How Your Idea Becomes a Roadmap in 120 Seconds? (Startup Ideation)
Discover more such insightful reads in the Vault! The collection is growing every day.
STORIES FROM RIZE-PRENEURS 📎
This month, we spotlighted Sheetal Goel, founder of Cupik Design- a brand that started with something as simple as a mother trying to solve a problem for her child. What began as personalised labels for her daughter quickly turned into one of India’s most loved stationery and gifting brands, built on creativity, emotion, and deep customer connection.
A Stationery Brand Born From Motherhood: The Story of Sheetal & Cupik Design
Before Cupik Design became a brand, it was just a solution. Sheetal Goel, a former advertising professional, was simply trying to create something for her daughter. What followed was an unexpected journey into entrepreneurship.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH💡
New initiatives, exciting launches, and everything you need to stay ahead.
✨Rize at Razorpay FTX ‘26✨
FTX 26 set the stage for some of the most forward-looking conversations in fintech and AI, with agentic AI emerging as a key theme shaping what’s next.
But beyond the panels and predictions, what truly stood out was the energy on the ground. The Rize booth became a meeting point- where founders paused, connected, and leaned into honest, unfiltered conversations.
✨ Startup Sahayak- Launch✨
We also launched Startup Sahayak. Built to support founders at the very start of their journey, it brings together clear market insights, a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, and the structured guidance that helps you move from idea to execution.
✨ Rize D2C+ City Circle: Bengaluru✨
30+ founders. One breakfast table.
That’s what our Rize D2C+ City Circle in Bangalore looked like last month, where founders came together to share what’s really happening behind the scenes. From growth challenges to scaling insights, the discussions were honest, unfiltered, and deeply relevant.
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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.
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