Rize Recap: October '25
As we wrap up another eventful month, we’re excited to bring you the highlights from October at Rize. Here’s a quick look back at everything we accomplished together!
Hey Everyone! ✨
October had everything- lights, laddus, and lots of funding news.
As the country celebrated the festive season, the startup ecosystem joined in its own way- with new launches, fresh capital, and plenty of milestones worth cheering for.
The ecosystem may have been in holiday mode, but for our community, it was another step closer to their big dreams.
Here’s your look back at everything that made October one to remember at Rize.
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!
✍️ Format of a TV Pitch: Timing, Talking Points, and Turnaround (Fundraising)
✍️ The 3 Core Metrics Behind Every Scalable Business (Product)
✍️ Why Should Indian Businesses Export to the UK? (Cross-border/ Export)
✍️ A Founder’s Guide to UAE Customs & Compliance (Cross-border/ Export)
Discover more such insightful reads in the Vault! The collection is growing every day.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS THIS MONTH💡
New initiatives, exciting launches, and everything you need to stay ahead.
✨Rize D2C+ at Razorpay Townhall✨
This quarter’s Razorpay Townhall turned into a mini festive marketplace- with pop-up stores by our amazing Rize D2C community lighting up the Bangalore and Gurgaon offices.
Every corner had something that captured the spirit of our founder community.
By the end of the day, the corridors were filled with shopping bags, laughter, and the unmistakable feeling that this- community, hustle, and connection- is what Rize is all about.
✨Festive Coupons of Joy✨
This Diwali, Razorpay employees got the ultimate festive boost- powered by our Rize D2C+ founders.
Over 30 Rize brands dropped exclusive deals, discounts, and festive treats just for Razorpay teams. From artisanal snacks and home décor to fashion, wellness, and pet care- there was something for everyone (and their shopping carts).
Feeling the FOMO? We got you- check out the Coupons of Joy flipbook and see what made this Diwali extra sweet.
✨Early Stage Startup Trends Report✨
We also dropped something special this month- our Early Stage Startup Trends Report- basically, a peek into what the next generation of Indian founders is building right now.
Rize receives over 1,000 startup applications every quarter. And it’s wild to see what that looks like up close- fresh ideas from Tier 2 towns, new business models, and founders betting on bold new categories.
So if you’ve ever wondered what the next big thing in India might look like, it’s all in here!
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.