For over three decades, TiE has been shaping the global startup ecosystem. With 61 global chapters, 15,000+ members, and 3,000+ investors, TiE has helped scale some of the most successful startups.
Now, TiE HyperGrowth Circle (THC) brings together founders of startups that have achieved product-market fit, top investors, and industry leaders to provide the mentorship, capital access, and strategic network startups need to accelerate their success.
If your startup has $1M ARR or $1M+ in funding, this is where your next level of growth begins.
Annual Membership Fee: ₹50,000 per startup, granting access for up to two team members to join the program.
Spots are limited. Apply today!
Gain direct insights from entrepreneurs who have scaled to $50M to $500M ARR and know the path to sustainable growth.
Get real-world strategies from CXOs and industry veterans who have successfully navigated funding rounds, market expansion, and operational scaling.
Connect with top-tier venture capitalists managing $50M to $500M funds who are actively investing in growth-stage startups.
Join exclusive investor roundtables designed to drive funding conversations, not just introductions.
Learn fundraising, branding, go-to-market strategies, AI, and more from industry experts.
Access high-impact workshops, executive coaching, and panel discussions tailored for scaling startups.
Join a selective network of startup founders who are building the next wave of industry disruptors.
Exchange insights, forge powerful partnerships, and gain strategic allies who help you scale faster.
THC is an invite-only program, designed for high-growth startups ready to scale. The selection process ensures that only the most promising founders gain access to this exclusive ecosystem.
Startups must submit their applications online. Each startup can nominate up to two people to join the program.
Shortlisted applicants will undergo a panel interview with TiE leaders, investors, and successful founders.
The selection panel evaluates business potential, scalability, and founder vision before accepting startups into the program.
Once selected, startups will be required to pay the ₹50,000 annual membership fee. This fee covers the rigorous selection process, panel interviews, and access to an exclusive network of investors and mentors.
Successful applicants will officially join THC and gain access to mentorship, investor networks, and growth-focused masterclasses.
Founders will be matched with mentors and investors based on industry, growth stage, and business needs.
THC is for founders who are serious about scaling, funding, and building a market-leading company.
We are looking for seasoned founders, CXOs, and industry veterans who have:
Deep Market & Growth Expertise: Knowledge in scaling operations, raising capital, or international expansion.
2 Hours per Month to Engage: Join structured group mentorship sessions with high-potential startups.
Built & Scaled a Business: Experience in growing companies to $25M-$100M ARR.
A Passion for Giving Back: A commitment to sharing insights that help startups succeed.
If this sounds like you, HGSC is your opportunity to shape the future of India’s startup ecosystem.
THC provides access to the people who have built, scaled, and funded some of the most successful startups.
THC ensures that every founder is paired with the right mentors and
investors to maximize impact and growth potential.
THC provides access to the people who have built, scaled, and funded some of the most successful startups.
| Mentor Name | Designation | Industry Expertise | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nilesh Patel | Founder, LeadSquared | SaaS, Growth Strategies | Built LeadSquared into a global SaaS leader; knows how to scale products and accelerate sales. |
| Utham Gowda | Founder, Captain Fresh | D2C, Fundraising | Raised over $50M to disrupt the seafood supply chain; expert in high-speed scaling and investment strategy. |
| Srikanth Iyer | Co-founder, HomeLane | Consumer Tech, Business Scaling | Disrupted home interiors, scaling HomeLane into an industry leader with data-driven growth tactics. |
| Kunal Shah | Founder, CRED | Fintech, Market Expansion | Built CRED into a billion-dollar fintech company; knows how to create products that drive massive adoption. |
| Deepinder Goyal | Founder, Zomato | Marketplaces, Global Scaling | Built CRED into a billion-dollar fintech company; knows how to create products that drive massive adoption. |
| Investor Name | Designation | Firm | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudhir Sethi | Managing Partner | Chiratae Ventures | One of India’s top VCs; has backed 100+ sTtartups and knows what it takes to attract the right investors. |
| Rajan Anandan | Managing Director | Peak XV (exSequoia India) | Early investor in many top startups; brings deep expertise in market expansion. |
| Vani Kola | Founder & Managing Partner | Kalaari Capital | Backed category-defining startups; expert in founder-building and growth strategy. |
| Prashanth Prakash | Partner | Accel India | One of the key players behind India’s biggest tech startups; brings unmatched investor insights. |
| Sanjay Nath | Co-founder & Partner | Blume Ventures | Invests in high-growth startups and helps them scale faster through strong investor networks. |
THC ensures that every founder is paired with the right mentors and investors to maximize impact and growth potential.
Apply NowTHC, backed by TiE’s global network, provides startups with structured mentorship, direct investor connects, and high-impact learning sessions.
Startups submit applications for evaluation. Selection is based on business potential, traction, and scalability.
Build relationships and get feedback from investors with a fund size of $50 million - $1B
Get group mentoring with founders who have scaled Rs. 100+ crore startups, successful founders, and top business leaders.
Learn fundraising strategies, market expansion, product scaling, and operational efficiency from experts who have done it before.
Gain exclusive access to TiE’s global ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
Through TiE’s vast experience in nurturing startups, THC gives founders the tools, insights, and relationships needed to grow and thrive.
