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First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Startup Company name *

Startup Company Website URL

Startup Headquarters Location (City / State)*

Briefly introduce your startup/idea (2-3 lines)*

Describe the problem your startup addresses (approximately 50 words)*

Describe the solution your startup provides to the identified problem (approximately 50 words)*

Identify your startup's target audience*

Specify the industry your startup operates in*

What is your startup's current stage?*
IdeaPrototypeLive with usersFunded by 3rd party investorsRevenue positiveOther

Other

Do you have a minimum viable product (MVP) and will you be able to present a demo to the audience*
YesNo

Age of your startup company (in years)*

Have you secured more than $500,000 in funding for your startup?*
YesNo

Which Tamil Sangam in North America are you or one of your Startup company founders a member of?*
Note:

1. Endorsement would be required upon selection

2. Enter City, State, Country, if you are NOT a member of any Tamil Sangam in North America. Please express your interest via email to fitenchair@fetna.org

Upload your startup's pitch deck (Max 15MB, Filetype PPT or PDF)*

Do you agree to the below-listed criteria for submission of this application?*


Eligibility Criteria to Submit:

• Startups should clearly outline the Problem, Solution, and Target Audience

• Startups must be younger than 2 years

• Startups should not have raised funds above $500,000

• One of the startup founders should be a member of one of the Tamil Sangams in North America (Exceptions can be availed for Non-North America residents)

Preferred Criteria for Shortlisting:

• We prefer startups to have a minimum viable product

• Business models should have the potential for scalability

• Including the Business Model Canvas with the submission is appreciated

• We highly value startups that offer a distinct, competitive unique value proposition

• Including the Value Proposition Canvas with the submission is appreciated

• Including the Target Market Size with the submission is appreciated

• Startups with a team of diverse skills and industry expertise are preferred

• Startups that apply early will be given preference in the selection process

YesNo