The AI Forge India Launch Event will serve as a launchpad for AI Forge India – subsidiary of AI Forge London, a global AI incubator that has empowered next-generation founders across continents. AI Forge India will introduce to the Indian AI startup ecosystem, a globally proven model of venture incubation that helps founders transform high-potential AI concepts into scalable, investor-ready businesses. Through mentorship, access to capital, and a network of global experts, AI Forge India aims to accelerate India’s most promising AI ventures and connect them to international markets and funding opportunities.
The event will serve as a dynamic platform for AI startup founders, investors, industry experts, and ecosystem enablers to connect, collaborate, and accelerate the AI innovation journey.
As AI technologies rapidly reshape industries and create new business paradigms, this summit focuses on empowering startups with actionable insights, access to capital, mentorship, and market opportunities. Attendees will engage in thought-provoking keynotes, founder-led sessions, investor panels, and hands-on workshops that cover everything from AI product development and go-to-market strategies to funding and scaling challenges.
This event aims to spotlight pioneering work AI Forge has been doing in London in building the AI startup ecosystem, fostering strategic partnerships, and inspiring the next generation of AI entrepreneurs to build impactful, globally competitive solutions. With the launch of the India chapter, AI Forge is expected to drive India’s leadership in the global AI revolution.
Join us at this event to step into the future of entrepreneurship and investment as Eqclique and AI Forge India redefine how innovation meets capital, building a stronger, smarter, and more connected AI ecosystem for the world.
Who Should Attend
- AI Startup Founders and Co-Founders looking to scale their ventures
- Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors specializing in AI and deep tech
- Corporate Innovation Heads seeking AI partnerships and investments
- Technology Experts and AI Researchers exploring latest trends and collaborations
- Entrepreneurs and Early-Stage Startups in the AI ecosystem
- Accelerators, Incubators, and Startup Enablers supporting AI innovation
- Industry Consultants and Advisors focusing on AI strategy and implementation
- Policy Makers and Regulators interested in AI’s economic impact
- Technology Service Providers offering AI platforms, tools, and solutions
12:30
Registration & Lunch
14:00
Welcome Remarks
Aditya Gadge, Founder, Priwexus | Equalifi | Eqclique
14:15
Investors Panel : Why AI? Why India? Why Now?
Confirmed:
Sharda Balaji, Founder, Novojuris (Session Chair)
Vinod Shankar, Co-founder & Partner, Java Capital
Srini Vudayagiri, President, The Times of India & Head of Brand Capital / Brand Estate
Ravindra Krishnappa, General Partner, July Ventures
Inviting
Madalasa Venkataraman Senior Director, Data Science/Data Engineering Unity, CX Marketing, Oracle
15:15
Launch- AI Forge India
Confirmed:
Craig Massey , Global CEO & Co-Founder AI Forge
15:30
Founder Stories: Journey from Idea to Scale
16:00
End of Day
Aditya Gadge
Founder
Priwexus | Equalifi | Eqclique
Craig Massey
Global CEO & Co-Founder
AI Forge
Sharda Balaji
Founder
Novojuris
Ravindra Krishnappa
General Partner
July Ventures
Vinod Shankar
Co-founder & Partner
Java Capital
Srini Vudayagiri
President
The Times of India & Head of Brand Capital / Brand Estate
Event Participation Guideline
All Eqclique events follow a “no visiting cards” policy. Delegates are not permitted to exchange or distribute business cards during the event to help preserve confidentiality, prevent unsolicited business solicitation, and protect delegates’ privacy and contact information.