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🕰️ Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:31 - The US-India Saas Corridor
00:04:13 - Advantage of building Software in India
00:08:57 - Early GTM strategies for Companies
00:11:46 - How can Indian SaaS Companies compete in the US?
00:14:49 - Will the cost advantage of building software in India persist?
00:16:19 - Challenges faced by Indian Companies in the US.
00:21:21 - VC’s expectations before investing.
00:23:19 - When should SaaS companies target the US market?
00:28:15 - Finding Product Market Fit.
00:32:38 - Go-To Market Strategy
00:39:01 - Raising Funds in the US.
00:42:06 - Building a Great Network in US
00:48:30 - Future of India-US SaaS Corridor
00:50:14 - Conclusion
💡 Summary :
In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Chanchal Bhoorani from WestBridge Capital delves into the burgeoning US-India SaaS corridor. The discussion covers the advantages of developing software in India, early go-to-market strategies for startups, and how Indian SaaS companies can effectively compete in the US market. Bhoorani addresses the sustainability of India's cost advantage in software development and the challenges that Indian firms encounter in the US market. Key insights include VC expectations pre-investment, ideal timing for SaaS companies to target the US, and strategies for achieving product-market fit and raising funds in the US. Bhoorani also emphasizes the importance of building a strong network in the US and shares her perspective on the future of the India-US SaaS corridor. Tune in for valuable advice on navigating the global SaaS landscape and seizing growth opportunities.
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📍 About Chanchal:
Chanchal Bhoorani is an investor at WestBridge Capital, focusing on US-India Enterprise Software investments from their Silicon Valley office. WestBridge is a multi-stage investment firm with approximately $8 billion in evergreen capital.
Chanchal played a key role in sourcing Physics Wallah for their first round of financing, valuing the company at over $1 billion. She has also been instrumental in the firm's investment in Freshworks and other private deals.
Prior to WestBridge, Chanchal gained experience building large-scale B2B and B2C products. At Ola Cabs, India's leading ride-sharing company, she designed allocation and dynamic pricing algorithms as a product manager. She then led the product team for a fashion e-commerce marketplace in Southeast Asia during their high-growth period.
Chanchal holds a graduate degree from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and an engineering degree from IIT Varanasi. When not working, she volunteers with organizations supporting female education and employment. She also enjoys cheering for underdogs in Formula One racing, hiking, and hosting game nights.
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