This year, we've hosted a series of successful Office Hours in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, and Cologne. We've met with some of the most innovative and passionate founders. And we're excited to continue to connect with more pioneering startups.
Therefore, we're glad to announce another Office Hour, which will be held in Hyderabad, India, during IGDC 2024. We invite early-stage companies focused on community-centric and AI-driven innovation to join us for this unique opportunity!
Our commitment to community-centric innovation
At GFR Fund, we believe in the transformative power of community engagement. We seek out founders who understand the importance of creating and nurturing vibrant digital ecosystems around their products. By prioritizing community-centric innovation, we aim to support entrepreneurs who are not only building groundbreaking products but also cultivating loyal and engaged user bases.
Our portfolio companies, such as Omeda Studios and RTFKT, exemplify the impact of strong community-building. Engaging with their communities early and often has driven their product development, user loyalty, and overall growth. These successes highlight the value of prioritizing community from the start.
Learn more about why we value community-building in entrepreneurship!
We are always exploring emerging markets
While our roots are firmly anchored in the gaming, entertainment, and consumer tech sectors, our vision of those sectors extends globally. We’re driven by a deep commitment to fostering innovation not only in the U.S. but all around the world.
This global perspective is reflected not only in our investment themes but also in our portfolio companies. Supergaming was our first investment in India. We've also backed STAN and Mainstreet since then. In other emerging markets, we’ve invested in PriyoShop in Bangladesh, the Columbian company GGS.io, as well as Vendease in Africa.
As we continue to expand our investment vision and global footprint, we look forward to partnering with visionary entrepreneurs, creative minds, and trailblazing startups from diverse backgrounds and regions.
IGDC Office Hour: an unique opportunity for community- and AI-driven startups
We're excited to host our sixth Office Hour in Hyderabad, India during IGDC 2024. This event is open to early-stage startups in gaming, entertainment, Generative AI, the creator economy, and media & brands. We invite founders seeking expert advice, constructive feedback, and support in their development journey to join us.
During the Office Hours, two of our team members will hold 20-minute one-on-one sessions. They will offer mentorship, discuss potential fundraising opportunities, and provide personalized insights to help startups refine their strategies and accelerate their growth.
Event details and application forms
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 2PM - 7PM IST
Location: Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre [Additional details to be shared with accepted applicants]
Hosts: Yasushi Komori, Jeremy Lim
Slots: Limited to 20 (applications will be screened)
Application Due Date: November 7, 2024, end of day
Submit your application here:
If you're a founder eager to leverage the expertise of industry leaders and gain valuable feedback to propel your venture forward, we encourage you to apply through the embedded form above.
We look forward to connecting with visionary entrepreneurs who value the power of community and AI-driven innovation. Join us on this exciting journey to reshape the future of digital media and entertainment! Submit your application through the form today!
