Innovative Indian start-ups are invited to apply by September 27 to join this new online accelerator program targeting AgriTech, FoodTech, HeathTech and FinTech sectors.

The Chennai Angels (TCA) a leading angel investor network, and BEINC, one of the world’s leading global venture accelerators, today announced the launch of an online acceleration program for AgriTech & FoodTech, HealthTech, and FinTech start-ups, for which applications are now open.

The three-month intensive program will provide participating start-ups a minimum investment of 50,000 USD and the opportunity for further funding based on their performance and initial traction. Start-ups will be fully supported through their product development and will receive business and investor connection/matchmaking to facilitate growth.

"The Chennai Angels is delighted to partner with Brinc on this initiative to support start-ups in HealthCare, FinTech, AgriTech, and food processing industries. Not only will we be able to extend much-needed seed capital but also to expose start-ups to an elite network of mentors who will work with them to achieve initial revenue traction. TCA looks forward to the launch of TechBlazers with much anticipation, as we wait to see which of the start-ups successfully pass vetting and are invited to be part of this cohort.", said, Mr K Chandran, CEO of The Chennai Angels

TechBlazers is open to India-domiciled start-ups and will run virtually for three months. Start-ups will be, among other things, supported with:
  • Access to international and local mentors.
  • A full spectrum of manufacturing services in Asia
  • Sales and marketing strategies to help grow their businesses
  • Support to develop their business models
  • Negotiation mock sessions to improve skills in connecting with Investors
  • Pitch practice and support to improve pitch decks and promo materials
  • Multiple group and individual training sessions on technical feasibility, financial viability, and market desirability
In addition to funding received upon selection to the program, start-ups will benefit from access to Brinc and TCA’s extensive network of mentors, investors, corporates and industry experts. To support growth beyond the program graduates will get a dedicated Portfolio management team.

"Brinc is excited to launch this program with TCA and showcase our further commitment to the development of high-quality start-ups in India. Over the years we have seen the potential of the Indian ecosystem and we have been impressed by the quality of start-ups we have worked with. We are happy that this opportunity expands and cements our presence in India allowing us to join our global network of resources with TCA’s to help motivated founders solve the most challenging problems that India is facing," Said, Mikhail Zenchenkov, Program Director for India, Brinc

Application Information


Application Deadline is Sep 27, 2021.


Brinc is a global venture accelerator that runs 15+ sector-focused programs across six global locations. Over the years, Brinc has developed unique methodologies in scouting, selecting, and accelerating innovative start-ups to deliver value to our partners. Brinc also values post-program support and provides invaluable assistance beyond the runtime of their programs. Among Brinc partners are global governments, corporations, investors, and start-up graduates who have grown their ventures from pre-seed to Series A and beyond through the program. Learn more at www.brinc.io.

The Chennai Angels (TCA) is one of India’s leading Angel Investment Networks. In an effort to help a new generation of entrepreneurs, a group of prominent successful entrepreneurs came forward to form a consortium called The Chennai Entrepreneurship Trust Fund in Nov 2007, which is now The Chennai Angels (TCA). These members and those that followed have successfully built, run and in many cases exited enterprises across multiple domains. Besides providing capital, TCA members act as mentors for those venturing into the business world. TCA has among its members several Venture Capitalists who are available to partner with TCA on more significant outlays. TCA investors can handhold the entrepreneur through the fundraising life cycle and open doors to customers and partners of a very high order. As of today, TCA has invested over INR 110 Cr across 60+ Start-ups. Learn more at https://www.thechennaiangels.com

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