​About the Event

​Venue – Panel Room, 2nd Floor, Block II

​Date – 5th Nov 2026 | Time – 09:45 AM – 12:00 PM

​What makes an investor say yes to a startup? Behind every investment decision lies a process of evaluating opportunities, assessing risks, identifying potential, and deciding whether a business is worth backing.

​How VCs Say Yes: Inside an Investor's Decision is an interactive finance workshop that offers students an inside look at how venture capitalists evaluate startups and make investment decisions. Through practical insights and hands-on activities, participants will explore the thought process behind investment evaluation, understand what investors look for in promising businesses, and gain a clearer perspective on how venture capital works in practice.

​Please Note: Participants are required to bring their own laptops, as the workshop will include hands-on activities and practical exercises.

​Meet the Speaker

​Mr. Venkatesh Setty

​An accomplished professional associated with VCPlus, Mr. Venkatesh Setty brings industry insights into the world of venture capital and investment decision-making. Through this session, participants will have the opportunity to learn about the investor's perspective and understand the considerations that shape real-world investment decisions.

​What You'll Experience

• ​Understanding How Venture Capital Works

• ​Inside the Investor's Decision-Making Process

• ​Key Factors VCs Consider Before Investing

• ​Evaluating Startups and Identifying Investment Potential

• ​Understanding Risk, Returns and Business Viability

• ​Hands-on Activities and Practical Learning

• ​Live Interaction and Q&A with the Speaker

​Who Should Attend

• ​Students interested in finance and investment

• ​Aspiring entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts

• ​Students curious about venture capital and private markets

• ​Anyone looking to understand how investors evaluate business opportunities

​Why This Workshop Matters

​Venture capital is more than just funding businesses. It involves identifying potential, evaluating opportunities, understanding risks, and making informed investment decisions.

​This workshop offers participants an opportunity to step into the shoes of an investor, understand how venture capitalists think, and explore the factors that influence their decisions. With practical exposure and direct interaction with an industry professional, students will gain insights that go beyond classroom learning and develop a better understanding of the investment landscape.