IVCA Academy Masterclass | #VC101 Online: Building Venture Outcomes – The Journey from Early Conviction to Exits
In this exclusive IVCA Academy #VC101 Masterclass, join Manu Chandra, Founder & Managing Partner, Sauce VC, as he shares the investment philosophy behind building one of India's leading early-stage consumer-focused venture firms. Following Sauce VC's recent reported ₹500–550 crore exit from Innovist through L'Oréal's acquisition, one of the firm's largest exits to date, the session will unpack how early-stage investors identify category-defining founders, build conviction before the market does, and create venture outcomes that generate long-term value.
Founded in 2019, Sauce VC is a high-conviction, consumer-focused venture fund with an AUM of ₹2,500+ crore. Manu has backed some of India's most successful consumer brands including Innovist, Mokobara, The Whole Truth Foods, Hocco Ice Creams, Epigamia, and XYXX supporting many of them from idea stage through scale. Prior to founding Sauce VC, he was an Investment Director at 3i Group and is an alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, where he was a Ratan Tata Scholar.
The masterclass will explore how to build differentiated investment theses, develop early conviction, construct high-performing portfolios, scale venture platforms, and navigate the journey from first cheque to successful exits. Designed for emerging and first-time fund managers, micro VCs, and venture ecosystem participants, the session will offer practical lessons on building enduring venture firms and delivering meaningful investment outcomes.
Who should attend?
Emerging and first-time fund managers
Micro VCs and early-stage investors
Venture ecosystem participants
Professionals interested in venture capital and fund management
Session Format
45-minute presentation
15-minute live Q&A
Whether you are launching your first fund, refining your investment strategy, or looking to deepen your understanding of venture fund management, this session will provide actionable insights from one of India's leading early-stage investors.
Program Details:
• Date: 8 July 2026
• Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM IST
• Platform: Zoom (joining details will be shared with registered participants)
The webinar recording will be made available exclusively on the IVCA Academy platform for registered learners.