Llama Battleground 2025
Happy Llama 2025 AI Startup Competition Early-Stage Startups Equity-Free Funding Startup Pitch Event AI Innovation Venture Capital Networking Startup Expo Tech Founders
a launchpad for AI startups aiming to make a global impact. Finalists will pitch to a panel of top VCs and industry experts, gaining invaluable feedback and exposure.
Llama Battleground is the ultimate startup competition at Happy Llama 2025, showcasing the top early-stage AI startups from across the globe. Whether you're an emerging innovator or a seasoned founder, this is your chance to shine in front of industry leaders, top-tier investors, and a global audience.
a launchpad for AI startups aiming to make a
global impact. Finalists will pitch to a
panel of top VCs and industry experts,
gaining invaluable feedback and exposure.
Meet the startups
pitching at
Llama Battleground.
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expect more than 50 AI startups to
participate in Llama Battleground. Submit
your nominations
Meet the judges
at Llama Battleground.
Ankit Kedia
Founder and Lead Investor at Capital- A
Rahul Agarwalla
Managing Partner at SenseAI Ventures
Shubham Jhuria
Partner & CFO at Aeravti Ventures
Ashish Taneja
Founder & CEO at Growx Ventures
Mayuresh Raut
Co-founder & Managing Partner at Seafund
Vikram Ramasubramanian
Partner at Inflection Point Ventures
Saurav Swaroop
Co-Founder, CTO at Velocity
Priyanka Agarwal Chopra
Managing Partner and CEO, IIMA Ventures
Sayantan Sarkar
Vice president at Stellaris Venture Partners
Chitranjan Jain
Investor at Accel
Priyank Garg
Managing Partner at IAN Alpha Fund
Venkat Raju
CEO at Turbostart Global
Poojit Jain
Co-founder at Eaglewings Venture
Gowri Shankar
Associate Partner at Antler India
Ashwin Raguraman
Cofounder & Partner at Bharat Innovation Fund
Sohil Bhagat
Managing Director at pi Ventures
Aniketh MJ
VP Investments at IvyCapVentures
Karan Mittal
Managing Partner, Caret^Capital & Ev2 Ventures
Ravi Srivastava
Partner, Leo Capital
Anoop Menon
Principal, Investments, Chiratae Ventures
Sonal Saldanha
VP Investments at 3one4 Capital
Llama Battleground Benefits
Complimentary Startup Passes
for your team to access all sessions and events.
Brand Visibility
Featured in the event app, website and all AIM promotional materials.
10-Minute Fast Pitch
on the Startup Showcase Stage.
Exclusive Networking Opportunities
with investors and industry pioneers.
Llama AI Innovation Awards
The Top 10 Startups from the Battleground pitches will receive recognition at the Happy Llama 2025 main stage.
Lead Generation Tools
to connect with potential clients and partners.
Who can apply?
Early-stage, pre-Series A AI startups from
any industry vertical are welcome.
Is there a cost to participate?
Participation in Llama Battleground is completely free.
Become a Llama Battleground Judge
Join the ranks of industry pioneers and venture capital leaders as a judge at Llama Battleground 2025. This exclusive opportunity allows you to:
- Spot the Next Big AI Startup: Be among the first to discover groundbreaking innovations and visionary founders poised to disrupt industries.
- Shape the Future of AI: Provide critical feedback and guidance to early-stage startups, helping them refine their strategies and scale their businesses.
- Network with Top Investors and Founders: Connect with like-minded leaders, expand your professional network, and gain access to the brightest minds in the AI ecosystem.
- Exclusive Access: Enjoy VIP access to the Battleground Room, reserved for judges, sponsors, and select attendees.
How to Become a Judge
To join the judging panel, you must be an industry expert, seasoned founder, or investor with a proven track record in the startup or AI ecosystem. You can also secure your spot as a judge by sponsoring the event, gaining unmatched exposure and credibility.
Help shape the future of AI startups at Happy Llama 2025. Apply today to become a Llama Battleground Judge!
Note: Llama Battleground is closed door engagement and is accessible only to the judges.
