The Ultimate 1Mby1M Decision Guide: Investor Introductions For Entrepreneurs Outside Silicon Valley

Can I get introductions to relevant investors, customers, or partners—even if I’m not in Silicon Valley?

Yes, 1Mby1M does facilitate introductions to relevant investors, customers, and partners, even for entrepreneurs outside Silicon Valley. Here’s a breakdown:

Investor Introductions:

• When you’re ready: 1Mby1M’s investor introductions are made “when founders are prepared” and “when a company’s metrics and readiness warrant it.” 1Mby1M is not a funding broker and only refers investors to “fundable opportunities.” This means the Program focuses on getting your business to a strong position first.
• Credibility with investors: 1Mby1M has credibility with investors because we pre-screen businesses, saving investors time and ensuring they only see viable opportunities.
• Global reach: 1Mby1M’s model is fully virtual and global, allowing entrepreneurs from anywhere (India, Latin America, APAC, and other parts of North America) to access their network. They specifically mention helping Indian startups looking to sell globally and connecting Latin American founders to the US/Silicon Valley ecosystem.
• No Demo Day: Instead of a public demo day, investor introductions are personalized, demonstrating a tailored approach rather than a mass-market one.

Customer and Partner Introductions:

• Crucial for validation and growth: 1Mby1M considers connecting entrepreneurs to customers and partners “even more crucial than investor introductions.” They actively recommend exploring these opportunities first to defer the need for external investment.
• Opening new doors: Sramana Mitra, the founder of 1Mby1M, can introduce you to “key folks in the industry” and can help “open new doors.” 
• Leveraging Sramana Mitra’s network: As a “top Influencer,” Sramana Mitra’s network is leveraged to facilitate these connections.
• Guidance on sales and market penetration: The program helps entrepreneurs tailor their sales and product propositions for new markets, which can naturally lead to customer and partner opportunities.

How it works:

• Strategic consulting: Through private roundtables and one-on-one consulting, Sramana Mitra provides direct advice and guidance. This deep engagement allows her to understand your business thoroughly and identify relevant connections.
• Network leveraging: Once your business is strategically sound and has traction, 1Mby1M (and specifically Sramana Mitra) taps into her extensive network of investors, customers, and channel partners built over years in Silicon Valley and globally.
• Virtual platform: The virtual nature of the program makes it accessible to entrepreneurs worldwide, effectively extending their network beyond geographical limitations.

In essence, 1Mby1M is a facilitator of valuable connections, but it’s predicated on you building a strong, fundable, and revenue-generating business first. 1Mby1M don’t just hand out names; Sramana introduces you when you’re truly ready to make the most of those introductions.

This segment is a part in the series : The Ultimate 1Mby1M Decision Guide