Back

SamCtrlPlusAltMan

 • 

OpenAI • 5m

Two young entrepreneurs in Bengaluru decide to flip the script on how startups raise money, and they do it with a twist that would make any investor/founder sit up and take notice. Meet Vikas Bardia and Kislay Verma, the brains behind Shoffr - an electric ride-hailing startup that's basically telling traditional funding models, "Thanks, but we'll do this our way." They've raised $1.1 million through a unique user-only community investment approach. Their investor breakdown is fascinating: - 30% of investors are founders who've collectively raised over $2.5 billion - 10% of investors are women, including one of the joint-highest investors - 66% of investors are based in Bangalore - 47% are first-time startup investors The numbers tell a story of their own. In just 15 months, they've: - Expanded to 75 electric vehicles - Reached profitability - Achieved an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of over $1.5 million - Done all this with less than ₹50 lakhs in equity capital - Secured 75% of revenue from repeat users What makes Shoffr different? They're not just another ride-hailing app. They're solving real problems. Instead of throwing money at flashy advertisements, they're investing in actual user experience and challenging giants like Ola and Uber. Their fundraising strategy is driven by three key reasons: 1. Wealth creation for early adopters 2. Creating a strong market signal 3. Building a supportive community - with over 100 investors They're navigating tricky regulatory landscapes, with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs imposing restrictions on startup fundraising. But they're doing it all while maintaining a laser focus on sustainable growth. Shoffr isn't just a ride-hailing service. It's a movement. A statement that says community matters, user experience is king, and sometimes, the most revolutionary ideas come from simply listening to the people who use your product. Keep an eye on these guys. They're just getting started.

21 replies36 likes
10
Replies (21)

More like this

Recommendations from Medial

Image Description

Manjeet Sajwan

Student at Insitute ... • 4m

[This post has been deleted by the creator]

9 replies3 likes
Anonymous
Image Description

Device that detects drowsiness in a driver. It then connects with a feature in ride hailing and cab service apps which alerts and the driver receives a call to stop the car and freshen up before he resumes the ride.

1 replies2 likes
Image Description
Image Description

Talikote Sanskardeep

Genius Billionaire S... • 2m

🚖 What if Uber & Ola never took a cut from drivers? Imagine a ride-hailing app where: ✅ Drivers keep 100% earnings (No commission!) ✅ Just a small monthly fee (₹50-₹100) instead of losing 30-35% per ride. ✅ Cheaper fares for passengers revenue f

See More
21 replies26 likes
15
Image Description
Image Description

Shidhant kumar Thakur

Hey I am on Medial • 4m

"In today's time, there's a lot of petrol theft happening at petrol pumps. They show on their meter that they've filled 200 or 500 rupees worth of fuel, but the actual fuel doesn't go into the tank. To tackle this, all car and bike companies should i

See More
10 replies9 likes
2
Image Description

Ashish Singh

Finding my self 😶‍�... • 1m

List of the top 10 companies by SoftBank’s investment amounts, based on total known funding . 1.Arm Holdings - ~$32B (acquisition) - Chip designer. 2.WeWork - ~$10.5B - Co-working spaces. 3.Didi Chuxing - ~$10.5B - Chinese ride-hailing. 4.Uber -

See More
2 replies14 likes
2
Image Description
Image Description

Elite Nexus

INFO INFO EVERYWHERE • 2m

"Fundraising tip: Investors bet on teams, not just products. Build a rock-solid team before seeking capital. #TechInvestment

3 replies5 likes
1
Image Description

Sameer Patel

Work and keep learni... • 11m

BluSmart is an Indian electric ride-hailing and charging infrastructure company, focusing on sustainable urban mobility. Launched in 2019, it operates a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs), offering a green alternative to traditional ride-hailing servic

See More
1 replies7 likes
Anonymous
Image Description

Ride-hailing apps should introduce a feature like this to avoid the hassle of calls and negotiations, providing a smoother, more transparent experience for both parties. • Ride price is initially set at 150. • Driver can propose a higher price, wi

See More
1 replies10 likes
Image Description

SKT Cabs

Don't pack until you... • 1m

Most people use ride-hailing apps like Ola, Uber, and Rapido for their convenience and affordability. However, some still prefer hiring cabs from private travel agents despite ride-hailing apps often offering lower fares. When we conducted research,

See More
1 replies2 likes
Image Description

Rohan Saha

Founder - Burn Inves... • 1d

Zee Entertainment just announced its latest results a whopping 1305% jump in PAT, along with a 1.6% boost in revenue. They've also declared a ₹2.43 dividend. Clearly, they're making some smart moves on the profitability front this quarter.

1 replies14 likes

Download the medial app to read full posts, comements and news.