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๐ Why a US-Based Startup Founder Left Bengaluru Twice Within Months ๐ฎ๐ณ Dhruv Suyamprakasam, founder of iCliniq, relocated to Bengaluru but returned twice due to challenges. 1. Cultural Misalignment ๐๏ธ: Bengaluruโs fast-paced culture focused on rapid scaling clashed with the healthcare industryโs need for trust and accuracy. The pressure to achieve 100 paid consultations a day was unrealistic. 2. Investor Expectations ๐ธ: Demands for quick returns conflicted with iCliniqโs vision of delivering high-quality healthcare services. 3. Bias Against Non-IIT Founders ๐ฉโ๐ป: Suyamprakasam faced exclusion due to lacking an IIT degree and Hindi fluency, which affected networking opportunities. 4. Infrastructure Issues ๐: Poor internet and lack of a supportive startup community hindered growth in Coimbatore. 5. Need for Inclusivity ๐ค: Suyamprakasam advocates for a more inclusive startup ecosystem that values talent beyond educational and cultural backgrounds. 6. Advantages of Smaller Cities ๐: Lower costs, sustainable growth, and personal development opportunities attracted Suyamprakasam to Coimbatore. ๐ While Bengaluru offers venture capital and networking, Suyamprakasam believes aligning with a cityโs culture and needs is key to startup success.
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