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Dravisha Katoch

Dravisha Katoch

Early-stage investor @ Antler India, ex-operator & founder, all things consumer tech & AI

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Bangalore, India
Joined August 2025
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Dravisha Katoch is a dynamic early-stage investor and community builder at Antler India, where she leads the 'Before Day Zero' initiative, an invite-only community connecting aspiring founders. Her role involves scouting and supporting India's top talent, with a specific interest in consumer tech and AI. nitter+3
With a strong background in growth and marketing, Dravisha has demonstrated her ability to scale startups, achieving significant increases in revenue and website traffic for companies like Basis, leap.club, The Signal, Locale.ai, Leantrack, and Insino Ventures. She is skilled in multi-channel growth, product experience, and digital marketing strategies. weekday+2
Dravisha is a passionate advocate for mental health and women's empowerment. She founded Aida, a mental health initiative, and served as President of the Indian Chapter of Letter to Strangers, the world's largest youth-run mental health organization. Her work in this area has received commendation from prominent figures like Maneka Gandhi. weekday+2
As a founder of 'Learn for Less,' a non-profit ed-tech project, Dravisha demonstrates her commitment to social impact by providing affordable personal branding workshops and resources to marginalized college students, aiming to foster equal opportunities in their professional journeys. weekday+1
Dravisha is a 2x TEDx speaker and a sought-after speaker and mentor at various institutions. Her talks often cover personal branding, entrepreneurship, and overcoming challenges, reflecting her dedication to guiding the next generation of leaders. weekday+3
Dravisha holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science and Entrepreneurship from Ashoka University and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science. Her academic background, combined with her practical experience, showcases a strong foundation in both technical and business domains. weekday+1
Dravisha is an advocate for financial literacy and intentional spending, as highlighted in her essay 'The tweet, the decision, the rebuild.' She believes in balancing saving with creating memories and encourages her generation to adopt a 'YOLO with a plan' mindset towards finances and career risks. co

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The tweet, the decision, the rebuild

October 1, 2025

A personal essay reflecting on her relationship with money, her decision to spend all her savings on her wedding at 25, and her philosophy of balancing savings with experiences. It also touches upon Gen Z's approach to finance, career growth, and women's financial independence in India.

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Personal branding for growing your startup

July 1, 2021

A podcast episode where Dravisha Katoch, founder of 'Learn for Less', discusses the importance of building a personal brand for startup founders, managers, and employees.

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Powering through and rising above

April 1, 2021

TEDx talk by Dravisha Katoch discussing her journey from health concerns to adopting a positive approach, how she didn't let scores define her, and her active involvement in social issues. She also shares insights on lead generation, personal branding, and her early entrepreneurial experiences.

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Enjoys gaming, gym, sports, and collecting vinyl records. nitter

Passionate about health tech, sports tech, social impact, and consumer fintech. superdm

Runs a side hustle called dunkinducks.in. nitter

Enjoys cooking and trying to cook at home, emphasizing it as a core survival skill. nitter

Has a strong appreciation for Bangalore's trees and urban environment. nitter