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Spark

Spark is Peak XV’s program that identifies and shapes future leaders while building a community of women founders.
The Spark Fellowship
The Spark Fellowship is a four-month long program that includes a USD 100K equity-free grant. It is open to all female founders who are in the early stages of starting up. Founders will get access to domain knowledge, mentorship, and exclusive events. Learn more about Spark below. Applications for Spark 03 are now closed.

What's in it for you?

Access to like-minded founders

Mentorship from Investment Advisors, Operators and Founders

$100,000 grant for 15 startups each year

Spark Cohorts at a Glance

Welcoming 16 Innovative Founders to Spark 03

by Team Peak XV
Spark 03
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Meet the Mission-Driven Founders of Sequoia Spark 02

by Team Sequoia India & SEA (Now known as Peak XV)
Sequoia Spark
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Meet the first cohort of the Sequoia Spark Fellowship for female founders

by Team Sequoia India & SEA (Now known as Peak XV)
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FAQs
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Mentors
One-on-one mentorship with Peak XV founders and the Peak XV team
Meet the Mentors

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What the Spark Community Has to Say

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It’s empowering to be in the company of women across Asia that took the leap of faith that is entrepreneurship and are enjoying the climb that is building.

Twinkle Uppal, Hoop

With the help of mentors and workshops provided by Sequoia Southeast Asia, I have learnt so much and have much more courage! Together we spark the fire!

Fannie Lin, Ailiverse

Truly grateful to Sequoia for getting Avataar into Spark 2. Highly recommend the program to all the women entrepreneurs who are trying to make a difference!

Saumya Misra, Avataar

Like we say, "It takes a village to raise a child". I have been very lucky to find one such village with everyone in the Spark fellowship this year.

Akriti Gupta, Jollee

Running a startup requires a diverse set of hats; and the program has touched on all hats in such an immeasurable and transformative experience…

Carina Lukito, Little Joy

Spark 03 concluded last week, and it was an honour to be one among the 16 female founders selected for this year! And, what an exposure – got to know…

Dr. Renita Rajan, Chosen

Spark takes you on a journey, whether you are a pre-revenue founder, or someone who has spent a decade operating with tons of revenue, there's something for all…

Anshita Mehrotra, Fix My Curls

I would like every female founder in APAC, to know about Peak XV Partners Spark Fellowship. Why? Who would not want unlimited world class mentorship from Peak XV..

Carla Penn-Kahn, Profit Peak

Meet Our Spark Founders

Spark 01

Spark 02

Spark 03
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