Community Driver
From Community to Capital: ACSEL & AIPod Powering AI Innovation
ACSEL Technology Forum has partnered with AIPod, a platform designed by a founder, a mentorship-before-money investor syndicate powered by one of India’s strongest and fastest-growing AI communities. More than an investment vehicle, this partnership harnesses the collective strength of the community to offer early-stage founders hands-on mentorship, peer learning, and market access.
What began as a podcast and community by M.D. Ramaswami (MD) — a serial entrepreneur and former MD of Dell International Services — to explore AI’s real-world impact in India. As the show grew, so did the community: 1,200+ AI enthusiasts, founders, engineers, investors, and creators today form a vibrant ecosystem.
Through its curated network of experienced operators, angel investors, and product leaders, AIPod provides strategic guidance and resources to help solo founders and lean teams transform innovative AI concepts into investor-ready ventures. And ACSEL aims to be an integral part of this journey.