About BAT VC
Our mission, values, and approach to empowering visionary founders
Mission and Values
At BAT VC, our mission is to empower visionary founders at the earliest stages of their journey by providing more than just capital—we offer deep strategic guidance, operational expertise, and unique access to global markets. We believe in founder-first investing, ensuring that our portfolio companies receive hands-on support in navigating product-market fit and scaling beyond borders.
Our core values drive our approach:
- Active Partnership – We engage deeply with founders to accelerate their success.
- Market Access – We specialize in unlocking cross-border opportunities, particularly between the US and India.
- AI-First Approach – We believe in the transformative power of AI and back founders leveraging its potential.
- Long-Term Vision – We invest in companies that have the ambition and resilience to become global category leaders.
Thesis
BAT VC is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on high-growth technology sectors, particularly AI, Fintech, and Enterprise SaaS. Our investment thesis is built on three core pillars:
US-India Shared Market Access
We bridge the gap between the two fastest-growing innovation ecosystems, enabling our portfolio companies to leverage the best of both markets.
AI-First Investing
AI is at the core of every industry's transformation. We back companies that leverage AI to build scalable, defensible, and differentiated products.
Product-Market Fit Focus
We invest early and actively support founders in refining their product-market fit, ensuring they are positioned for long-term success.
Investment Approach
We take a high-conviction, high-engagement approach to investing. Our strategy is centered on:
- Early-Stage Focus – We invest in Pre-Seed, Seed, and early Series A rounds, backing companies at the most crucial phase of their journey.
- Hands-On Partnership – We work closely with founders, providing strategic guidance on scaling, go-to-market execution, and fundraising.
- Cross-Border Growth – We help startups navigate the complexities of expanding between the US and India, leveraging our deep networks in both ecosystems.
- AI-Centric Strategy – We prioritize startups that integrate AI-driven innovation into their business models, helping them stay ahead in rapidly evolving industries.
Press Coverage
BAT VC, its General Partners and its portfolio companies have been featured in top-tier publications, highlighting our thought leadership, investments, and market insights. Our work has been covered by:
- TechCrunch
- Forbes
- Economic Times
- Inc42
- YourStory
- Business Insider
We frequently share our perspectives on the evolving US-India startup landscape, AI-driven innovation, and the future of venture capital on leading news channels.