Looking for a business co-founder for blockchain fintech startup (India-focused)
Building a platform that helps small manufacturers and suppliers get paid immediately instead of waiting 60-90 days for their invoices. (I'm dead sure this will be huge)
The problem: In India, ₹10 lakh crore is locked in unpaid invoices every year. 63 million small businesses have sold their products, delivered their services, but are waiting months to get paid. Meanwhile they need cash today to pay employees and buy raw materials for the next order. Banks won't give them loans without collateral. Existing platforms require bank partnerships which 98% of these businesses don't have.
The solution: Blockchain-based escrow that automates the entire process. Investors fund invoices, businesses get cash immediately, buyers pay at the original due date, smart contracts handle settlement automatically. No middlemen, no manual approvals, no one blocking funds.
Current status: Product is live and functional. Competed internationally, placed well. In talks with Team1 India for initial funding and ecosystem support. College incubator is considering us for their next cohort. Currently talking to pilot customers in the manufacturing belt.
What I'm looking for:
A business-focused co-founder who can handle customer acquisition, investor conversations, and navigating regulatory pathways. Ideally someone with a stable job (shows commitment) who can dedicate real time to this. Don't need technical skills, but you should understand why decentralization matters for trust.
I'm technical - built everything myself. Need someone who complements the business side.
Market opportunity: ₹8-10 lakh crore TAM. Government's own platform reached 1.4% adoption in 7 years. We're targeting the other 98.6%.
If you're in India, get fintech or B2B, and want to solve a massive real-world problem, let's talk.