Smart Growth Without Diluting Equity
A results-oriented business growth framework focusing on how founders can achieve exponential growth without giving away ownership. The session will guide entrepreneurs through funding alternatives, strategic partnerships, and operational excellence
Duration
3 Days
Facilitator
Sam Kundu
Focus
Equity-preserving growth strategies
Sam Kundu
Expert in bootstrapped scaling and equity preservation strategies. Has helped 100+ startups achieve growth without external dilution.
SUBTOPICS
Non-dilutive funding options (grants, revenue-based financing, etc.)
Smart scaling and reinvestment strategies
Revenue maximization techniques
Leveraging partnerships and collaborations
Operational efficiency and profit retention
Workshop Structure
1. Welcome and Context (15 mins)
Icebreaker: “What’s your Franchise dream?”
Overview of India’s Franchising boom (Education, food, wellness, retail)
Workshop Goals: Clarity, frameworks, Action Plan
2. Foundation of Franchising (30 mins)
Definitions: Franchisor, Franchisee, master franchise, area developer
Types of franchising: Product, business format, conversion
Global Vs Indian Franchising trends
Case studies: Successful Indian Franchises (eg EuroKids, Giani’s, FirstCry)
3. Strategic Fit and Readiness (30 mins)
Franchise readiness Scorecard
o Brand Strength o Replication of Operations o Profitability per unit o Leadership Bandwidth o Training Capability