A new wave of early-stage investing, ‘Cheque Zero’ funding empowers founders from idea to execution with fast decisions and empathetic mentorship. Pioneered by Eximius Ventures in 2021, it blends sector expertise with hands-on guidance. Led by Pearl Agarwal and Partner Preeti Nellore Sampat, the approach backs fintech, AI, and consumer tech startups through strategic and operational support.