What happens when a group of passionate AI innovators and builders come together to exchange ideas, challenge the status quo, and push the boundaries of innovation? SaaSBoomi’s IndAI Demos, hosted in January at the Fractal office in Mumbai, was exactly that—a gathering of founders, experts, and AI enthusiasts exploring the next big leaps in AI. More than just a showcase, it was a playground for bold ideas and transformative insights, creating ripple effects that could shape the future of AI.
As a founder building in AI (SmartCounsel.AI), I knew this event was not just an opportunity to showcase our work but a space to learn, grow, and connect.
The Heart of the IndAI Demos
The energy was electric as the event began and the stage was set for a day of discovery, with six early-stage AI startups ready to showcase their products and seek insights and guidance from the experts gathered.
What made the day truly special wasn’t just the impressive startups or the experienced experts and enthusiasts—though they were outstanding—but the genuine atmosphere of trust and collaboration. Every founder had their moment to shine, guided by a panel of seasoned leaders like Srikanth Velamakanni (Co-founder, Fractal.ai), Aakrit Vaish (Advisor, IndiaAI Mission), Sharad Sanghi (CEO, Neysa Networks), Sandeep Shah (CEO, InVideo), and Himanshu Nautiyal (CPO, Fractal.ai). The focus was on fostering innovation, sharing knowledge, and helping each idea reach its full potential.
Stories of Innovation and Impact
Each startup brought something unique: a fresh take on solving age-old problems or tackling new ones born in a fast-changing world.
1. Cohesiv
Cohesiv, co-founded by Dinesh Agarwal, is transforming how software vendors expand their products by enabling them to build and integrate powerful, AI-driven features with ease. Users can create complete workflows in plain English and seamlessly embed them into existing software to deliver enhanced functionality. Cohesiv also supports integration with external data sources via APIs and provides the flexibility to store data in MySQL within the platform. With its single-screen interface, chat, and voice interaction capabilities, and language-agnostic design, Cohesiv empowers vendors to innovate faster and unlock new possibilities for their software.
2. Clootrack
Clootrack, co-founded by Subbakrishna Rao, is revolutionizing how businesses understand and improve customer experiences by addressing the challenge of extracting meaningful insights from vast amounts of feedback. Companies often struggle to pinpoint the exact causes of declining satisfaction metrics like NPS and CSAT. Clootrack’s AI-powered platform analyzes customer conversations in real-time, identifying critical patterns and actionable insights hidden within the data.
By enabling organizations to understand customer sentiment at its core, Clootrack empowers them to make informed decisions that enhance loyalty, reduce churn, and stay ahead in a competitive market.
3. SmartCounsel
At SmartCounsel, our journey into legal tech is focused on solving the problems law professionals face in the USA. Solo attorneys, small and medium-sized law firms, and corporate legal departments in the U.S. struggle with workflow inefficiencies due to fragmented and outdated tools.
SmartCounsel solves these issues with an AI-powered, end-to-end Operating System designed for the legal profession. Our platform automates key tasks like case analysis, juror evaluation, legal research, and drafting while streamlining operations such as calendaring, billing, and payments. This boosts efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances productivity.
Currently, we are focused on addressing the needs of Personal Injury and Mass Tort attorneys through a workflow-driven Operating System tailored to their specific challenges.
4. Hotlines
Hotlines, created by Avi Vaid, make B2C communication effortless with an AI-native integrated suite of omnichannel agents.
This innovative platform is designed to streamline and simplify how businesses interact with their customers across multiple channels. By leveraging advanced AI capabilities, Hotlines ensures seamless, personalized, and real-time communication, enhancing customer satisfaction and engagement.
5. Goodmeetings
Goodmeetings, represented by co-founder Alok Mishra, is transforming virtual sales interactions by addressing the productivity challenges faced by sales teams. In a world dominated by remote communication, sales professionals often struggle to make impactful connections and efficiently close deals. Goodmeetings integrates AI-powered tools to enhance every aspect of virtual sales meetings, from call transcriptions and action item automation to performance insights and engagement tracking.
By equipping sales teams with intelligent tools, Goodmeetings empowers them to deliver compelling pitches, build strong client relationships, and drive faster deal closures in a digital-first environment.
5. WeCP
WeCP, led by Abhishek Kaushik, is redefining technical recruitment by solving the complexities of assessing and hiring top tech talent. Recruiters often grapple with inefficient processes and mismatched candidates due to generic assessments. WeCP’s platform delivers customized technical evaluations that simulate real-world scenarios, focusing on the problem-solving skills and expertise that truly matter.
By streamlining the evaluation process, WeCP helps organizations identify the right candidates efficiently, ensuring that hiring decisions are both accurate and impactful in a competitive talent landscape.
Every demo was a window into the future, with founders articulating their solutions and the profound problems they were solving.
Takeaways that stick
One insight resonated deeply with me and many others as the day unfolded: focus matters.
The experts emphasized the need for startups to adopt a verticalized approach—zeroing in on a well-defined ideal customer profile (ICP) while staying nimble.
For SmartCounsel.AI, this struck a chord. We have always believed in the power of clarity, and this feedback sharpened our understanding of where to aim next.
Beyond the invaluable advice, the camaraderie stood out. Founders openly shared their struggles, wins, and dreams—a powerful reminder that while the journey can feel lonely, the ecosystem is vibrant and supportive.
As the day ended, I felt immense pride—not just for our work at SmartCounsel.AI but for being part of a movement larger than any one startup. The IndAI Demos weren’t just about showcasing AI products; they were about laying the groundwork for India’s future in AI innovation.
The collaborative spirit, the relentless execution, and the generosity of experts willing to share their hard-earned wisdom—this is what SaaSBoomi stands for. It’s not just an event; it’s a call to action for every founder who dares to dream big.
To anyone building in this space: join us. The road is challenging, but with events like these, you’re never walking it alone. Let’s innovate, collaborate, and redefine what’s possible—together.
