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The team has a ‘beginners mindset’ that creates a humbling atmosphere where everyone was constantly willing to learn.
One of the defining learnings from my time at Lightbox was the importance of thinking in frameworks. As I set out to encapsulate my 14 weeks at the firm, I thought to myself, why not apply a framework to my experience?
To that end, 4 C’s define my time at Lightbox – Collaboration, Culture, Camaraderie, and….Coffee.
I’ll start by getting ‘Coffee’ out of the way. Kalaghoda Special Blend, Blue Tokai, and Black Baza are a few of the offerings. In essence, if you’re a coffee lover – you won’t be disappointed.
Moving on to ‘Culture’. The VC business involves making calculated investment decisions on limited sets of data. Invariably, this leads to a range of discussions in order to garner a comprehensive view of a business. Lightbox has successfully incorporated the inclusion of a wide-range of opinions into its investment framework; all members of the team have the ability to express their view. Additionally, regardless of the varied experiences that people brought with themselves, I noticed that all of the team did their best to hold a ‘beginners mindset’ when in meetings. This created a humbling atmosphere where everyone was constantly willing to learn.
This culture embodies ‘Collaboration’. With a seat at the table, everybody brings a different perspective that is taken into account. Apart from the investment process, we all work together on ensuring the portfolio companies are operating smoothly.
Lastly, we have a good time together. The ‘Camaraderie’ at the office was unparalleled. I mean, with the beers in the office, wine, and two gardens, it’s difficult not to have a good time. And of course, I’ll always remember the karaoke session we had at my farewell.
In summary – Lightbox provided me with the opportunity to challenge myself, work with a range of different people, dive deep into the Indian technology ecosystem, and engage in intellectual conversations with all members of the team. I’ll always be grateful for the enriching experience!
Mathematician and magician in equal parts. Now conjuring tricks at Harvard. A quote he lives by: "Magic is believing in yourself, if you can do that, you can make anything happen.
Born in Bombay and fashion-schooled in London, she switched to the other side to build Down to Dash, an activity based network for college students.
Every bit the New Yorker she is. A Yale graduate, bulletproofed at McKinsey, now in her second year at Harvard Business School. Bedazzled by Bollywood, she spend the summer with us in Mumbai to understand what's next in content and media.
The phenomenal team, amazing office and interesting, changing work keeps are only a few things on a very long list of why my summer at Lightbox made interns everywhere jealous!
The first thing which comes to my mind about this internship is – Couchez moins bete chaque soir. Sleep a bit more intelligent every night.
Any VC can teach you about the industry. Only Lightbox can teach you passion.
One of the ways you gauge how good a company is how much you miss it after you leave. Somehow everything comes together in an amazing work place – the work, the people and the vibe.
It was an experience I desperately needed to change my outlook towards life. I thought that startups and VCs are mostly about making quick money before things eventually fall apart. At Lightbox, I realized that VCs can also be agents for change that could impact the future of humanity in much more positive way and this way of thinking makes things so inspiring.
Rooms lined only by windows, open gardens, fresh light pouring in. The office itself is a Lightbox! The array of clientele that visited and worked with Lightbox was fascinating. With a portfolio that ranges from mobile apps to solar energy, there really was a story behind the monthly Income statements.
Not yet a high school graduate but eager to make bigger and better things. Now back at school in New Jersey.
Lightbox had a tremendous impact on me. I was slated to attend a Master’s program in the US but due to the experience and frank inputs of the people I worked with and met, I was able to make a more informed and well thought out decision. Today, I am working on my own project, for which, Lightbox deserves credit.
It was during the LP week that I realized that Lightbox is a firm and an environment in which even a day or two is enough to change your perspective on company building but more importantly, improve your vision on your own aspirations.
AI in Indian education technology is probably the most advanced in the world. It is challenging traditional western models particularly in integrating effectively with public and private systems in the country.
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