Pictorial Stories
1
Launch of Website Discussion
A focused discussion was held at the Startup Centre, Changzamtog, marking the official launch of the Jabchor 2.0 website, Press Release, and Announcement Booklet — a platform designed to support Bhutanese startups.
2
Invitation to Entrepreneurs
Led by Mr. Jigme Tenzin of Innovest Pvt. Ltd., the session invited entrepreneurs to join Jabchor 2.0 and become part of a growing network of innovators and investors.
3
Advisory Committee Leads Outreach Video
Members of the Advisory Committee came together to record a YouTube video, encouraging Bhutanese entrepreneurs to join Jabchor 2.0 and be part of a transformative journey.
4
Strategic Meeting: Innovest x GMC
The Innovest team met with the GMC team to seek guidance and build investor engagement for Jabchor 2.0 — aligning efforts to support Bhutan’s startup ecosystem.
5
Bootcamp Sessions at Hotel - 26 May 2025
Hotel Mayto hosted intensive bootcamp sessions where entrepreneurs immersed themselves in learning, refining their ideas, and strengthening their business models.
6
Selection of Top 10 Entrepreneurs – 28 May 2025
On the third day of the Bootcamp, the Advisory Committee and Technical Team evaluated all participants and selected the Top 10 entrepreneurs to advance to Pitch Day.
7
Grooming Day – June 2
Entrepreneurs underwent a day of grooming and mentorship focused on pitch readiness, communication, and confidence-building ahead of the main event.
8
Acknowledgement from Director General, DoEE
The Director General of DoEE graced Grooming Day with valuable words of encouragement, recognizing the dedication and growth of our participating entrepreneurs.
9
Meet the Team Behind Jabchor 2.0
From planning to execution, the Jabchor 2.0 team worked behind the scenes to ensure a smooth, impactful experience for all stakeholders involved.
10
Mock Pitch Session - 19 June 2025
A mock pitch was conducted ahead of Pitch Day, with the GMC team in attendance to provide valuable feedback and guidance.
The session served as a preparation round for participating startups.
11
Virtual Pitch Day – 23 June 2025
The Technical Team facilitated the Virtual Pitch Day, ensuring a seamless digital experience for participants, mentors, and evaluators across the board.
12
Mock Pitch Session – 24 June 2025
A full mock pitch was organized by the technical team to help entrepreneurs refine their presentations and gain valuable feedback ahead of the final Pitch Day.
13
Final Pitch Day - 25 June 2025
Final Pitch Day All 10 entrepreneurs confidently pitched their business ideas to a live panel of investors, judges, and an enthusiastic audience. After each pitch, entrepreneurs were allocated private negotiation rooms for in-depth discussions. Interested investors, after signing NDAs, entered deal rooms to explore potential collaborations. This led to the signing of MOUs, officially marking the start of their investment journeys. The day concluded with a live MOU signing ceremony and a celebratory high tea.
