Fueler Got Invited to Rising NorthEast Investors Summit 2025

I want to share a piece of news that means a lot to me and to everyone building Fueler.

Fueler was invited to the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit 2025, and I had the opportunity to represent our startup at this national-level event. The summit was held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, and brought together founders, investors, policymakers, and leaders from across India.

For someone building a startup from Northeast India, moments like these feel special. They remind you that your work is being noticed, even if you started far away from the usual startup hubs.

Representing Fueler on a National Stage

At the summit, I represented Fueler, a portfolio platform that helps companies hire through assignments and proof of work. Fueler is built for people who want to show what they can do, not just what their resume says. It is also built for companies that want to hire based on real skills instead of guesswork.

Standing at a venue like Bharat Mandapam and representing Fueler was a proud moment for me. I come from Agartala, Tripura, and I know how rare such exposure can feel when you are building from a smaller city. Events like this help bridge that gap.

Gratitude to the Government of Tripura

I am truly thankful to the Department of Information Technology (DIT), Government of Tripura, for this opportunity. Their support made it possible for startups like ours to be present at such an important summit.

When state governments back founders and early-stage startups, it sends a strong message. It tells young builders that their ideas matter and that they do not need to leave their roots behind to build something meaningful.

Learning from Policymakers and Dignitaries

One of the most valuable parts of the summit was interacting with national and state dignitaries. Listening to their views on policy, infrastructure, and economic growth gave me a broader understanding of how the startup ecosystem fits into India’s larger vision.

These conversations helped me see how technology, entrepreneurship, and regional development can work together. As a founder, it is easy to stay focused only on product and users. Events like this remind you that startups also play a role in shaping jobs, skills, and future opportunities.

Day 2 Insights from the Summit

Day 2 of the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit 2025 was equally insightful. I spoke to many founders who are running businesses across different sectors. Some were building online-first companies, while others were running strong offline businesses.

Despite the differences in their models, a common theme kept coming up. Building a product alone is not enough.

Distribution Is Everything

One of the strongest insights I took back from the summit was this simple truth: distribution matters more than most founders think.

You can build a great product, but if it does not reach the right users, it will struggle. Growth does not happen automatically. A product needs clear channels, clear messaging, and consistent effort to reach the people it is meant for.

This belief strongly aligns with how we think about Fueler. A portfolio only creates value when it reaches hiring managers. Assignments only work when companies adopt them as part of hiring. Product and distribution must grow together.



Conversations That Shape Your Thinking

Events like this are not just about stages and speeches. They are about conversations in hallways, over coffee, and between sessions.

I met founders who have been building for years, solving real problems, and learning the hard way. These conversations helped me validate many of the challenges we face at Fueler. Hiring, trust, user adoption, and consistency are struggles shared by founders everywhere.

Meeting a Founder with 100 Crore ARR

One of the biggest highlights of the summit was meeting a founder whose company does 100 Crores in ARR. Talking to someone who has built at that scale is always humbling.

What stood out was not just the revenue number, but their clarity of thought. Their focus on users, systems, and long-term thinking was sharp. It reinforced my belief that sustainable businesses are built patiently, not overnight.

Why Events Like This Matter for Startups

For early-stage startups, events like the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit play an important role. They provide exposure, learning, and confidence. They also help founders from regions like the Northeast connect with a wider ecosystem.

Personally, the summit helped me step out of day-to-day execution and reflect on the bigger picture. It reminded me why Fueler exists and who we are building for.

Carrying These Learnings Back to Fueler

I am returning from this summit with new energy and clarity. The conversations, insights, and people I met will influence how we think about growth, partnerships, and distribution at Fueler.

We are building a portfolio platform that helps companies hire through assignments, and our mission stays the same. Help people get opportunities by showing real work. Help companies hire better by seeing real skills.

This summit was another step in that journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit 2025?

The Rising NorthEast Investors Summit 2025 is a national event focused on promoting investment, entrepreneurship, and economic growth in Northeast India. It brings together startups, investors, government leaders, and industry experts to explore opportunities in the region.

2. Why is the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit important for startups?

The summit gives startups visibility, access to policymakers, and connections with investors and fellow founders. For startups from the Northeast, it helps them showcase their work on a national platform and learn from experienced business leaders.

3. What did founders learn at the Rising NorthEast Investors Summit 2025?

One key learning was that building a good product is not enough. Distribution, reaching the right users, and building strong channels are critical for success. Founders also learned from each other’s experiences across online and offline businesses.

4. How do events like this help early-stage founders?

Such events help founders build confidence, expand their network, and gain insights beyond their immediate circle. They also provide clarity on how startups fit into the larger economic and policy ecosystem of the country.

5. How does Fueler align with insights from the Investors Summit?

Fueler focuses on proof of work and assignment-based hiring. The summit reinforced our belief that products must reach the right users to create value. For Fueler, this means helping companies adopt skill-based hiring and helping individuals showcase real work effectively.

What is Fueler Portfolio?

Fueler is a career portfolio platform that helps companies find the best talent for their organization based on their proof of work.

You can create your portfolio on Fueler, thousands of freelancers around the world use Fueler to create their professional-looking portfolios and become financially independent. Discover inspiration for your portfolio

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