Turtle Venture Studio Announces Launch of Its First Cohort
Turtle Venture Studio (TVS), Bangladesh’s first global venture studio, is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated first cohort. This groundbreaking initiative marks a major milestone in TVS’s mission to empower visionary entrepreneurs and accelerate the growth of high-impact startups in Bangladesh and beyond.
With the backing of a $1 million funding round from Dekko Isho Venture Capital (DIVC), TVS is set to support the next generation of startups by offering essential resources, including funding, mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to a global network of investors and partners.
The cohort’s startups will receive tailored support in sectors ranging from B2B SaaS, Agro-Tech, health-tech, ed-tech, and fintech, ensuring a diverse, dynamic foundation for innovation. Each selected venture will benefit from TVS’s robust infrastructure, providing not just capital but also world-class expertise to navigate the challenges of scaling globally.
“We’re thrilled to launch our first cohort with a clear vision—to build a community of entrepreneurs who don’t just want to scale a business but want to shape the future,” said Saraban Tahura Turin, co-founder of TVS. “This is more than just an incubator; it’s a movement towards empowering and supporting entrepreneurs who will drive meaningful change in the world.”
With TVS’s global footprint, including collaborations in Singapore and virtual investment opportunities for Bangladesh, the cohort will have unprecedented access to global markets and investors, all while rooted in Bangladesh’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Anwar Sayef Anik, co-founder of TVS, added, “Our goal is to nurture homegrown talent and provide the resources they need to succeed on a global scale. The launch of this cohort is only the beginning of a larger vision to transform Bangladesh into a hub of innovation and entrepreneurial excellence.”
Turtle Venture Studio’s approach is unique: it combines startup incubation with a strong emphasis on education, skill development, and local partnerships to create sustainable growth for startups. The studio works closely with entrepreneurs to ensure that they not only scale but also build strong, sustainable businesses.
As TVS embarks on this exciting journey with its first cohort, the studio reaffirms its commitment to shaping the future of entrepreneurship in Bangladesh and beyond. The selected ventures are set to disrupt industries, introduce groundbreaking technologies, and lead the charge in the global startup ecosystem.
