This "VC Unfiltered" episode features Mayank Jain, a principal at Stellaris Venture Capital. Mayank shares his extensive experience in the venture capital industry, offering valuable insights for fintech startups and entrepreneurs.Episode Highlights :-Mayank Jain's Background: Mayank discusses his journey from being an average student to attending IIT Delhi and IIM Ahmedabad, and his transition into the startup ecosystem.Experience in Startups and Fintech: Insights into his time at small startups, his own HR tech company, and roles in companies like Practo and Ola Financial Services.Stellaris Venture Partners: An overview of Stellaris Venture Partners, their investment thesis, and focus areas, especially in fintech.Investment Strategy: Mayank delves into what Stellaris looks for in startups, focusing on lending solutions, embedded lending, and fintech infrastructure.Future of Fintech: Discussion on the evolution of fintech, potential future trends, and areas of interest for upcoming investments.Advice for Founders: Mayank shares advice for early-stage founders on pitching, building a thesis, and focusing on customer segments, problems, solutions, economics, and market strategies.Q&A with Founders: Addressing questions from founders about venture capital, startup evaluation, and what VCs look for in early-stage startups.Notable Quotes:"India is a special country with its own nuances, and you have to factor that in.""The biggest opportunity lies in credit, as both consumers and SMEs are extremely credit starved."Recommended for:Entrepreneurs, startup founders, fintech enthusiasts, and anyone interested in venture capital and the evolving landscape of fintech in India.