by Sastra Spotlight
🎙 Sastra Spotlight - conversations with the founders building bold ideas and the VCs backing them early. From product inspiration to hiring and scaling, we explore what it really takes to turn ideas into impact. Powered by Sastra Group - Tech Recruitment at Startup Speed.
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June 24, 2026
<p>In the Season 2 premiere of <strong>Sastra Spotlight</strong>, we pull back the curtain to bring you real conversations with the VCs funding the future. <strong>Tanya Sethi</strong>, co-founder and director of Sastra Group, sits down with <strong>Arun Penmetsa</strong>, partner at Storm Ventures, for an unvarnished look at the early-stage B2B enterprise software landscape. Moving far beyond the glamour of term sheets and funding announcements, Arun shares the gritty, unromanticized realities of venture development and building the high-growth teams that power it.</p><p></p><p><strong>Key Topics Covered:</strong></p><ul><li>What true VC partnership looks like</li><li>Navigating the high-stakes realities of scaling</li><li>Strategic early hiring</li></ul><br/>
April 29, 2026
<p>In this episode, Tanya Sethi sits down with Shyam Rao, CEO & Founder of Tote AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the future of retail, especially in fuel and convenience stores. From seamless customer journeys to empowering in-store teams, this conversation dives into the tech reshaping everyday shopping.</p><p></p><p><strong> Key Topics Covered:</strong></p><ul><li>How AI is creating frictionless, “walk-in-and-go” retail experiences for modern consumers</li><li>The challenge of legacy systems and how Tote is modernising retail without costly hardware upgrades</li><li>Lessons from building and scaling startups, including culture, hiring, and staying efficient in high-growth environments</li></ul><br/>
March 5, 2026
<p>In this episode of Sastra Spotlight, we speak with Ioanna, founder of Dextego, about how AI is transforming professional development through personalised coaching for sales teams and leaders.</p><p>We cover:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How AI coaching platforms help professionals improve sales, communication, and leadership skills.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>The role of simulation and real-time feedback in modern training.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>How organisations can use AI to scale learning and develop stronger teams.</li></ol><br/><p>🎙️ A great conversation for anyone interested in AI, leadership development, and the future of workplace training.</p>
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🎙 Sastra Spotlight - conversations with the founders building bold ideas and the VCs backing them early. From product inspiration to hiring and scaling, we explore what it really takes to turn ideas into impact.
Powered by Sastra Group - Tech Recruitment at Startup Speed.
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