Build Your Startup Ecosystem on WhatsApp
Run accelerator programs, fellowships, and ecosystem initiatives with consistent participation — without chasing founders or operators.
Why Accelerator & Ecosystem Teams Choose WhatsApp + ExplaraX
Event success isn't just about the day itself. It's the entire journey.
How Accelerators & Ecosystem Teams use ExplaraX
Enrol & Onboard
Bring founders, operators and participants into programs seamlessly:
- Program enrolment and confirmations
- Welcome messages and onboarding instructions
- Group links, schedules, and expectations
✅ Everyone starts aligned from day one.
Share Program Updates
Keep all stakeholders informed:
- Announcements and timelines
- Event updates, Cohort learnings, Mentor Sessions and more
- Reminders for program submissions and check-ins
✅ Participation becomes simple — show up where you're already active.
Run AMAs, Sessions & Events
Manage all programs through WhatsApp:
- Mentor AMAs and fireside chats
- Office hours and nudge check-ins
- Workshops, demo days, and events
✅ Participants know when and where to show up.
Drive Participation & Responsiveness
Keep engagement consistent:
- Automated nudges before key activities
- Follow-ups for inactive participants
- Structured reminders that don’t feel intrusive
✅ Engagement becomes predictable.
Stay Connected Beyond the Program
After the program ends:
- Keep alumni groups active
- Share ecosystem updates and opportunities
- Share deal flow, job opportunities, and ecosystem updates
✅ Your ecosystem impact grows!
What Accelerator & Ecosystem Teams Achieve with ExplaraX
Before ExplaraX:
❌ Founder/Operator/ Stakeholders engagement drops 60% after first week
❌ Unaccounted hours weekly chasing responses and attendance
❌ Critical program updates buried in email
❌ Session attendance averages 40-50%
❌ Community networks go silent within months
With ExplaraX:
✅ 85% active participation throughout the program
✅ Automation handles reminders
✅ 98% message visibility on WhatsApp vs 20% email
✅ 85% average session attendance with automated reminders
✅ Super active community engagement
💡Better engagement → Better outcomes → Stronger ecosystem
Trusted by Accelerator & Ecosystem Programs
Headstart
Indian Angel Network
Startup Reseau
Foundership
LetsVenture
IAMAI
Solara Angel Network
Deshpande Foundation
*ExplaraX is the evolution of Explara. Testimonials reflect experiences across the Explara product suite.
Built for Programs and Networks of Any Size
Perfect For
Accelerator Programs
- 8-12 week intensive cohorts
- Demo Day preparation and investor readiness
- Product-market fit sprints
- Go-to-market acceleration
- Cohort-based learning and peer accountability
Incubators & Fellowships
- 6-12 month founder support programs
- Milestone-based progress tracking
- Long-term community building
- Resource and mentor access management
- Alumni network cultivation
Angel Networks & VC Communities
- Portfolio company engagement
- Syndicate deal flow and coordination
- Investor education programs
- Founder-investor matching events
- Portfolio cross-collaboration initiatives
Founder Communities
- Peer learning groups
- Industry-specific founder circles
- Stage-specific communities (pre-seed, Series A, etc.)
- Geographic founder networks
- Accountability and mastermind groups
Ecosystem Initiatives
- Startup weekends and bootcamps
- Government-sponsored programs
- Corporate innovation programs
- University entrepreneurship initiatives
- Industry-specific accelerators (fintech, healthtech, etc.)
Works for
Common Questions
How do we manage multiple cohorts simultaneously?
Each cohort gets its own onboarding, registration forms, WhatsApp group, and automated communication flows. Your team dashboard shows all programs in one view with:
- Clear cohort separation and individual analytics
- Shared template library for consistent messaging
- Role-based access for program managers and mentors
- Unified reporting across all cohorts
You can run 5 simultaneous cohorts with the same effort it took to run 1.
Can mentors and partners access the same system?
Yes. You can create separate communication streams for different stakeholder groups: Founder Groups, Operator Groups, Mentor & Expert Groups, Partner & Sponsor Groups, Internal Team Groups and more.
All managed from one platform with appropriate access controls.
How do we handle sensitive communications?
Security and privacy are built in:
- WhatsApp conversations remain end-to-end encrypted
- Program data stored with enterprise-grade security
- Role-based access controls for team members
- GDPR and data protection compliance
- Audit trails for all system actions
- Data exports available anytime
You control exactly who sees what. Sensitive founder information stays protected.
What if founders don't use WhatsApp?
You can run without WhatsApp and all via Web & email with ExplaraX.
- Email confirmations work as a backup delivery
- Web dashboard remains accessible for all participants
- No data or access is lost
- The majority still benefit from high-engagement WhatsApp communication
In practice, WhatsApp adoption is a non-issue. Most founders prefer it.
How difficult is migration from our current system?
You can import data and get started with ExplaraX. We assist you in migration.
Do I need a WhatsApp Business Account?
Yes. A WhatsApp Business number is required to enable all WhatsApp-related workflows and automation features, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
Pricing That Scales with Your Event
Starter
Free Tier
Perfect for pilot programs
- 1 active program, up to 100 participants
- 1 WhatsApp group, up to 100 members
- Unlimited contacts
- 100 WhatsApp messages + Broadcast messages
- 1,000 emails per month
- Program dashboard
- Payment links
- Forms and surveys
Growth
₹999 or $9/ month
For growing accelerators
- 4 active programs, up to 1,000 participants
- 2 WhatsApp groups, up to 200 members
- Unlimited contacts
- 1,500 WhatsApp messages + Broadcast messages
- 10,000 emails per month
- Team collaboration (5 members)
- Basic analytics
Pro
₹2,999 or $29/ month
For established programs
- 10 active programs, up to 4,000 participants
- 6 WhatsApp groups, up to 1,000 members
- Unlimited contacts
- 4,500 WhatsApp messages + Broadcast messages
- 30,000 emails per month
- Team collaboration (15 members)
- Custom domain
- Priority support
Scale
₹9,999 or $99/ month
For large ecosystem players
- 30 active programs, up to 15,000 participants
- 20 WhatsApp group, up to 4,000 members
- Unlimited contacts
- 15,000 WhatsApp messages + Broadcast messages
- 150,000 emails per month
- Team collaboration (50 members)
- Custom integrations
- White-label options
All paid plans include: ✅ Automated founder nudges & reminders ✅ Session and event management ✅ Forms and feedback collection ✅ Payment processing (India + International) ✅ Integration capabilities ✅ Milestone tracking ✅ Alumni network management
Need more? Enterprise plans are available for multi-region programs, government initiatives, and corporate innovation programs.
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See It In Action
Watch how startup ecosystem uses WhatsApp + ExplaraX.
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Meet your ecosystem where they already are!
WhatsApp gets 2× higher participation than email or dashboards — because founders, investors, and mentors already check it 30× daily.
"The best program platform is the one participants actually open."
Accelerators & Startup Ecosystem