Founders' Growth Retreat Discusses Capital Raising Strategies in Mumbai and Goa

The Economic Times Founders’ Growth Retreat 2026 is scheduled to take place from December 4 to 7, 2026, sailing from Mumbai to Goa and back. The retreat will gather founders and business owners to discuss topics related to growth, leadership, and building larger enterprises. Discussions will cover various ways businesses can secure capital, including debt, angel investors, venture capital, private equity, and initial public offerings.

The retreat addresses fundamental corporate finance decisions, such as the trade-off between taking on debt financing—which requires repayment regardless of growth—versus raising equity through investors who receive an ownership stake. The choice of funding source can influence a company's strategy and governance.