4-TRADERS – Dec 30 - Bharatmatrimony started as a simple community portal in 1997, targeting Tamilians in the US. It has transformed into a network of ~300 different types of community matrimony sites. The company got its first round of funding of $8.65M from Yahoo and Canaan Partners in 2006 and 2nd round of $11.75M from Yahoo, Mayfield Fund and Canaan Partners in 2008. For the next stage of growth, the founder is focusing on providing 'marriage services' (wedding invitation, caterers and musicians).
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I first met Muru, the Founder, at iDate Beijing in 2006. He’s one of the longest tenure CEOs in the industry, and is a credit to the iDating industry. One of the most considerable and consistent and innovative people in the industry.
I first met Muru, the Founder, at iDate Beijing in 2006. He’s one of the longest tenure CEOs in the industry, and is a credit to the iDating industry. One of the most considerable and consistent and innovative people in the industry.