WeRize

WeRize is a full-stack financial services company based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2019. It focuses on serving the emerging middle-class population in over 4,000 small towns across India. With around 232 employees, WeRize has raised over ₹208 crore (approximately $23.5 million) from notable investors, including Orios Ventures and Kalaari Capital. The company offers a range of customized credit, insurance, and savings products tailored to the financial needs of individuals and families in smaller cities. WeRize's innovative "Social Shopify of Finance" platform enables a network of over 10,000 freelancers to sell its financial products within their communities, addressing trust issues and providing personalized service without the need for physical branches. This model allows WeRize to operate efficiently and profitably while targeting a significant market opportunity in India's underserved financial sector.