On 16th February 2026, COLABS in Lahore became a hub for entrepreneurial exchange as 40 revenue-generating founders gathered to explore invoice financing as a solution for working capital challenges. The session, hosted by i2i, brought together founders seeking practical, non-dilutive funding options to accelerate growth while maintaining equity control.
The Abhi team, alumni of Y Combinator S21, led discussions and directly engaged with founders on eligibility, procedural steps, and accessibility for invoice financing. Participants were able to clarify doubts, learn about risk management, and understand how structured receivables financing can unlock cash flow without diluting ownership. The interactive format allowed founders to gain actionable insights and connect with a provider that could directly support their financial operations.
In addition to financial guidance, the event created opportunities for peer-to-peer networking, enabling founders to exchange experiences and strategies for scaling businesses under similar constraints. Conversations centered on real-world challenges in managing cash flow, bridging gaps between receivables and payables, and leveraging alternative financing mechanisms to sustain operational momentum.
Outcomes of the session included a clear understanding of invoice financing processes, strengthened professional networks, direct engagement with a capital provider, and actionable clarity for next steps in accessing working capital. Founders left the event better equipped to make informed financial decisions and implement solutions that support sustainable growth.
i2i’s session at COLABS reinforces its ongoing mission to connect founders with practical solutions that address the financial, operational, and strategic challenges of early-stage ventures. By facilitating access to working capital and building networks among peers, i2i is helping create an ecosystem where entrepreneurs can focus on growth and innovation without being constrained by funding bottlenecks.
The initiative highlights the growing recognition of alternative financing in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, providing founders with pathways to scale responsibly.
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