ExitStack has announced the launch of its inaugural Venture Fellowship: Class of 2025, selecting 15 standout fellows from a pool of over 500 applicants, resulting in an acceptance rate of just 3%. The program marks a step toward shaping Bangladesh’s next generation of venture capital leaders, equipping them with the skills, networks, and global exposure to shape the country’s startup investment landscape.

This year's cohort includes students from Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP), Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), United International University, Islamic University of Technology (IUT), BRAC University, Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka, and North South University.

The class of 2025 ExitStack Venture Fellows include: Abrar Fiaz, Iftekhar Ahmed, Mustavi Khan, Jahin Afsan, Navid Reza, Fabiana Mesbah, Subhana Azam, Nazia Afrin, Abidur Rahman, Taosif Afnan, Summit Anthony, Munira Rawshan, Ittesaf Ithun, Labiba Hosain, and Sadia Islam.

Over the coming months, these fellows will gain hands-on experience in sourcing startups, evaluating investment opportunities, and collaborating directly with global institutional investors and venture-backed founders. The Fellowship focuses on real-world dealmaking and portfolio analysis, preparing participants to operate at the intersection of emerging markets and global capital flows.

Jointly launched by Anchorless Bangladesh and LightCastle Partners, ExitStack serves as a bridge between Bangladesh’s expanding startup ecosystem and the global tech and venture capital community. By granting young Bangladeshi talent access to mentorship and cross-border investment insights, the program signals a new development in the nation’s venture capital landscape.