Mumbai-based startup Sprect, a consumer-to-consumer (C2C) knowledge marketplace founded by Vishal Rupani, has raised ₹2 crore in funding from Subhkam Ventures. The fresh capital marks an early validation of the platform’s model, which aims to monetise professional knowledge through structured 1:1 interactions.
Launched in August 2023 by Rupani and co-founder Mohit Khadaria, Sprect enables users to book paid or free video consultations with verified professionals across industries. The platform positions itself as an “on-demand access layer” to expertise, allowing individuals to bypass traditional networking barriers and directly connect with domain specialists.
Announcing the fundraise in a LinkedIn post, Rupani highlighted the early challenges of building trust in a marketplace where both sides—users and professionals—are required to transact with an unfamiliar platform. “A seeker had to pay money to a platform they had never heard of. A professional had to share their bank details to receive a payout… That trust does not come easy. And it does not come fast,” he noted.
Rupani added that in the initial months, the company’s primary focus was not product or growth, but establishing credibility “one person at a time.” The latest funding, he said, is a validation of those efforts.
Sprect operates at the intersection of the creator economy, consulting, and professional networking. Users can discover experts based on filters such as industry, language, availability, and pricing, and schedule 1:1 video calls through the platform.
Unlike traditional expert networks that cater primarily to enterprises, Sprect follows a C2C model, targeting students, early-career professionals, founders, and individuals seeking career or domain-specific guidance. The platform also enables professionals to monetise their time by setting consultation fees or offering free sessions.
The company’s broader vision is to turn knowledge-sharing into a structured, monetisable ecosystem. Rupani has previously articulated this as “turning knowledge into the world’s most valuable currency through 1:1 calls.”
The funding round was led by Subhkam Ventures, with Rishabh Kathotia backing the company for its next phase of growth. Sprect also acknowledged early support from angel investor Siddarth Shetty and advisors Sunish Jose and Arjun Sarode.
With the new capital, Sprect is expected to focus on scaling its professional network, strengthening platform infrastructure, and accelerating user acquisition. The company is also likely to deepen its positioning as a marketplace for accessible, on-demand expertise in India’s rapidly evolving knowledge economy.
As digital platforms continue to reshape how professional value is exchanged, Sprect’s model reflects a broader shift—from static networking to transactional, outcome-driven interactions.
