Equity & Work Culture
A Youth-Driven, Transparent & Fair Tech Innovation Startup
Why NavBharat Labs?
Youth-First Culture
Built by young innovators who understand modern work culture and value transparency.
Fair Distribution
Equity shared among founders, core team, and future contributors with ESOP pool.
Transparent System
Clear profit distribution model with 70% shared among contributors and 30% reinvested.
Founders
Matanut Md Kamran
Founder & CEO
MD Khalid Hussain
Co-founder
Equity Split
Ownership Distribution
8 Members (~2% each)
Future employees & advisors
Founder & CEO
Majority stake ensuring vision continuity and long-term strategic direction of the company.
Co-founder
Significant ownership recognizing crucial role in company foundation and growth.
Core Team (8 Members)
Shared among early team members who contributed to building the foundation. ~2.5% per member.
ESOP & Future Pool
Reserved for future employees, advisors, and contributors to incentivize growth and retention.
Profit Distribution
70%
Shared with Contributors
Distributed among team members based on contribution and equity ownership.
- Performance-based bonuses
- Equity dividend distribution
- Team incentives and rewards
30%
Reinvested in Company
Invested back for growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability.
- Technology infrastructure
- Research & development
- Market expansion and scaling
Fair & Transparent: This model ensures contributors are fairly rewarded while maintaining resources for sustainable growth.
Our Work Culture
Youth-First Culture
- →Young, energetic team
- →Modern work practices
- →Innovation-driven mindset
- →Agile & flexible approach
Transparent & Fair
- →Open communication
- →Clear expectations
- →Meritocracy-based growth
- →Fair compensation
Growth & Innovation
- →Continuous learning
- →Ownership mentality
- →Innovation encouraged
- →Career development
Our Core Values
Transparency First
Open books, clear communication, and honest feedback at all levels of the organization.
Fairness & Equality
Equal opportunities, merit-based growth, and fair distribution of rewards and recognition.
Innovation & Excellence
Continuous improvement, cutting-edge solutions, and commitment to delivering excellence.
Ownership Mindset
Every team member thinks and acts like an owner, contributing to collective success.
Scalable & Investor-Safe Model
Built for seed funding, maintaining founder control, and rewarding early team members fairly
Legal Structure
NavBharat Labs Pvt Ltd
Founder Position
Managing Director + CEO
Share Types Issued
Founders Common Shares
Who Receives
Founders
Purpose
Voting control
ESOP Shares
Who Receives
Team Members
Purpose
Talent retention
Preferred Shares
Who Receives
Investors
Purpose
Funding rounds
| Share Type | Who Receives | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Founders Common Shares | Founders | Voting control |
| ESOP Shares | Team Members | Talent retention |
| Preferred Shares | Investors | Funding rounds |
Cap Table (Pre-Seed)
💡₹25L–₹75L or $50k–$150k
Founder (CEO)
Before
51%After Seed
45–48%Co-founder
Before
22.5%After Seed
19–21%ESOP Pool (Team)
Before
6.5%After Seed
5–6%Investor Pool
Before
0%After Seed
10–20%Future Rounds
Before
14%After Seed
5–7%| Stakeholder | Before | After Seed |
|---|---|---|
| Founder (CEO) | 51% | 45–48% |
| Co-founder | 22.5% | 19–21% |
| ESOP Pool (Team & Future) | 6.5% | 5–6% |
| Investor Pool | 0% | 10–20% |
| Reserved for Future Rounds | 14% | 5–7% |
Founder retains majority control after funding
ESOP ensures team grows with company
ESOP Program
Early team equity becomes structured ESOP for investor confidence and team retention
Vesting Terms
- 4Y
4-Year Vesting Period
Standard vesting schedule
- 1Y
1-Year Cliff
First vesting after 12 months
Performance-Based
Based on contribution & quality
Protection Clauses
Unvested Returns
If member leaves, unvested ESOP returns to pool
Buyback Rights
Company has right to buy back vested shares
No Equity Waste
Ensures equity goes to committed team members
70–30 Revenue Model Evolution
Phase 1: Bootstrap (Current)
ACTIVE70%
Team Profit Distribution
30%
Company Retained Earnings
Phase 2: Post-Seed Funding
PLANNED60%
Team Distribution
40%
Growth & Operations
Phase 3: Post-Series A
FUTURE50%
Team Distribution
50%
Scaling & Expansion
Funding Roadmap
Amount to Raise
₹25L–₹75L
($50k–150k)
Funding Source
Angel, Incubation, Govt Grants
Amount to Raise
₹1.5–₹3 Cr
($180k–360k)
Funding Source
Angel Syndicates, Micro-VC
Amount to Raise
₹10–20 Cr
($1.2M–2.4M)
Funding Source
VC Funds
| Stage | Amount to Raise | From | Expected Equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Seed | ₹25L–₹75L($50k–150k) | Angel, Incubation, Govt Grants | 8–15% |
| Seed | ₹1.5–₹3 Cr($180k–360k) | Angel Syndicates, Micro-VC | 10–18% |
| Series A | ₹10–20 Cr($1.2M–2.4M) | VC Funds | 12–18% |
Point-Based Compensation System
Work Points System = ESOP + Money Mix (Future-proof & Scalable)
Cash Payout
Earned through Project Points
70% Revenue Share
ESOP Units
Quality + Consistency
Long-term Wealth
Skill Score
Learning & Upskilling
Promotions
Our Story for Investors
"NavBharat Labs is building a youth-driven tech innovation ecosystem that gives India's young developers a platform to learn, build, earn, and grow. Combining a transparent profit-sharing model with startup culture, we aim to scale into a product + services hybrid company."
Empowering India's Next Generation
Building the future of tech talent
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Join Our Journey
We're building something special - a company where talent is valued, contributions are rewarded, and everyone has a stake in our success.
For Team Members
- Equity participation
- Performance rewards
- Growth & learning
- Transparent environment
For Contributors
- Fair profit sharing
- Recognition & rewards
- Ownership opportunities
- Collaborative culture
Interested in Joining?
labsnavbharat@gmail.comOur Commitment
NavBharat Labs is committed to maintaining a transparent, fair, and growth-oriented work culture. We believe that when everyone has skin in the game and shares in the success, we create something truly remarkable. This charter represents our promise to build a company that values its people as much as its profits, and where innovation thrives through collective ownership and shared success.
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