The Spotlight

Ghost kitchens are a hot trend in the food scene, and Karan Tanna, Founder and CEO of Ghost Kitchens, is here to guide you through it. Listen in to learn about how this former automobile engineer and successful F&B entrepreneur launched Ghost Kitchens after scaling and exiting two startups. In this episode, Karan reveals his exciting journey, offers insights into the franchising model and fulf...

Modern washrooms in airports and corporate offices have evolved into style statements, offering both an elegant look and an exceptional user experience. In this episode, Viknesh Jain, CEO & MD of Euronics, shares how a chance brainstorming session with a distributor sparked the creation of India’s largest washroom automation brand. With around 600 SKUs and ₹200 crores in revenue for the last f...

Thanks to VAMA, India's top astrology and mandir app, you can now experience the convenience of performing pooja, mandir darshan, and more, all from the comfort of your home. In this episode, Manu Jain  discusses the opportunities and challenges within the Indian spirituality market, particularly emphasising how COVID-19 spurred the adoption of such virtual astrology and pooja services. Tune...

Have you ever wondered what happens to your smartphones and laptops and EV batteries after they hit their end of life or become faulty? Join us to discover how the passion and perseverance of two engineering students catalyzed the birth of India’s leading lithium-ion battery recycling startup, BatX Energies. Through innovative manufacturing processes and strategic initiatives, BatX Energies leads...

How did Piyush Goenka turn two decades of private equity investing into the launch of Prath Ventures, one of India’s most disciplined early stage consumer funds? In this episode of the Founder Thesis Podcast, we dive deep into his journey of building consumer brands, backing founders with grit, and blending PE rigor with VC vision. From his early days at First Global and Tano Capital to boardroom...

Legacy businesses endure through generations by adapting to change while preserving their essence. Delhi-based Pansari Group is a quintessential example that has evolved into a multi-crore enterprise. Shammi Agarwal shares the group's inception story, recounting the many ups and downs—from the family's accidental foray into manufacturing to his strategic initiatives in shifting Pansari Group towar...

Rajat Mehta is a driving force behind mobilizing Jain community investments in startups. He shares valuable insights into angel investing and harnessing the strength of communities. Offering practical advice for founders seeking funding, he delves into topics ranging from managing cap tables to utilizing social proof effectively. Learn what investors look for, how startups can demonstrate their po...

In an age where conventional career paths are being taken over by emerging paths such as content creation, YouTube, and influencer roles, discover how even with a modest following of just 1000 true fans, people can now start their journey as influencers. Parth Chadha delves into how Stan is reshaping the industry by bridging gaming enthusiasts and content creators with their fan base, enabling mon...

Discover how Harkunwar recognized the gap between traditional architectural education and industry demands, leading him to establish Novatr, a trailblazer in equipping students with cutting-edge skills. Novatr is not only revolutionizing architectural education but also achieving remarkable sustainability, aiming for an impressive ARR of $40 million with just $1 million in funding. Tune in to expl...

Explore the exciting realm of early-stage investments with Sunicon Ventures, a venture fund with a wealth of experience in driving innovation across various sectors, including Blockchain, AI/ML, Consumer, Healthcare, EdTech, and FinTech. Saloni dives into the company's beginnings, what makes a startup attractive for investment, what investors seek in the early stages before products are ready, and...

While Google Maps reigns supreme in city navigation, what about those pesky potholes or hidden forest trails? What3words is tackling the trickiest of location challenges and is shaking up the geotagging game with over $200 million in funding. Chris Sheldrick talks about the disruptive potential of this platform and its competition with established industry giants. Get notified about the latest rel...

1Kosmos is like having a digital ID on your device that lets you access your bank application or your employer’'s computer systems without needing a password. Mike Engle is a serial entrepreneur and in this freewheeling conversation, he shares his lessons from his three decade long journey.

Delve into the fascinating journey of Arvind Agarwal, a seasoned Private Equity investor who is now marrying his wealth of experience in traditional investing with the realm of impact investing. Impact investing involves strategically investing in companies that aim to make a positive difference in society or the environment. Explore the nuances of Arvind's transition and gain valuable insights in...

Sudip is a luggage industry veteran having working in leadership roles with luggage companies for more than a decade. In this candid conversation, he shares the journey of becoming an entrepreneur at such a late stage in life and how he is fundamentally changing the business model of the luggage industry by using smart technology. For more such interesting founder journeys, subscribe to our newsle...

Entrepreneurs globally are pioneering new categories to address both lifestyle and chronic diseases through the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Gynoveda is one such innovative startup revolutionizing women's health by seamlessly blending Ayurveda with cutting-edge technology. For more such interesting founder journeys, subscribe to our newsletter www.founderthesis.com

Internal Combustion engine vehicles are on their way out, and soon all vehicles will be electric. For commercial EVs, it's smarter to swap batteries than wait for them to charge due to limited charging stations and the need for constant vehicle uptime. Sheru is a disruptive EV startup focused on swapping EV batteries and providing energy storage solutions for power companies. For more such interes...

The e-rickshaw industry is experiencing rapid growth, and a critical requirement is a reliable battery-swapping infrastructure. Varun talks about the large opportunity in battery swapping, using smart tech to build an asset-light multi-location chain of charging points and how they are enabling entrepreneurship as a part of their business model. For more such interesting founder journeys, subscrib...

Smita and Ram launched a not-for-profit initiative to help artisans and farmers access affordable credit. This initiative evolved into Rang De, a social P2P lending platform offering people the chance to invest in loans for those seeking to improve their livelihoods, providing both financial and social returns.

FinBox has built the pipes that help fintech companies ingest user data, apply decision-making engines and run their workflows through an orchestration engine. Rajat discusses building pipes for the fintech space and creating a global business.

Rohit is building an intelligent and automated platform that can provide both pre-built and customized connections for financial services. Think of it like a plug-and-play system that makes it easier to integrate with various banking and finance tools. He talks about his journey of solving deep tech infrastructure challenges in banking and financial services.

OkCredit offers a free digital ledger solution along with financial products for the unorganised sector. It has raised almost 85 million dollars to date from top VCs. Harsh shares his journey from the humble beginnings of OKCredit to where it is today and how it reached here.

This episode delves into the immense potential of language translation services, a booming $56 billion global industry, and how it relates to the complex US healthcare sector. Sunny Singh is currently the founder of RoundGlass which is a combination of a social enterprise and a for-profit wellness business. He narrates his journey of building a healthier and more joyful world through technology-dr...

Uday Narang brings to the table both his personal background as a hedge fund manager and his family background of running one of India’s leading auto components manufacturers. He shares his journey of building Omega Seiki, his management philosophy, and he decodes the major trends in the EV industry.

Veira Group is an Original Device manufacturer - they design and manufacture televisions for other brands. Sharan Maini is from the second generation of the Veira Group promoters, taking forward his father’s legacy in manufacturing televisions. He talks about the journey of the group from making 10 radio sets a day to manufacturing thousands of televisions a day.

Shlok is a creator and social influencer who’s now creating a D2C brand in the mobile accessory space. He shares his journey of becoming a creator straight out of college instead of taking up a job, and how the creator economy works.