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In a world saturated with information, how does a brand or individual capture attention and build trust? The answer is perception. And the tool to build it is Public Relations. In this episode, we sit down with Upasna Dash, the founder of one of India's leading homegrown PR agencies, Jajabor PR. Starting from her parents' couch with no connections and zero investment, Upasna has built an e...

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Shyam Panda, a seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully built two distinct startups. Shyam shares his incredible journey, from his early days in a small town in Odisha, India, to studying at NIT Rourkela and XIMB, to working at Oracle's headquarters in Silicon Valley. Discover the story behind his first venture, DiLytics, a systems integration and sol...

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Brijesh Patel, the CTO of SNDK Corp, a technology services company at the forefront of generative AI, IoT, and cloud computing. Brijesh shares his incredible journey from the US to becoming a CTO in India, driven by a passion for curiosity and solving business challenges with technology. We dive deep into how SNDK Corp has grown from a software development...

In India, only 4% of the population is financially educated, leaving many vulnerable to unqualified advice and misselling. How can we change this? In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Krishan Mishra, CEO of FPSB India, the leading financial planning body that offers the globally recognized Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification. Krishan breaks down the critical importance of professio...

In this episode of ELI, we welcome Rahul Mehra, the co-founder of Roadcast, a SaaS platform specializing in fleet management and tracking. Rahul shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days as a marketer at Ogilvy to building a successful tech company. He discusses the evolution of Roadcast, its pivots, and its impact on various industries, including logistics, construction, and even la...

In this episode, we sit down with Sriram P H, the Co-Founder & CEO of DaveAI, a groundbreaking AI-driven sales augmentation platform. Sriram shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, starting from his childhood in a tea estate to his early ventures, including an omni-channel pet store, and the pivotal moments that led to the creation of DaveAI.We dive deep into the technology behind DaveA...

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Richa Jaggi, the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Awshad, a pioneering Indian brand making waves in the medical cannabis and wellness space. Richa shares her deeply personal and emotional journey from a high-flying corporate career at Times Internet to launching Awshad. It's a story driven by love, loss, and the desire to provide relief, which...

In this episode of Eli, we sit down with Masaharu Morita, a 20-year veteran of FUJIFILM and the Program Director at Nura, a pioneering AI-powered health screening center. Join us as we explore Mr. Morita's incredible journey, from starting in FUJIFILM's healthcare division in Japan to expanding the business tenfold in the Middle East and Africa. Discover the fascinating story of how FUJIFI...

In this episode, we sit down with Sunil Kharbanda and Haresh Calcuttawala, the Founders of Trezix Software, a SaaS platform for import and export businesses. With over 25 years of experience in the tech and ERP space, Sunil and Haresh share their entrepreneurial journey, from their corporate careers at companies like SAP and Oracle to identifying a critical gap in the global trade management marke...

In this episode of ELI, we welcome Anantharam Varayur, the co-founder of Manasum Senior Living. Anantharam shares his remarkable three-decade entrepreneurial journey, from starting a pioneering IT networking company in the '80s to following his true passion: creating vibrant, premium communities for seniors. Discover the powerful story of how a single conversation pushed him and his wife to cl...

In this episode, we sit down with Nitin Lahoti, the Co-founder of Mobisoft, a pioneering digital product development company. Nitin shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from his early days in a small village to building a global tech company with a strong focus on AI and digital innovation. Discover how Mobisoft transitioned from a mobility-focused startup to a full-fledged digital engin...

In this episode of the ELI Podcast, we sit down with Gaurav Bhagat, the founder of Consortium Gifts, India's fastest-growing corporate gifting company. Gaurav shares his incredible entrepreneurial story, which began at just 16 years old when he created and sold a stock market board game and the iconic WWF trump cards. He walks us through his accidental entry into the corporate gifting world, t...

Is sustainability just a cost center, or can it be a company's greatest competitive advantage? In this episode, we sit down with Vivek Mehra, a global technology executive and the Co-Founder, Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer of Onlygood.ai, to demystify the complex world of ESG, carbon tracking, and climate tech. Vivek shares his incredible journey from digital transformation to f...

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Sanjay Laul, the founder of MSM Unify, the world's largest student recruitment ecosystem. Sanjay shares his incredible journey from a small-town entrepreneur in Lucknow facing multiple business failures to building a global enterprise that spans across 20 countries. Discover the perseverance and ambition that drove him through 12 years of struggle, the...

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Amey Naik, co-founder of 'I', a homegrown, AI-powered social media application aiming to create a unique space in the Indian market. Amey shares his journey from working in service-based and product-based companies like Capgemini and Salesforce to taking the entrepreneurial leap. He delves into the origin story of 'I', a platform that combin...

Ashutosh Prakash Singh, the co-founder and CEO of Revrag AI, joins the ELI podcast to discuss his entrepreneurial journey. He talks about his background, from his early days and interest in music to becoming a product manager and eventually starting his own company. Ashutosh explains the problem Revrag AI is solving in the BFSI sector by using AI agents to reduce drop-offs during customer onboardi...

In this episode of ELI, we're joined by Harsh Gupta, a Principal at Flourish Ventures, a leading early-stage global VC firm. Harsh shares his insights on the world of venture capital, offering a comprehensive guide for startup founders on the fundraising process. We delve into:- Harsh's journey from a finance professional to a VC.- The investment thesis of Flourish Ventures and their focus...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Shashank Shekhar Sharma, the founder and CEO of Expedify, a conversational CRM powered by AI. Dr. Sharma shares his incredible journey from brand management at companies like Dabur and Nestlé to pioneering the future of sales and marketing with agentic AI.We dive deep into what "agentic AI" truly means and how it's creating autonomous systems tha...

In this episode of the ELI Podcast, we sit down with Aditi Sinha, the co-founder of Locale.ai, a sales automation platform that raised over $5 million in VC funding. Aditi shares her raw and honest story of building a company from the ground up, navigating multiple pivots, and ultimately making the difficult decision to shut down and return capital to investors. Join us as we delve into the highs...

In this ELI podcast episode, Naveen Tiwari, co-founder of Scrabble and Jigsaw, shares his journey from a small-town upbringing in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, to building a successful executive search and recruitment firm. With a background in private banking and seven years in recruitment at Michael Page, Naveen co-founded Scrabble with his wife and a colleague, focusing on leadership hiring (₹30L+ sa...

In this insightful episode of ELI, we speak with Raghvendra Nath, the Managing Director of Ladderup Asset Managers, a leading private wealth management firm in India. Raghvendra shares his extensive experience in the Indian capital markets since 1994 and provides a deep dive into how family offices and high-net-worth individuals approach investments. We discuss the unique challenges and opportunit...

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Pranav, the founder and CEO of The Hosteller, India's largest self-operated backpacker hostel chain! Discover the journey of building a brand new hospitality concept in India, the key differences between hotels and hostels, and how The Hosteller caters to the adventurous spirit of young Indian travelers. Pranav shares his insights on overcoming initial...

In this episode of ELI, we delve into the fascinating world of lab-grown diamonds with Achal Gupta, the founder of Craftier! Discover his journey into the jewelry industry, the truth about the natural vs. lab-grown diamond debate, and the challenges and future of the Indian jewelry market. Achal shares valuable insights on transparency, the power of omni-channel retail, and his innovative franchis...

In this inspiring episode, we delve into the journey of General Instruments Consortium (GIC), a 60-year-old Indian manufacturing powerhouse led by third-generation CEO, Sarva Kulkarni. Discover how GIC has become a leading exporter of pressure, temperature, level, and flow instruments to over 37 countries, embodying the spirit of "Make in India" for a global market. Learn about their his...

Welcome to ELI, the podcast where we bring you conversations with India's most innovative founders. In this episode, we delve into the booming coworking industry with Sparsh Khandelwal, the founder and CEO of Stylework Workspaces, a leading flexible workspace aggregator in India. Join us as we explore Sparsh's entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of coworking in India, and how Stylework...