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In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Harinie Sekaran, the founder of Leadle Consulting, a Go-to-Market consulting firm that has helped over 500+ B2B companies build predictable, profitable revenue engines without hiring large sales teams. Harinie breaks down the evolution of outbound sales, from the days of cold calling and field visits to today's tech-driven landscape. We explore why gene...

Ever wondered how brands go viral in today's digital age? In this episode of ELI podcast, we sit down with Himanshu Singla, the visionary CEO & Co-Founder of Idiotic Media, one of India's leading influencer and meme marketing agencies! Himanshu is at the forefront of transforming traditional marketing, focusing on meme marketing, influencer marketing, and cutting-edge content strategie...

This episode of ELI features Rohit Sethi, the founder of Seclude, a chain of unique homestays and boutique resorts across India. Rohit shares his entrepreneurial journey, from being a chartered accountant to building a successful hospitality business focused on offbeat locations. He discusses the evolution of the homestay industry in India, the target audience for Seclude, their technology usage,...

In this episode of Eli Podcast, we delve into the entrepreneurial journey of Anand, the founder of Ignite Solutions, a software development firm based in Pune. With over three decades of experience in the tech industry, Anand shares his background, from his masters in computer science to his experiences in the US and the eventual founding of Ignite Solutions. We explore Ignite Solutions' evolution...

In this insightful episode of ELI (Entrepreneur Lounge of India), host Priyaranjan Mohanty sits down with Vikas Nawal, the CEO and Founder of Interspace Communications, a leading media and communication agency in India. Vikas shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his roots in Pilani to building a successful agency competing with multinational giants. He dives deep into the evolution of media sp...

In this episode of ELI, we delve into the fascinating journey of Entod Pharmaceuticals, a leading international research company with over four decades of expertise in ophthalmology, ENT, and dermatology. Host Priyaranjan Mohanty sits down with Mr. Nikkhil K. Masurkar, the CEO of Entod, to explore the company's rich history, its evolution from a contract manufacturer to a research-driven innov...

In this episode of ELI, we host Samir Mathur, the Managing Director of ROInet, a company building India's largest last-mile financial services network. Learn about Samir's journey from a transferable job background and MBA at MIT Sloan to tackling the crucial issue of financial inclusion in India. We delve into:The inspiration behind ROInet and the research done at MIT and Harvard. The definition...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Saurabh Marda, co-founder of Freyr Energy, a leading rooftop solar company in India. Saurabh shares his journey into the booming solar sector, the reasons behind its recent surge in India, and Freyr Energy's unique approach to making solar accessible for homes and businesses. Discover common misconceptions about solar power, the impressive payback pe...

In this episode of ELI, we speak with Karun Kandoi, the founder of Vidysea, an innovative platform revolutionizing how students find the right educational path, both domestically and internationally. Karun shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey, from his early exposure to family business to working at tech giants like GE and Microsoft before founding his own ventures. Discover how Vidysea ut...

ELI: India's only podcast dedicated to founder journeys. In this episode, we sit down with Sonali Chowdhry, CEO of Netcomm Labs and Officenet, a leading SaaS-based HRTech platform. Hear Sonali's story of building her company over two decades, the evolution of Officenet's comprehensive "Hire to Retire" HR solutions, her perspective on the biggest trends shaping the HR landscap...

Welcome to ELI, India's premier podcast where we delve into the journeys of visionary founders. In this episode, we host Nikhil Gangamkote, the CEO of Prime Toolings, a leader in precision engineering and manufacturing. Nikhil elaborates on Prime Toolings' unique integrated approach, blending industrial design, simulation, and manufacturing under one roof, and how this benefits their clien...

Discover the entrepreneurial journey of Rahul Veerwal, the founder and CEO of GetWork. From his experiences managing placements at NIT Allahabad to building an AI-driven hiring platform impacting thousands of students across India, Rahul shares valuable insights on the challenges fresh graduates face, the impact of AI on job opportunities, and his vision for empowering the next generation of talen...

Welcome to ELI, the podcast where we interview startup founders in India. In this episode, we speak with Avinash Shekhar, the founder of Pi42, India's first crypto-to-INR futures trading platform. Avinash simplifies the world of crypto futures trading, explaining how it works in the crypto space. We delve into the advantages of leverage (up to 75x on Pi42), the regulatory landscape of crypto i...

Chapters with Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction to Entrepreneur Lounge of India (ELI)0:03 - Guest Introduction: Ajay Rao, Founder & CEO of Emiza Supply Chain Services0:23 - Ajay Rao's Introduction and Background0:49 - Early Career and Entry into Supply Chain (US & India)1:27 - First Venture: ATM Cash Logistics at Writer2:18 - Moving to the Relocation Business within Writer2:56 - Role at A...

In this episode of Entrepreneur Lounge of India (ELI), we speak with Vikram Marwaha, Joint Managing Director of DRRK Foods, the makers of Crown Rice. Vikram shares the fascinating history of their family business, tracing back four generations in the rice industry. We delve into the evolving challenges of rice production and export, from pesticide concerns to global logistics. Discover the unique...

Welcome to Eli (Entrepreneur Lounge of India), your daily dose of inspiration for entrepreneurship! Today, we have Chirag Jadhav, the Co-founder and CTO of Tablesprint. Tablesprint is an innovative AI-powered SaaS platform enabling businesses to build custom enterprise applications within minutes, not months. Chirag shares his journey (00:47) starting as an engineer (University of Pune graduate),...

Welcome back to Eli, your source for entrepreneurial inspiration! In this episode, we chat with Joy Sharma, Founder & CEO of EZ Works, a unique service business leveraging AI across offerings like graphic design, market research, video production, and more. Joy shares his fascinating journey (00:55) from engineering (Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology) and working at STMicroelectronics, to...

In this episode of ELI, host Priya welcomes Ashish Goyal, Co-founder of Fibe (formerly known as Early Salary). Fibe is a leading fintech app providing quick micro-credit and diverse financial solutions in India. Ashish shares his entrepreneurial journey (00:47), transitioning from a finance career to founding Early Salary in 2015 (01:41). He discusses:The market need and research behind launching...

Dive deep into the world of insurance with Tarun Mathur, Co-founder and Chief Business Officer at Policybazaar for BusinessIn this episode, Tarun shares his fascinating entrepreneurial journey, from his early days navigating India as a "Fauji kid" and working in call centers, to co-founding one of India's largest insurtech platforms. We explore the evolution of Policybazaar and get an exclusive lo...

Ever wondered how massive university hostels housing thousands of students are managed in India? Go behind the scenes of Fretbox, the innovative SaaS platform transforming traditionally manual hostel operations into a streamlined, digital experience! In this episode of Eli, we talk to Ashish Gupta, Co-Founder & CEO of Fretbox, about his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. Discover how Fretbox i...

In this episode, we talk with Manoj Dhanotiya, a serial entrepreneur and the Founder of Micro Mitti. Manoj shares his incredible journey – from starting a bootstrapped IT firm, building a successful e-commerce SaaS platform, to now revolutionizing the real estate sector with Micro Mitti. Micro Mitti is India's pioneering co-investment PropTech platform focused on making fractional ownership in...

In this episode, we sit down with Manoj Adlakha, the founder of RedBeryl Lifestyle Services. Red Beryl is a unique, premier luxury lifestyle management company dedicated to curating exclusive experiences and providing unparalleled service to India's rapidly growing affluent class (HNIs and Ultra HNIs).Join us as Manoj shares his incredible journey:- From Chartered Accountant to a top executive...

Sonya, Co-founder of Imarticus Learning - India's leading professional education company, discusses bridging India's skill gap, the impact of AI, trending job skills (FinTech, Gen AI), her entrepreneurial path, and the future of the edtech industry. Essential listening for insights on education, careers, and entrepreneurship in India. Timestamps:(01:26) Why Imarticus Started(05:03) The Ski...

Welcome to Eli! In this episode, we talk with Aditya Mhatre, Co-founder of MyBeacon (mybeacon.ca), a fintech startup revolutionizing the immigration experience for those moving to Canada. Aditya shares his incredible journey from being an early employee at Reliance Jio and Paytm (Canada & Japan/PayPay) to founding Beacon based on his own challenges as an immigrant. Discover how Beacon aims to...

Welcome to another episode of ELI, your daily dose of inspiration for entrepreneurship! In episode 449, we have a fascinating conversation with Jinen Dedhia, the Co-founder of DronaHQ, a cutting-edge low-code and no-code app development platform. Join us as Jinen shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days and initial ventures to the evolution of Drona HQ.