Puru Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of True Elements, has been managing the company since 2014. He founded True Elements with the aim of challenging current norms and perceptions about health foods. True Elements represents his dedication to promoting healthier lifestyles through innovative food products. Notably, True Elements is not his first venture. Previously, he co-founded Healthy World, a pioneering initiative that offered healthier food options to its customers. Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, Puru Gupta gained extensive experience holding key positions at Kartnowa Technologies, where he contributed to technological advancements, and at Procter & Gamble, where he honed his skills as Project Manager, Market Strategy & Planning. His career also includes significant roles at several other notable organizations, shaping his journey towards leadership in the health and wellness industry.
Nikhilesh Goel is the mind behind Validus, ASEAN’s largest SME financing platform focused on unsecured lending to growing businesses. His vision through his company is to empower, educate, and provide individuals and small business owners with a rapid, robust, and seamless lending marketplace. With a background rooted in strategic leadership, Nikhilesh has held key positions at Taipan Partners, where he played a pivotal role in investment strategy, and at MASAN Group, where he contributed to business development and carried out strategic initiatives. His diverse experience equips him with a deep understanding of financial markets and a strategic edge in driving Validus towards becoming a cornerstone of SME financing across Southeast Asia.
Sanidhya Narain, co-founder of Dashtoon, is a well-known name in the industry. Founded in 2022, Dashtoon has quickly established itself as a leading platform for reading and creating comics and manga using generative AI technology, revolutionizing the creative landscape. Sanidhya is also recognized as a founding member of Pocket FM, a widely acclaimed audio story app that has reshaped the digital storytelling experience. Before venturing into entrepreneurship, he accumulated valuable experience in corporate roles at Shell and ITC Limited, where he gained insights into operational excellence and strategic management in large-scale enterprises. His entrepreneurial journey is marked by a commitment to innovation and user-centric platforms that redefine entertainment and storytelling in the digital age.
Sarika Pandey, another star of FMS Delhi, is the founder of Wooqer. Wooqer, founded in 2014, stands as a real-time, mobile-first app and DIY platform designed specifically to empower retailers and restaurants by facilitating the digitization of compliance, audits, workflows, and communications. The platform’s intuitive reports on the dashboard enable faster decision-making and improved visibility into operations. Sarika Pandey brings a wealth of expertise from her distinguished career, having held notable positions at Kotak Wealth Management, where she specialized in financial advisory services, Standard Chartered Bank, where she worked as City Head as well as project manager for new branch opening, and ANZ Grindlays Bank, where she honed her skills in financial management and client relations.
Ritwik Khare, founder at ELIVAAS, is on a mission to enrich the lives of vacation home owners and travelers. Founded in February 2023, his mission with ELIVAAS is to build the world’s most admired vacation rental platform for second home owners and travelers. Ritwik’s entrepreneurial journey is backed by a diverse professional background. Before founding ELIVAAS, he held key positions at LEAD School, where he contributed to educational innovation, MakeMyTrip.com, where he played a pivotal role in shaping online travel experiences, AEGON Religare Life Insurance Co. Ltd., where he gained insights into financial services, and Citibank, where he developed expertise in banking and financial management. His multifaceted experience equips him with a deep understanding of both the travel industry and financial services, driving ELIVAAS towards becoming a global leader in vacation rentals.
Sumit Jasoria is one of the visionary minds behind NEWME. Founded in May 2022, NEWME aims to become the most loved FashionTech platform for GenZ across India and Southeast Asia. Sumit Jasoria’s journey into entrepreneurship is enriched by a wealth of knowledge and expertise gained from his extensive career at various notable organizations. Prior to founding NEWME, he made significant contributions at FairAngels VC, where he honed his skills in venture capital and startup investments, Daraz, where he led initiatives in e-commerce and digital transformation, and Bharti Airtel, where he worked as product marketing manager. His diverse professional background equips him with a strategic edge in driving NEWME’s vision of revolutionizing fashion technology and consumer experiences across the region.
Dr. Sumit Pahwa, an alum of FMS Delhi’s 2005 batch, is the co-founder of Complinity. Established as India’s leading compliance software, Complinity aids numerous companies in managing their compliances, contracts, registrations, and other legal matters efficiently. Dr. Pahwa’s expertise extends beyond entrepreneurship; he is also a prolific author, having authored 10 books on the Companies Act, 2013 titled “Corporate Law Referencer”. His contributions to legal literature reflect his deep knowledge and experience in corporate law. Dr. Pahwa is a sought-after speaker at various events and webinars, where he shares insights drawn from nearly 24 years of legal practice. His career includes pivotal roles at esteemed organizations such as eMinds Legal, Barclays Shared Services, and Genpact, where he accumulated extensive experience in legal operations and compliance management, enriching his leadership at Complinity.
Bhuvan Gupta is the co-founder of not one but two startups, namely OfBusiness and Oxyzo.in. OfBusiness, established as a technology-driven SME financing platform, focuses on adding value to businesses through its innovative raw material fulfillment engine, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency. With a couple of decades of experience under his belt, Bhuvan Gupta is a seasoned name in the industry, known for his strategic insights and leadership. Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, he played crucial roles at Snapdeal, contributing to the growth of e-commerce in India, and Bharti SoftBank, where he was instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and partnerships. His diverse expertise across finance, technology, and business strategy enriches both OfBusiness and Oxyzo.in, positioning him as a key figure in India’s startup ecosystem.
Naman Mawandia, co-founder of Magicpin and an alum of FMS Delhi’s 2009 batch, founded the company in 2015. Magicpin has revolutionized marketing for offline retail in the smartphone era, leveraging data to drive significant business growth. The platform facilitates over $2 billion in annual transactions for local and major retailers, partnering with renowned brands such as McDonald’s, Lifestyle, Shoppers Stop, Levi’s, CCD, and others. Prior to founding Magicpin, Naman Mawandia held a pivotal role as VP at Langham Capital, overseeing private equity coverage, managing transactions, and fostering client relationships. His earlier experience at McKinsey & Company equipped him with invaluable insights into strategic consulting and corporate management, providing a strong foundation for his entrepreneurial journey with Magicpin.
Ranjeet Pratap Singh is the co-founder and CEO of Pratilipi, an emerging digital platform offering a wide range of reading options in the English language at affordable subscription rates. Founded with a vision to democratize access to literature, Pratilipi has quickly become a popular choice among readers. Ranjeet Pratap Singh, as one of the co-founders and CEO, plays a pivotal role in shaping business strategy, overseeing customer acquisition efforts, and managing the company’s human resources. Prior to embarking on his entrepreneurial journey with Pratilipi, Ranjeet held significant positions at Vodafone, where he contributed to telecommunications strategies and operations, and Citibank India, where he gained insights into financial services and customer relationship management. His diverse experience in corporate leadership positions him as a driving force behind Pratilipi’s growth in the digital reading landscape.