Women Making Impact - India

Gemeria Hair offers supreme quality, authentic virgin Indian hair sourced exclusively from the temples  of South India. We provide a wide assortment of hair products, ranging from ready-to-wear clip-ins,  ponytails, and wigs to professional keratin bonded tips, machine wefts, and more. Our hair comes in  various colors, lengths, and textures to suit every woman's unique style and preference. 

Chetna, a seasoned Communication Strategist and Business & Leadership Coach, is renowned for her expertise in establishing processes and crafting strategic plans tailored to meet diverse business needs. With a wealth of experience spanning 15 years, she excels in building both systems and people to successfully accomplish business objectivesAn accomplished academic, Chetna emerged as a university topper in Mass Media and further honed her skills as an Executive Alumna of the prestigious Indian Institute of Management Calcutta. Throughout her career, she has made significant contributions across various segments such as branding, research, advertising, design, communication, PR, and media.As the Co-founder of Morning Star Brandcom, Chetna actively shapes the company's vision and leads day- to-day operations, playing a pivotal role in its success. With a focus on new business development and talent acquisition, Chetna complements her partner Gaurav's expertise in media relations and client servicing. This dynamic partnership ensures a well-balanced approach, allowing the firm to stay true to its purpose.In her previous role, she led a strategic business unit for a prominent real estate company, overseeing sales, marketing, and corporate communication, with a focus on driving revenue and profitability.

Esha Bhambri is the Co-Founder of House of Fett, a luxury women's wear brand based in Noida, India. Established in 2018, House of Fett offers a diverse range of apparel, including dresses, gowns, co-ord sets, jumpsuits, and tunics, catering to various occasions such as resort wear, party wear, and casual wear. The brand has expanded significantly, with multiple retail outlets across India​

Dr. Prachi Benara, IVF Specialist, Birla Fertility and IVF is a highly skilled fertility specialist with over 16 years of experience in reproductive medicine. A Gold Medalist in MBBS, she has expertise in advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries, successfully addressing complex conditions such as endometriosis, recurrent miscarriage, menstrual disorders, and uterine anomalies, including uterine septum.With a rich global experience, Dr. Benara has performed over 3,500 IVF cycles and is recognized for her specialized care in fertility preservation, including egg freezing and cancer fertility preservation. She has worked with renowned institutions like Max Hospital, Artemis Hospital, and Oxford University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in the UK, further enhancing her proficiency in the field.Dr. Benara is also an active member of the Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) and has earned certifications in IUI and IVF from the British Fertility Society, UK, adding to her credentials in providing cutting-edge fertility treatments.

Dr. Sruthi Balammagary is a highly motivated IT professional with over 13 years of experience in software development, full-stack engineering, and functional programming. With a Ph.D. in Information Technology, my research focused on addressing IT failures in autonomous cars using machine learning and cybersecurity strategies. Currently, I work as a Senior Software Engineer at Comcast, where I develop scalable, high-performance applications using Java, Scala, and modern frameworks. I have a deep passion for AI, particularly in applying machine learning and deep learning to cybersecurity, anomaly detection, and intelligent automation. My expertise spans backend and frontend development, system design, and agile methodologies. Constantly driven by innovation, I am eager to explore AI-driven solutions that enhance software development, security, and autonomous systems.

Pragya Priyali is the visionary Founder and Creative Director of Unrush, a slow fashion brand born out of her deep commitment to craftsmanship. With over 16 years of experience in the fashion industry, her journey began as a design graduate from NIFT Delhi and evolved into leadership roles in content, social, and brand marketing at India's top fashion e-commerce platforms, including Myntra.Unrush was founded in response to the "fast everything" culture dominating fashion. It is Pragya's mission to inspire conscious consumption and embrace timeless elegance. Her personal aesthetic—minimalist, thoughtful, and subtle—drives the brand's identity. Unrush's designs are crafted for the modern, mature working woman who seeks both style and substance in her wardrobe.Pragya ensures that Unrush not only stands out for its fashion but also for its values. The brand operates as a women-only organization, committed to hiring and partnering with women-led enterprises. Fabrics are ethically sourced from India, and garments are produced in facilities that meet international standards for worker safety and hygiene. In keeping with the slow fashion philosophy, each style is produced in small batches, avoiding wastage and ensuring the uniqueness of every piece.

Radhika Koolwal is the co-founder of Urban Space, and her role in transforming her husband Rohit Agarwal's family textile business from Ahmedabad into one of India's leading home decor brands. Urban Space is a great example of how a fresh perspective can take a traditional business to new heights. Rohit, with his deep expertise in textiles and production, laid the foundation for the brand's quality-first approach. However, it was Radhika's entry into the business that truly propelled its growth in the digital age. When Radhika joined the business in 2018, she had no prior experience in textiles or home decor. Yet, she brought her background in engineering and marketing to the table, setting up Urban Space's e-commerce and digital strategies from scratch. Her ability to quickly adapt and understand market trends has been instrumental in Urban Space's growth, particularly in the highly competitive online market. Today, the brand boasts INR 6 crore in monthly sales and a strong digital presence, which she has helped build from the ground up.

As the cofounder of ZFunds, Vidhi is on a mission to make purchase of financial products and decision making Sahi* (Right) and Asaan* (Easy) in the 500 bottom districts of India. ZFunds enables distribution of financial products through ZFunds experts in the highly underserved segment of tier-2,3 and 4 markets. After spending 8 years working with a couple of unicorns like Zomato and Policybazaar and early stage startups like Healthkart, Vidhi knows what truly drives customers to a product— it's not dishing out the top trends of the week. It's how well you connect and understand the users you're trying to help and communicate your understanding back to them. Vidhi was a part of the initial investments team at Paisabazaar and had a pivotal role in taking the platform to number 2 in the country. Now ZFunds, engages 1000+ micro-entrepreneursthat advise 60000+ customers from 600 cities and towns. Vidhi holds a B.tech from Delhi College of Engineering.

Mira Swarup is an accomplished Impact Communication Coach & Speaker based in India. Her military upbringing taught the value of social presence and etiquettes, which sprung into a desire to use effective communication to have a significant impact on people's lives, and was the driving force behind the decision to become an entrepreneur. She gained a grasp of manners and social graces throughout her military cultivation, which sparked interest in the meaning and purpose of life as well. Ms. Swarup felt a persistent motivation towards accomplishing her potential despite having a successful decade-long career with renowned healthcare organisations. She found her true calling in helping people present themselves more compellingly as a result of her quest. Her passion to support professionals in being heard, seen, and followed has been impactful and has led to solidifying her stronghold as a thought leader in the communication coaching industry – both private and corporate coaching programmes. Her current area of expertise is dismantling ineffective communication patterns and assisting people in improving their interactions with others, both personally and professionally.

Shalu's journey as a startup founder coincided with the birth of her daughter a couple of years after founding Growthpal, presenting a unique set of challenges. Even as her daughter needed time and staying up through the night and juggling the demands of a rapidly growing company leading a team of 50 people, which requires much more time compared to a job, it has been an emotional battle. The clash between the demands of late-night U.S. sales and the desire to be present for her daughter has been a battle of managing the emotional toll and the importance of effective time management. The emotional battle of not always being seen as the top priority by her daughter while also striving for success in the competitive startup landscape highlights the sacrifices and challenges that many women face in similar situations.After graduating from IIT Kharagpur, she did her MBA from IIM Lucknow, and worked at  Mindtickle and Deloitte and was consulting with 20 startups across various verticals including healthcare. During her college days as well, she tried her hand at starting up and learned multiple things even though they did not work out and believes that they helped her get here. Shalu's journey into entrepreneurship wasn't without its challenges. As a co-founder of Growthpal, she faced the unique challenge of navigating a startup landscape with no set guideposts unlike when one is in a job where one is told what to do. Wearing multiple hats, from team building to strategic decision-making, she embraced the chaos and considers it a valuable opportunity for personal growth.

Anika is a highly motivated, result driven digital marketing professional with over 12 year's experience in developing digital strategy and digital brand management. She is a team leader with the ability to foster progress and manage attrition in a fast paced environment.Over the years she has had the opportunity to build and drive teams that led digital transformation and customer experience initiatives for some of the top brands in India, through social media marketing, online brand experience, performance marketing, content marketing, brand management, customer experience, mobile marketing, influencer marketing and media planning.

Aditi is the Co-Founder and CEO of EcoRatings, a Gen Ai solution for the sustainability domain. She is also an angel investor, mentor and advisor to female founded start-ups in early stage ventures. Previously, she was the sole woman founder of a hospitality business that has successfully scaled in a new segment and merged with a strategic partner. Having previously worked with marquee names such as Barings Private Equity, McKinsey & Company, etc. she have extensive hands-on experience with investment, scaling and startups.

Komal Rukhana, the Co-founder at Mint and Milk PR, in her 15 year career tenure, has catered to over 100+ clients including notable brands in the fashion, beauty, home decor, hospitality, wellness and luxury industries. Known for her creative skills and being adept at crafting compelling narratives for the right audience, Komal has excelled at building strong media relations in an ever-evolving media and social media landscape. What keeps her going is being able to build brands that she truly believes in and help them realise their goals. Over the years, upon sharing a great camaraderie, values, working styles and a common passion to work for brands as a strategic partner, during the corporate stints with Janvi Mankani she decided to further pursue her passion and started Mint and Milk PR at the age of 25 in 2017. Mint and Milk PR is a boutique PR agency offering services such as strategic media relations, influencer marketing and brand strategy. 'Mint' stands for Minty Fresh ideas and 'Milk' represents honesty and transparency.

Shalu's journey as a startup founder coincided with the birth of her daughter a couple of years after founding Growthpal, presenting a unique set of challenges. Even as her daughter needed time and staying up through the night and juggling the demands of a rapidly growing company leading a team of 50 people, which requires much more time compared to a job, it has been an emotional battle. The clash between the demands of late-night U.S. sales and the desire to be present for her daughter has been a battle of managing the emotional toll and the importance of effective time management. The emotional battle of not always being seen as the top priority by her daughter while also striving for success in the competitive startup landscape highlights the sacrifices and challenges that many women face in similar situations.After graduating from IIT Kharagpur, she did her MBA from IIM Lucknow, and worked at  Mindtickle and Deloitte and was consulting with 20 startups across various verticals including healthcare. During her college days as well, she tried her hand at starting up and learned multiple things even though they did not work out and believes that they helped her get here. Shalu's journey into entrepreneurship wasn't without its challenges. As a co-founder of Growthpal, she faced the unique challenge of navigating a startup landscape with no set guideposts unlike when one is in a job where one is told what to do. Wearing multiple hats, from team building to strategic decision-making, she embraced the chaos and considers it a valuable opportunity for personal growth.

Amit Chhabra heads health insurance in Policybazaar.com. Under his leadership, Policybazaar.com witnessed significant growth for health insurance vertical to emerge as a one-stop destination for online health insurance needs. In this period, he also developed, Health-CRM team to create best-in-class service solutions for the company. He is also responsible for acquiring new partnerships to further expand the health insurance business.   A Post Graduate in Business Management from IIM, Indore and a Bachelor in Business Studies from Delhi University, Amit brings with him more than a decade of experience.    

Disha Shah, a second-generation jeweler, grew up immersed in the world of jewelry in Hong Kong, spending countless hours at her father's natural diamond business. Despite her upbringing surrounded by the craftsmanship and beauty of jewelry making, Disha initially pursued a different path, working in corporate roles. She never felt drawn to follow in her family's footsteps, especially as she found traditional jewelry designs to be too bulky and old-fashioned for her taste.

Kitchens are smaller now, and families are looking for variety in meals. Simultaneously, there is a growing awareness among the working population about healthy choices, including natural and preservative-free options. Additionally, the drawbacks of ordering food in are evident – it can be expensive, less hygienic, and might compromise the freshness and authenticity of the taste. In response to these challenges, a culinary revolution has unfolded with the rise of ready-to-cook products. This trend provides a practical middle ground for families striving to balance the demands of work and home life without compromising the quality of their meals. Innovative brands in this segment are addressing these concerns by offering preservative-free and authentic-tasting RTC products. This not only caters to the desire for convenient cooking but also allows households to indulge in guilt-free home-cooked meals.

Aanchal Saini is a seasoned entrepreneur with a wealth of Knowledge and experience in the rental fashion industry. Flyrobe understands this need and has come up with an innovative solution. They offer a wide range of designer outfits, including ethnic wear, premium apparel, and accessories, all available for rent at a reasonable price. The brand has the biggest flagship store in New Delhi and franchise stores in 10+ prominent Indian cities. The company operates on an Omnichannel model with an online presence in 30+ cities via its website. The Flyrobe website's monthly traffic is 2.5L users with 6L page views in a month. Flyrobe in its 8 years of existence has saved 4.8 Billion litres of water, turned 2L+ buyers into renters, and delayed Millions of outfits from ending up in the landfills.

Devyani Pawar, a distinguished social entrepreneur and accomplished graduate from the London School of Economics (LSE), founded DP House of Media at 22. As a dynamic young entrepreneur, she has reshaped design and marketing landscapes with a unique vision, boasting over 500 successful projects across India, the UK, and Europe. Notably, Devyani made history as the sole female representative at the World Economic Forum at the age of 22. Beyond business, she serves as the Curator and Impact Officer at Global Shapers Community Baramati Hub, actively promoting sustainability. Devyani also launched ForSapio, an innovative platform breaking conventional boundaries, and empowering individuals and businesses globally. Her multifaceted profile includes hosting the "Unfiltered Conversations" podcast and receiving the Times Power Women West India Award in 2020 for her excellence.

Chaitali brings over a decade of experience spanning technical product development, manufacturing optimization, and quality assurance for medical devices. Her last stint was with a major pharma corporation making non-invasive diagnostic tools. This exposed her first-hand to how better design and efficiency could improve patient access. Chaitali channeled those learnings into co-founding EzeRx in 2018 - with the vision to make reliable, non-invasive screening reach every household. Under Chaitali's leadership, EzeRx delivered on that vision within months of inception. Their pioneering product EzeCheck, the world's first non-invasive anemia screener, secured crucial verifications from ICMR- RMRCB and CDSCO. She considers that her biggest achievement yet - a testament to her meticulous approach and appetite for translating dreams into reality.

Mansi Poddar, an esteemed psychologist and psychotherapist in India, brings over 13 years of invaluable experience to her practice. She operates a private practice and is the dedicated founder of the Heal.Grow.Thrive Foundation, a global psychotherapy private practice headquartered in Kolkata. At the helm of the Foundation, Mansi's unique blend of professional expertise and personal empathy, drawn from her own experiences with C-PTSD, eating disorders, and suicidal ideation, allows her to guide clients through trauma therapy using somatic and narrative approaches. Mansi'seducational journey is anchored by a foundational Master's degree in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University, establishing a solid expertise in her field. This foundation is further enriched by various specialized certifications, training, and apprenticeships, including Queer Affirmative Counseling Practices, Narrative Therapy, the Gottman Method of Marital Therapy, Anger Management, Trauma Focused Psychotherapy, Psychospiritual Psychotherapy, Compassionate Inquiry, and a Professional Training Program in Compassionate Inquiry.

TekUncorked is a start-up company that is making waves across the globe with its award winning LVIoT platform that makes the electricity distribution grid Smart, Connected and Predictive to eliminate grid losses and help decarbonize the grid. LVIoT forecasts and mitigates risks and threats to the electricity distribution network, provides accurate insights about power quality, load management, demand forecasts and grid losses and health of the grid assets.              Tekuncorked is one of the early providers of integrated and comprehensive solutions for eliminating grid losses and reducing the carbon footprint of the electricity distribution grid. There are other providers however, their solutions are fragmented and partial.   The company is committed to reducing grid losses and enhancing efficiencies, safety and protection in the grid operations through the AI, IoT-based LVIoT platform. In India, trillions of units of electricity are generated. However, a significant percentage of it never reaches the intended customers, owing to losses in distribution.   

Neha Juneja is a seasoned entrepreneur having previously co-founded & scaled Greenway - India's largest clean cooking enterprise with ops across rural India and sub-Saharan Africa where she developed multiple credit partnerships focused on women as borrowers. Her work has been featured across the covers of Forbes, Businessworld etc.

Sunanda Tai Pawar is a philanthropist and women's rights activist who has dedicated over two decades to various initiatives to uplift rural communities. By providing multiple employment and earning opportunities, she stands as a beacon of hope to smaller communities in rural India. Along with her remarkable work done for the community, her heartfelt engagement with the younger generation and addressing critical topics like good touch and bad touch amongst children, period hygiene, and offering invaluable guidance against sexual harassment is admirable. Through her various initiatives, she seeks to empower many with resources and opportunities to better life and future.

GloWorld Energy, an ISO 9000:2015 certified start-up, is engaged in designing, manufacturing and selling Solar lamps. We are working at reducing carbon footprint and bringing world class solar powered light to millions living in electricity deficit / off-grid regions. Solar lamps are transformative products which enhance livelihood, reduce health risk, and increase productivity & safety of rural and urban consumers. GloWorld Energy is a Made in India start-up in the renewable energy space. We manufacture high quality off grid solar lighting solutions, across various price segments.In three years, over 125,000 rural households on the fringe of the economy, have been illuminated across 7 states. As Co-Founder and Director, my responsibilities are not limited to :· Business development with MFIs, Corporates and Institutions· Set up and management of distribution channels· Managing the marketing collateral and digital assets for awareness generation· Oversee the manufacturing scale up for the operation

Share India provides access to formal credit to the unserved sections of Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. This not only enables women in Rural areas to start their own business but also instills confidence and self respect in them.The company currently operates with 46 branches spread across 4 states UP Bihar Haryana and Punjab.

VOBBLE is on a mission - to engage young kids meaningfully and imaginatively. It provides a unique, immersive audio platform/device for kids to listen content from around the world! We are in the course of building Vobble and encourage parents and others who feel this need strongly to join the cause!

Harshita Khanna was appointed as the Chief People Officer at Home Credit India in June 2021. She has been with Home Credit India since 2015 and was heading the compensation & benefits and Rewards vertical. In her current role, she is responsible for people strategy including talent acquisition and management, employee lifecycle management, HR digitalization, Reward Strategy, performance management and internal communication. A seasoned HR professional, Harshita brings 15 years of rich experience, driving various facets of Performance Excellence in India and International markets across diverse industries. Her core expertise includes Rewards and Performance management, Merger & Acquisition, Succession Planning, Business Partnering, Talent Management and development and HR digitalization. Prior to Home Credit, Harshita has worked with large multinational corporations such as Computer Science Corporation, Schneider Electric India Pvt Ltd and AON Hewitt, serving diverse national and international HR mandates for these brands. Harshita has many certifications and accolades to her credit namely Certified AON Hewitt Performance Management expert, Certified CIPD Organizational Design Professional, MEHR'S-Certified OD Analyst, MEHR's Certified Psychometric Test Professional. She has been awarded ‘Knowledge Builder of the Year Award - 2010' in AON Hewitt, nominated as TCC Strategic Lead for Asia-Pacific Region by Regional and Global Leaders in AON Hewitt, nominated for CIPD training on successful completion of European Regulatory In-Home Credit India Finance Pvt to name a few.  Harshita holds a Master's degree in Operational Research and has completed Bachelors in Mathematics Honors from University of Delhi. She is an avid traveler and is determined to build on her strengths of being analytical & self-driven, continuously drive for accurate process improvement with a focus on training and knowledge-sharing.

Poorvi is a techie at heart. Having spent several years helping organizations optimize their operations and scale up their business, data analytics and technology comes naturally to her. She was born and brought up in Agra, and from her young age, had a keen interest in technology, software and start-ups. She completed her B. Tech in Information Technology from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad, and went ahead to work in Kronos Solutions as Software Developer for 2+ years where she gained hands-on experience in Big Data, Hadoop development and Workforce Management. Armed with her industry experience, she went on to do MBA from Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi in 2018.

Anjali Raghuvanshi is the Chief People Officer for Randstad India. An MBA from ICFAI Business School Hyderabad, she also has flair for finance, having earned an honors in finance from the reputed Banaras Hindu University. Anjali is a Strategic Business Partner who facilitates, supports and challenges business leaders along with anticipating the much-needed focus and change in workplace dynamics with the ever-evolving business landscape. Her experience ranges from industries like IT, Automotive to Consulting. Anjali is an expert in driving strategic resource optimization and rationalization initiatives through the organization. She has been instrumental in business continuity through developing a talent management framework which brings in all elements of talent together - like attract, retain, develop and engage. She has also been instrumental in driving a performance based culture in the organization and moving away from traditional performance management approach. She is passionate about protecting our environment for the future generations and an inclusive workplace. She also associates with campuses and B-schools in shaping the young minds and building talent for tomorrow.

Yashna Garg is a young and dynamic Indian entrepreneur who has made a name for herself in the business world through her innovative ideas and outcome driven leadership. She is currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Zeon Lifesciences Ltd, a leading nutraceutical company headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

Mamta Shekhawat, a dynamic and accomplished professional, having years of expertise in education industry and human resources. With a strong academic foundation in Political Science, holding a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree, Mamta further honed her skills with an MBA in Human Resources from the prestigious MAISM College in Jaipur. Mamta Shekhawat's career commenced with prestigious MNCs like ITC & Hitachi on different roles. Additionally, she has worked as vice-president at Cognus Technology, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit and versatility in both education and tech industries. Her journey didn't stop there. In 2012, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a vision to address the unique challenges faced by students seeking international education opportunities, Mamta founded Gradding.com.  Mamta recognized the need for a platform that not only guided students towards their study abroad dreams but also provided comprehensive assistance in navigating the intricate application processes. Thus, she conceptualized and established Gradding, a pioneering study abroad platform. Her unique blend of academic excellence, hands-on HR experience, and entrepreneurial acumen has made her a trusted voice in the education industry. With a deep understanding of students' concerns and a passion for bridging the gap between aspirations and reality, Mamta is dedicated to making the study abroad experience accessible and hassle-free for aspiring scholars. Mamta firmly believes in the importance of maintaining equilibrium among her roles as a successful entrepreneur, a loving mother, and a dedicated housewife. Her commitment to these values serves as a source of inspiration, demonstrating that it is indeed possible to excel in one's career, nurture a loving family, and find time for personal passions.

Seasoned and vibrant professional with almost 14 years of experience in the communication sector, Neha Bajaj, founded Scroll Mantra in 2014 with a vision to provide a holistic marketing strategy for upcoming and established brands. She graduated from Delhi University in Bachelor of Commerce and worked for almost eight years before taking the plunge to start her own agency. She started her career with an MNC in Delhi where she had a long stint of six years. Post that, she moved to head the northern region for a Bangalore based PR agency for two years. She has strong inclination towards achieving operational excellence, media intelligence, and designing strategic campaigns for brands to realize communication objectives. She has worked with many leading brands like PVR, Airbus, AITA, Huawei, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Myntra.com, Jabong.com, Zivame.com, LAP, DKNY, MINISO, Marks & Spencer, Carlton London, ViewSonic, HCL, ASICS, Sunglass Hut, DKNY, Claire's, Mothercare, Allen Solly, Van Heusen, Louis Phillippe, bluO, W for Woman, AHS, Asian Roots Spa, Sportsfit and more. Her areas of focus include designing creative brand campaigns, team leadership, counselling and mentorship to deliver desired results. In her career of 14 years she has headed marketing communications for national and global companies and has a strong expertise in sectors across Entertainment, Consumer Lifestyle, Legal, Infrastructure, FMCG, Hospitality, F&B, Personalities, Corporate and Finance. She always strives for new opportunities to achieve a high standard in whatever is undertaken and has successfully built a complete marketing communication agency catering to verticals like Public Relations, Digital Media Marketing, and Social Media Marketing apart from Graphic Designing and Corporate Branding.

Archhana Agarwaal is a woman entrepreneur and educationist, renowned for her passion and dedication to transforming the educational landscape for young learners. As the Founder and CEO of Joonify and Aark Learnings, she has emerged as a leading figure in the field of child development and personalized education. An all-rounder with a diverse skill set, Archhana possesses a deep-diving and patient nature, coupled with assertiveness and strong leadership qualities. Her self-motivated approach and exceptional managerial skills have been instrumental in driving the success of her ventures.  Archhana holds a postgraduate degree in International Management from the prestigious University of Strathclyde, Scotland. Her academic prowess was evident during her school days when she was a prominent member of the council team for three successive years during her Higher Secondary Education. She has also achieved remarkable milestones in sports, winning State Championships and participating in National-level competitions. As a mother herself, Archhana strongly believes in the significance of holistic education and experiential learning for today's generation. She understands that these aspects play a vital role in a child's growth and overall development, forming the foundation for crucial life decisions. During the early phase of her entrepreneurship journey, Archhana, along with her Co-Founder, recognized the challenges faced by parents in selecting the right courses and learning paths for their children. Witnessing the struggle parents experienced due to the abundance of choices and the fear of missing out (FOMO), they realized the need for a revolutionary solution. Coming from the family of educationists, having been part of running K-12 schools and colleges from more than 2 decades Archhana has closely seen and witnessed the challenges faced by children due to the lack of personalized learning, killing their creativity and uniqueness which could have helped them to be ahead and different in this competitive world. By the time these children reach college level, they are often stressed as the stream that they have chosen is not aligned with their talents and interest, hence the learning process becomes stressful for them and they tend to make wrong career choices and face challenges and failure in their future life. Driven by the belief that every child possesses unique talents and skills that require identification and nurturing, they conceptualized India's first intelligent assessment platform for children - Joonify. This platform empowers parents to uncover their child's unique strengths, interests, and talents through the Talent Discovery Program. It allows parents to craft personalized learning plans, leading to overall growth and development and inspiring a lifelong journey of joyful learning. Archhana's vision goes beyond merely providing a platform. She leads a dedicated team of expert counselors who provide guidance and unwavering support to parents throughout their child's learning journey. Their aim is to help parents navigate this crucial phase with confidence, ensuring every child receives a tailor-made education that maximizes their potential. Archhana invites parents and educators to join her on this transformative journey of unlocking every child's unique potential and creating a better future for them. 

Sangeeta, is a digital growth specialist by profession & an entrepreneur from heart. She is the founder, director at digiDZN - a digital marketing agency & digiCART India - an Ecommerce company & one of the top sellers on Amazon & FlipkartAfter completing her MBA (International Marketing) from SIBM, Pune, she worked with Standard Chartered Bank for a brief period & then moved on to start her own venture.She drove a personal finance consulting firm in Mumbai for six years before relocating to Delhi, where life ensued & she was blessed to become a mother. Always the one to believe in the multi-tasking abilities of women, she re-launched herself into business in 2014.She felt there was a gap in the digital space where the consumers are being conned by agencies in the name of deliverables and decided to tap into the previously unventured digital space for Indian SMEs.She started small by catering to clients looking for social media marketing & digital branding. The firm, digiDZN, received an overwhelming response. The next leap was from the Social Media space to search engine marketing & then on to influencer marketing.eCommerce happened in 2018 where again she started small along with her husband - from selling 1 unit in Sep ‘2018 to selling over 22000 units in Jan ‘2023.

Nalini Saligram, Ph.D, is the Founder & CEO of Arogya World, a global health non-profit committed to changing the course of chronic disease. She is an Ashoka Fellow. Under Nalini's leadership, Arogya World designs and implements scalable, science-based diabetes prevention programs in Indian schools, workplaces, and the community. As a tireless advocate for NCD prevention, Nalini leverages public-private partnerships and global platforms to improve the world we live in. Arogya World has made three Clinton Global Initiative Commitments (one in 2011, and two in 2013), a United Nations Every Woman Every Child Commitment (2014), was active with MIT's SOLVE effort (2017), and was named a finalist for the Peter F. Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation (2014).  Her story and that of Arogya World has also been highlighted in a book – The Healthcare Gamechangers.  In 2021, on her watch, Arogya World was chosen to be part of the Google AI for Social Good effort. Nalini has lived and worked in many parts of the world, including Merck in Philadelphia, Merial in Atlanta, Glaxo Wellcome in London, and Hill & Knowlton in Hong Kong.

Dr. Monica Kapoor is a Cosmetic and Aesthetic physician in the field of Skin, Hair, and Dental who has immense experience of 16 years in this field. Her passion is to make people look their best with the help of modern medical treatments. She is the Director of the clinic i.e Flawless Cosmetic Club which has its branches in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, France And Germany. Dr. Monica is a pioneer in India for a couple of new cosmetic procedures. Having a degree in Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine and Antiaging from Germany University (Greifswald) and Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, she practices as an Aesthetic physician, Cosmetic surgeon, Dental specialist, Trichologist and Hair transplant specialist in Andheri West Mumbai. Dr. Monica Kapoor is proud to have patients from high profile professional like Bollywood actors, models, entertainers, singers, comedians, television personalities and also people from other parts of the world like France, Germany USA, UK, Canada, Africa & UAE to name the few. Apart from practicing Doctor she even shares her knowledge with other doctors in the form of imparting lectures in this field and is attached to Institute of Laser and Aesthetic Medicine wherein she has traveled in different parts of the world for the medical conference for the same. You can book an instant appointment with Dr. Monica Kapoor on Timesmed.com.

Mugdha Pradhan CEO & Founder of iThrive, TedX speaker, Healer & Spiritual CoachIn 2017 despite having a Master's in Nutrition she struggled with her own personal health issues, learning the nuances of Functional Medicine transformed her health- from losing 37 kg's to reversing an autoimmune condition, healed herself. She moved from Canada to introduce Functional Nutrition for the first time in India through iThrive - Healing & Beyond 2019. Her vision is to create healthier, happier, lifestyle disease-free communities across the world every single day.With her expertise in Functional Nutrition, her ability to build strong teams and beautiful cultures, and her passion for scientific research and evidence-based work, iThrive has raised two rounds of funding so far.

Anushree is an entrepreneur helping brands with Strategy led Influencer marketing campaigns by bridging the gap between brands and influencers through her agency, SocialTAG. Working in the creator economy space for 2+ years, she has experience in delivering stellar influencer campaigns from onboarding influencers to creatively directing influencer campaigns and ensuring a smooth journey of the influencer-brand relation.

In this episode of Women Making Impact, we spoke with Meraj Farheen Ansari, Ph.D., MBA, an challenging, committed, and goal-oriented security engineer, technologist, and IT strategist. She has been serving as a reviewer in multiple journals, published various articles in emerging technology field such as AI in Cybersecurity, healthcare, education and many more. Below are some talking points which Meraj answers:  How important is cybersecurity awareness in today's world. Benefits of using AI in Cybersecurity  What are some concerns about using AI in cybersecurity?  Why cybersecurity is more important now than ever. 

Gunjan Goel is a Director in Goel Ganga Developments. Goel Ganga Developments is one of the most trusted real estate developer in Pune. It is also a multi-faceted business conglomerate with business ventures across myriad sectors like education, logistics and energy. We are known for our time-tested commitment to details, innovation, reliability and value. Be it any sector we deal in; a customer-first approach is the crux of our business operations.

Malvika is the COO at LadiesWhoLead, a members-only platform empowering, engaging, and enabling leaders to grow. Malvika is passionate about diversity, and would like to see more leaders, who are women, gather influence and affluence, and positively impact important decisions shaping our economy, society, industries, and policies. She started her journey with Aabha & Ladies Who Lead as a Strategy advisor in Oct 2020.An alumni of MICA, she began her career as an Analyst with the Leadership Council at CEB (now Gartner) and contributed to several disruptive tools & studies solving for organizational & leadership effectiveness. After CEB, she embraced her passion for entrepreneurship & started Ikinaki - a social commerce app for beauty and wellness shoppers, and built a community of 30,000 shoppers on the app. Since then she has consulted multiple brands on finding the path from 0 to 1, and taking business from idea to revenue stage. From 2020-2022, she headed the consumer marketing function at Sunstone, as the Edtech company scaled 10x from series A to C.

The Vivekalaya Group of Institutions is a world class educational centre that promotes inclusivity, equality and empowerment, and was founded by the incomparable, Mrs. Prema Rao, the mother of the current Director Academics and Administration, Ms. Aishwarya Rao. Aishwarya is also the Managing Trustee of the PremAnand Foundation. She's from Coimbatore and had a comprehensive and progressive upbringing surrounded around inclusivity and innovation in modern Indian educational practices. She has a Bachelor's in Business Management and a Master's in Education from University of Nottingham, United Kingdom.

Shreya Sharma is an ambitious young entrepreneur and tedx speaker, who studied International relations at the prestigious Harvard university, Cambridge, Massachusetts and recently graduated from the Cardiff University, Wales with llb hons. Although Ms. Sharma came from an affluent family of the city, she always knew that she was to make her own mark in this competitive world. After a lot of pondering,introspection and hard work she successfully built a legal aggregator platform, Rest The Case, that strives to make legal information and services approachable to the nation.By the people and for the people, Rest the case offers infinite opportunities for lawyers and clients and makes the law accessible to everyone in just a few clicks. In just the first year of its inception her company Rest The Case has been recognised as the best startup of 2021 by India 500. This award winning company Is an online platform that gives a smart and convenient edge to bridge the gap between the courts and the people. From starting her own company at the age of 21 to being a recipient of India 5000 women achiever award 2021 she left no stone unturned to rise triumphant.  

Tanya started her entrepreneurship journey in her 20s and founded her venture SolarArise, a solar power producer with projects in several Indian states (SolarArise has recently been acquired by Thomas Llyod Energy Impact Trust which is listed on the London Stock Exchange). She has worked with the Indian Government (Ministry of Renewable Energy) to shape India's renewable energy policy. Over the years,she has been recognized as Asia's Most Influential Women in Renewable Energy, Woman of the Year in Solar and was also featured in  Business World 40 under 40. Her goal is to move the world towards carbon neutrality, towards an emission-free lifestyle, and bring more women into this journey. She is also on the board of Milaan, an NGO supporting underprivileged adolescent girls who aspire to excel professionally.She started her career as a strategy consultant at the Boston Consulting Group and holds a Bachelor in Technology degree from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden.Tanya speaks effortlessly and with expertise on various topics such as policies, regulation, the renewable energy sector, climate technology and infrastructure, and entrepreneurship, especially in a largely male-dominated energy industry and her role in supporting and empowering girls through Milaan.

Rimjhim Ray is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, author, technologist and digital strategist. She holds the position of Vice-President (Marketing) at MyOperator, a cloud-based omni-channel business communication platform. She has also joined hands with the founders of MyOperator, Ankit and Pratik Jain, to build and launch Heyo Phone, India's first digital phone line for SMBs. As part of the founding team, Rimjhim is building Heyo into the next gen communication tech for India's start-ups and small businesses to help them deliver customer experience that is at par with MNCs. Thriving in India's techade, Heyo is levelling the playing field for the 65 million SMBs that constitute the economic backbone of Bharat.

Shilpa Mehta, a CA with polio, who has recently been awarded under the Category, ‘CA Special Recognition (for specially-abled members)' for her exceptional level of professional achievement. On account of receiving the recognition, and being given the ICAI Award 2022, Ms Mehta has pledged to pay it forward by supporting 100 people with disabilities to pursue their CA in the next 10 years through her foundation, dJED Foundation

Every person has a different background and culture, but to enhance their happiness & of those around them, each one needs to shift their focus from "doing" to "being". Using her knowledge of NLP #HappinessCoach Farheen helps in reframing perspectives so you can better appreciate what you have while you acquire skills and work towards what you desire. With nearly two decades of experience in HR, teaching and entrepreneurship, Farheen is now actively delivering Workplace Happiness Coaching sessions to foster collaborative thinking to further drive workplace productivity and innovation. Farheen has been a leading force in Happiness Coaching and helping in-grain a mindset that is positive and stepping towards embracing happiness. Through her activities and interventions, she encourages the participants to look for happiness within. One of her most popular modules is ‘Chasing Smiles' which has got a tremendous response from both the corporate world and individuals. She is a trained Statistician, Educator, Happiness & NLP Coach. When not teaching or coaching, she can be found gardening or hiking in the hills!

Minal Anand is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at GuruQ, a unique and integrated digital tutoring platform that promises to bring high quality standards and new age methodologies to the way education is imparted in India. A graduate in Business Administration from the School of Management at Boston University, Minal had worked at companies like Franklin Templeton, Citigroup to gain relevant experience in business planning, fund raising, enterprise design and structuring, and talent management. She returned to India to join Delhi-based HPL Additives as Manager - Corporate Development. However, the glaring difference between the education sector at home versus overseas drove Minal to explore the ed-tech sector – one of India's most prolific segments and want to improve it.She had previously taught several under-privileged school students and it is this very experience that armed her with the required knowledge to pursue her idea.Education in our country centers around bookish knowledge and traditional learning that is a disadvantage to students when they compete with international peers.A fresh perspective on education and innovative ways of teachingvia certified,qualified tutors,must be infused into the education sector, to give our students a winning edge. With Minal at the helm, GuruQ is off to a promising start andbound to make a positive change in the education sector.

Dr. Isha is a Sensory Integration Therapy Certified and Licensed Occupational Therapist with over 13 years experience as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist.Additionally led multidisciplinary teams and set up Therapy and Child Development Centres. Love to play with children, give Parent Training and provide complete transparency in the therapeutic journey of a child. Strongly practising the Secret - Ask ,Believe and Receive

Akanksha Sharma is a young entrepreneur who has dressed her family business lineage with a dash of innovation, all rooted in sound business ethics and technology. As a youthful leader with strong self-belief, she established the unique business of all natural baby products at the young age of 22 years. With an education in Apparel Industry Management from Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Los Angeles United States of America, Akanksha continues to approach business through her multidimensional understanding of concepts and ideas. At the young age of 24 years, this TEDx speaker is already an inspiration to many young women who wish to live and thrive on their own terms. As a person of sound business ethics and leadership, Akanksha is known to be a dynamic risk taker who is humble and determined to make things happen. She remains goal driven but extremely flexible as well. This is one reason for the grand success of her growing business of baby personal care products that goes under the name of CITTA. As a completely homegrown brand, CITTA epitomizes the clear ethos of conscious business practices, with products that uphold the highest standards of manufacturing practices too. The brand is unique in the ways it is a perfect amalgamation of Indian traditions and new age scientific technology. Having had travelled and educated abroad, Akanksha brings with her sound business knowledge, qualities of strategizing and inspiring likes of her age. She is known to be a calm team player, an empathetic introspective individual and an intuitive listener. Her mantra of entrepreneurship is deeply inspired from her father's personal challenges and growth curve as a successful businessman. As someone who oversees her brand's growth story, she is carefully involved in the R&D of each product. Akanksha envisions CITTA to be an Indian household name for skincare products for children. She launched the brand along with her mother, Monisha Sharma (Director of The Lexicon Group & Co-Founder of CITTA) inspired from learnings from old age recipes that work wonders on growing babies and children.