Entrepreneur Lounge of India (ELI)

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ELI - 510 | From Finance to the Forefront: Kashiish A Nenwani on Leading Shivtek Spechemi Industries

ELI - 510 | From Finance to the Forefront: Kashiish A Nenwani on Leading Shivtek Spechemi Industries

In this episode of ELI - Entrepreneur's Live Interviews, we sit down with Kashiish A Nenwani, Director at Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd, a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals. Kashiish shares her inspiring journey from a background in finance to becoming a leader in the manufacturing sector.In this interview, Kashiish discusses:* Her personal and professional journey.* The evolution of Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd from a modest start-up to a global exporter.* The company's digital transformation with SAP.* Building a people-first organization and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.* The challenges and strengths of being a woman in a male-dominated industry.* The concept of Green Finance and Shivtek's commitment to sustainability.* Her definition of impactful leadership and advice for aspiring women entrepreneurs.Join us for an insightful conversation with a leader who is making a significant impact in the industrial world.**Chapters:**(0:00) Introduction(0:27) Kashiish A Nenwani's Background and Journey to Shivtek(02:00) The Evolution of Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd(03:30) Shaping the Company's Vision with a Finance Background(04:40) Driving Digital Transformation with SAP(06:21) Building a Future-Ready and People-First Organization(07:47) Challenges and Strengths as a Woman in Manufacturing(09:40) Championing Diversity and Inclusion at Shivtek(12:50) Understanding Green Finance and Sustainable Growth(19:15) Defining Impactful Leadership(20:43) Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Women Leaders

ELI -509 | Professor Vivek Singal on Dominion, Dharma, and the Problem with Modern Capitalism

ELI -509 | Professor Vivek Singal on Dominion, Dharma, and the Problem with Modern Capitalism

In this episode, we welcome Professor Vivek Singal, author of the book "Dominion and Dharma," to discuss his critique of modern capitalism and his vision for a more conscious and equitable future. A graduate of IIT Delhi and the University of Michigan, with a background in management advisory and liberal arts, Professor Singal offers a unique perspective on the intersection of capitalism, spirituality, and civilizational values.He shares the personal anguish and series of events that led him to write his book, from observing the hypocrisy at the World Economic Forum to a powerful encounter at the Age of Discovery monument in Lisbon. Professor Singal delves into the fundamental incompatibility between the Western capitalist worldview, which sees the world as a marketplace, and the dharmic worldview, which views the world as an interconnected mandala.The conversation explores the historical roots of extractive capitalism, using the island of Madeira as a prototype of a "minimum viable plantation model" that combined monoculture and slave labor. Professor Singal draws a compelling analogy between old colonial models and modern institutions like corporations and NGOs, which he argues perpetuate a form of "colonialism with a compassion filter."The discussion also touches on the Industrial Revolution's role in turning humans into surplus labor and the potential dangers and promises of emerging technologies like AI. Professor Singal concludes with a call to action for the younger generation to ask critical questions, challenge existing paradigms, and reconnect with a sense of sacred responsibility to create a future our descendants can be proud of.Chapters:[00:00] Introduction to Professor Vivek Singal[01:10] The Premise of "Dominion and Dharma"[02:10] The World Economic Forum and the Spark for the Book[03:32] The Age of Discovery Monument and Civilizational Grief[04:20] Reconnecting with Dharmic Roots in Kochi[05:15] The Goal: Not to Reject the West, but to Remember the East[06:23] Capitalism's "World as a Market" vs. the Dharmic "World as a Mandala"[07:49] The Dangers of a "Win-Lose" Mentality[09:34] Identity: "What Do I Do?" vs. "Who Am I?"[12:21] The Island of Madeira: A Prototype for Capitalist Exploitation[13:59] The "Minimum Viable Plantation Model"[17:02] "Humanitarian Capitalism": Colonialism with a Compassion Filter[18:38] The Threat of Exponentially Growing Technologies[20:17] The Hypocrisy of Modern Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives[24:35] The Industrial Revolution: Transforming Souls into Surplus Labor[27:31] The Advent of AI and the "Phygital Civilization"[30:21] The Unseen Consequences of the Automobile[31:07] The Neurons in Our Heart and Gut[33:43] A Call for Young People to Challenge the Status Quo[36:26] How to Reconnect with Dharma and Sacred Responsibility[37:25] The Power of Asking Questions[38:42] Closing Remarks

ELI - 508 | Solving the SME Credit Gap: Inside Biz2X's AI Strategy with Vineet Tyagi

ELI - 508 | Solving the SME Credit Gap: Inside Biz2X's AI Strategy with Vineet Tyagi

In this episode, we sit down with Vineet Tagi, the Global CTO at Biz2x, to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the Indian SME lending sector. Vineet shares his extensive experience in building scalable, tech-led businesses and delves into how Biz2x is leveraging technology and AI to provide accessible credit to underserved SMEs. The conversation covers the intricacies of the Indian credit ecosystem, the importance of "time to credit," the role of alternative data in underwriting, and the future of embedded finance and agentic AI in transforming the lending landscape.Chapters[00:00] - Introduction to Vineet Tagi and Biz2x[00:49] - Vineet's Journey: Building Scalable Systems[03:21] - Understanding the SME Credit Landscape in India[08:25] - Innovation in "Time to Credit" for SMEs[14:40] - Leveraging Alternative Data for Credit Decisions[20:52] - The Role of AI Agents in Underwriting[25:51] - The Rise of Fintech GCCs in India[29:56] - Future Trends in Lending and Financial Technology[34:08] - Conclusion

ELI - 507 | The Future of Voice AI, Translation, and Movie Dubbing - Anand Shiralkar, Founder @ Rian

ELI - 507 | The Future of Voice AI, Translation, and Movie Dubbing - Anand Shiralkar, Founder @ Rian

In this episode, we sit down with Anand Shiralkar, the founder of Rian, an innovative AI platform that is revolutionizing the world of voiceovers and translation. Anand shares his incredible journey from working in Japan's finance industry to becoming a serial entrepreneur and investor in India.We dive deep into the world of Voice AI, discussing how Rian is blending human expertise with cutting-edge technology to create high-quality, emotion-aware dubbed content for everything from YouTube videos to OTT web series. Anand breaks down the complex workflows involved in AI dubbing, the importance of cultural nuance, and the future of human-in-the-loop AI systems.If you're interested in AI, startups, the creator economy, or the future of language, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Chapters:00:02 - Welcome and Introduction00:26 - Anand's Journey from Japan to Entrepreneurship02:12 - The Genesis of Rian: An AI Translation Company03:18 - Anand's Other Venture: DG Future Tech04:41 - Voice AI and Translation Use Cases at Rian09:21 - The Detailed Workflow of AI-Powered Dubbing14:59 - The Human-in-the-Loop: Why AI Needs Human Intervention19:59 - How AI is Making the World Flat by Breaking Language Barriers28:34 - The Future of Jobs and the Rise of the "New-Age Linguist"31:02 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

ELI - 506 | The Future of Market Research: AI, Tech & Human Insight | Ft. CEO of Hansa Research

ELI - 506 | The Future of Market Research: AI, Tech & Human Insight | Ft. CEO of Hansa Research

How do brands truly understand what consumers want in an age of data overload? We dive deep into the evolving world of market research with Praveen Nijhara, CEO of Hansa Research Group, one of India's largest and most respected consumer insights firms.In this insightful conversation, Praveen unpacks his journey and the dramatic transformation of the research industry. We explore how technology is not just changing but revolutionizing the field, from data collection to groundbreaking analysis.In this episode, we cover:🔹 Praveen's personal journey from his early days at IMRB to leading a legacy institution like Hansa Research.🔹 The critical role of technology in modern data collection, from QR codes to advanced online panels.🔹 How cutting-edge tools like facial coding and eye-tracking are providing deeper, more accurate insights than ever before.🔹 The current landscape of market research in India, including the top spending industries and the unique challenges of a diverse market.🔹 The future of research: Praveen's vision on the growing role of AI, the potential of synthetic data, and why human intervention remains indispensable for true strategic thinking.This is a must-listen for any business leader, marketer, or data professional who wants to understand how strategic decisions are powered by deep consumer understanding in the digital age.Chapters(00:00) Introduction(00:46) Praveen's Journey into Market Research(01:43) The Underrated Career Path of Market Research(03:59) The Legacy of Hansa Research & Key Milestones(09:05) How Technology Transformed Data Collection(21:04) The Revolution in Data Analysis (Facial Coding, Eye Tracking)(27:08) Today's Market Research Landscape in India(32:57) The Future: AI, Synthetic Data, and the Role of Human Insight

ELI - 505 | How Qube Health is Fixing India's $72 Billion Healthcare Payment Problem

ELI - 505 | How Qube Health is Fixing India's $72 Billion Healthcare Payment Problem

In this episode, we sit down with Chris George, the Co-founder & CEO of Qube Health, a pioneering Health-FinTech platform that is revolutionizing how Indians pay for their healthcare.Three out of four Indians are either underinsured or have no health insurance, leading to a staggering $72 billion in out-of-pocket medical expenses annually. Chris shares his personal journey into entrepreneurship and the harrowing family experience with the healthcare system that became the genesis for Qube Health.Join us as we dive deep into:- The fundamental flaws in India's healthcare financing system.- How Qube Health leverages the UPI network to offer instant cashback and no-cost EMIs on all medical bills.- Their unique B2B2C model and major partnerships with companies like Flipkart.- The future of healthcare payments, the impact of government initiatives like Ayushman Bharat, and how technology can make quality healthcare accessible to all.If you're interested in startups, fintech, or the future of healthcare in India, this is a conversation you don't want to miss! Chapters:(00:00) Intro(00:35) Chris George's Entrepreneurial Journey: From Events to E-commerce(02:58) The "Horrors of Healthcare" That Inspired Qube Health(03:31) Why India's Healthcare System is Still Broken(04:35) The $72 Billion Problem: Out-of-Pocket Expenses(06:17) The Core Mission: Solving for "Ability to Pay"(07:15) How Qube Health Makes Healthcare Payments Frictionless(09:05) The "Google Pay for Healthcare": How the App Works(10:10) Instant Cashback or No-Cost EMI: The Two Choices(11:15) Qube's B2B2C Model: Partnering with Employers(12:50) How is the Pre-Approved Credit Line Determined?(13:51) Preventing Misuse: How Qube Identifies Medical Expenses(15:15) The Flipkart Partnership: A Case Study in Employee Benefits(16:42) Qube vs. Traditional Lenders: The "Desperation Financing" Problem(18:15) The Rise of Hospital-Led Financing: Competition or Validation?(19:17) Why "Choice" is the Most Important Factor for Patients(20:26) View on Government Initiatives: Ayushman Bharat & UHI(21:28) Qube's Vision: Becoming a Channel for Direct Benefit Transfers(22:29) Reaching Tier 2/3 Cities and Rural India via UPI(24:12) The Lending Puzzle: How Qube Manages Collections & Defaults(26:35) Outro

ELI - 504 | Is This the End of Bad Investment Advice? Inside Crowwd's Mission to De-Noise Finance

ELI - 504 | Is This the End of Bad Investment Advice? Inside Crowwd's Mission to De-Noise Finance

In this episode, we sit down with Ajitesh Gupta, the Co-founder and CEO of "Crowwd," a merit-based social media platform for investors and traders that is on a mission to democratize financial discussions and de-noise finance.Ajitesh shares his incredible journey, from a family of bureaucrats to studying at the University of Edinburgh and Imperial College London. He talks about his early entrepreneurial ventures, including a failed startup at 17, and a successful exit at 20. He explains how his own experiences with the stock market's volatility and the lack of reliable information led to the creation of Crowwd.Join us to learn:- How Crowwd is using an 80-parameter model to ensure the credibility of financial information.- Their strategy for combating fake news in the financial space.- Why they believe financial information should be free and their unique monetization strategy.- The challenges of transitioning a company from Europe to India.- Crowwd's three-stage vision for the future, including brokerage services and AI-driven portfolio optimization.This is a must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in the future of FinTech in India!YouTube Chapters:00:00 - From Bureaucrat Family to Entrepreneur: Ajitesh's Journey02:30 - First Startup Failure at 17 & A Successful Exit at 2002:59 - The "Aha!" Moment: Why the World Needs Crowwd03:15 - What is Crowwd? Democratizing and De-Noising Finance06:05 - The 80-Parameter Model for Vetting Financial Content07:07 - How Crowwd Fights Fake News08:50 - Why Crowwd's Content is Free: The Monetization Strategy10:35 - The Challenges of Moving a Company from Europe to India11:15 - The Social Aspect of Crowwd13:00 - The Future of Crowwd: Brokerage, AI, and Portfolio Optimization27:35 - The "Zero to One" Journey: Building a Company Culture

ELI - 503 | From IIT Physics to System Integration Startup - Ft. Calculus Founder, Sooraj Vasudevan

ELI - 503 | From IIT Physics to System Integration Startup - Ft. Calculus Founder, Sooraj Vasudevan

From condensed matter physics at IIT Delhi to building a global cybersecurity powerhouse across 4 continents - this is the remarkable story of Sooraj Vasudevan, founder of Calculus Networks.In this episode of ELI Podcast, discover how a physics graduate transformed a Mexico City startup into a vendor-agnostic system integration company serving AT&T, governments, and Fortune 500 companies. Learn why he chose Mexico over Silicon Valley, how COVID-19 forced a complete business model pivot, and his vision to build India's next billion-dollar tech story using AI.🔥 Key Highlights:- The Tejas Networks mafia effect - how India's first B2B hardware startup created entrepreneurs- Why Mexico is surprisingly similar to India for doing business- The "Starbucks approach" to system integration that's disrupting traditional IT- Building SOCs (Security Operations Centers) across Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania & India- How to transition from techie to business leader without an MBA- The future of AI in cybersecurity and why hackers might have the upper hand📊 About Calculus Networks:Founded in 2016, Calculus Networks provides networking, telecommunication, and cybersecurity solutions to enterprises and governments globally. Named "Top 10 SD-WAN Services Company 2023" by Enterprise Networking Magazine, they're the

ELI - 502 | Decoding Indian Real Estate: Trends, Challenges & Future Outlook with CMD of BCD Group

ELI - 502 | Decoding Indian Real Estate: Trends, Challenges & Future Outlook with CMD of BCD Group

In this episode of ELI, we sit down with Dr. Angad Singh Bedi, the Managing Director of BCD Group, one of India's oldest and largest real estate conglomerates. Angad shares his unique perspective on the evolution of the Indian real estate market, from a family business rooted in pre-partition India to a professionally-run, zero-debt empire.Join us as we dive deep into the most pressing topics shaping the industry today:- The post-COVID shift in homebuyer priorities and the new definition of a 'home'.- How Gen Z is disrupting the property market with new demands.- The critical debate on Floor Space Index (FSI) and the future of urban development in cities like Mumbai and Bengaluru.- The rise of Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and what's fueling their growth.- How the industry is tackling challenges like infrastructure strain and climate change.- The impact of technology, from PropTech and AI to 3D printing in construction.- Angad's vision for India's real estate landscape in 2040 and its journey to a multi-trillion dollar economy.Whether you're a prospective homebuyer, an industry professional, or simply interested in the future of Indian cities, this conversation provides an invaluable insider's view.Don't forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more insights from India's leading entrepreneurs!Chapters:(00:00) Introduction(00:24) Meet Angad: From Chartered Accountant to Real Estate Leader(02:16) The Legacy of BCD Group: A Zero-Debt Empire Built Across Decades(04:03) The Current State of Indian Real Estate: An Era of Maturity & Professionalism(05:58) Post-COVID Real Estate Trends & The New Definition of 'Home'(08:28) Beyond Square Footage: The Rise of Community-Centric Living(10:34) Gen Z Enters the Market: How Are Young Homebuyers Different?(12:32) The FSI Debate: Should Indian Cities Grow Vertically or Horizontally?(14:42) India's Untapped Potential: Real Estate Growth in Tier-2 & Tier-3 Cities(16:24) Climate Change & Infrastructure Collapse in Major Indian Metros(18:20) The Government's Role: How RERA & Policy are Shaping the Market(20:09) The True Cost of a Property: Land, Approvals, and a Developer's View(21:49) PropTech & Innovation: How Technology is Transforming Real Estate(24:30) Vision 2040: The Future of India's Multi-Trillion Dollar Real Estate Economy(25:48) Closing Remarks

Bio of Entrepreneur Lounge of India (ELI)

Entrepreneur Lounge of India (ELI), founded by Priya Ranjan Mohanty, is a platform dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship in India. With the goal of inspiring young people to embark on the entrepreneurial journey, ELI aims to contribute to India's economic growth by fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem.

ELI recognizes the importance of entrepreneurship in driving employment opportunities, generating economic value, and enhancing the reputation of the country. By providing a space for entrepreneurs to share their stories and experiences, ELI seeks to motivate and empower aspiring entrepreneurs, encouraging them to take the leap and start their own ventures.

Through its initiatives and activities, ELI aims to create awareness about entrepreneurship, provide guidance and support to aspiring entrepreneurs, and facilitate networking and collaboration among startup enthusiasts. By showcasing the successes and challenges faced by entrepreneurs, ELI aims to inspire and educate others about the possibilities and realities of entrepreneurship.

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