Mentors
Mentoring is crucial for startups as it provides guidance, industry insights, and a network of contacts that can help navigate challenges and accelerate growth. Mentors offer valuable experience and perspective, aiding in strategic decision-making and enhancing overall entrepreneurial success.
Mentoring Process
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Our Mentors
PRABODH HALDE
Head Regulatory Affairs | Marico
Dr. Prabodh Halde an esteemed professional, leads Marico’s regulatory affairs division, leveraging over 30 years of expertise in food processing technology to spearhead innovation and excellence in the field.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
GOUTAM DUTTA
Senior Advisory Solution Architect | IBM
Area of Mentorship: Product Development
VAIBHAV GIRMIL
Senior Manager | Punjab National Bank
Mr. Vaibhav Girmil is an accomplished Senior Manager at PNB, with 12 years of expertise in treasury operations and foreign exchange management. He’s adept at navigating complex financial landscapes with finesse and precision.
Area of Mentorship: Finance
DEEPAK JHA
Product Manager | Lightbeam AI
A seasoned Product Manager at LightBeam AI, boasting a decade of diverse experience in AI, Security, Privacy, Marketing, Healthcare, Social Media, and Fashion industries.
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
SARIKA NARAYAN
Independent Business | Consultant
Ms . Sarika Narayan an independent business consultant, leverages over two decades of experience in driving business planning and strategy, net margin realization, and product development and marketing . Specializing in empowering low -income artisan enterprises, she pioneers sustainable growth and market expansion strategies .
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
PRATIK BAHETI
Senior Engineer | Capegemini
Mr. Pratik Baheti is a a seasoned Senior Engineer at Capgemini with a specialization in Electronics, boasting 9 years of invaluable expertise in product development.
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
RITWIK NIKAM
Strategy Execution Manager | Merck Life Sciences
Mr. Ritwik Nikam, boasting 14 years of rich experience, shines as a Strategy Execution Manager at Merck Life Sciences, demonstrating proficiency in turning strategic visions into successful realities.
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
AMIT RAHALKAR
Senior Technology Program Manager | Amazon
Mr. Amit Rahalkar, a distinguished Senior Technology Program Manager at Amazon, brings a wealth of experience spanning 23 years, guiding strategic initiatives with precision and expertise in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and ecommerce.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
AKASH NAOGHARE
Founder | Beejotsav, Akdee Clothing
Mr. Akash Naoghare Founder of Beejotsav / Akdee Clothing, with a decade-long background in spearheading ventures at the intersection of Agriculture, Food Systems, Sustainability, and Fashion
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
AGHA AHMAD
Founder & President | Afifa Foundation
Mr. Agha Ahmad, a seasoned social entrepreneur with over a decade of experience, is the visionary founder and president of Afifa Foundation, dedicated to guiding impactful initiatives for positive societal change
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
PANKAJ KATIYAR
Senior Manager Hardware System Engg | Micron Technology
Mr. Pankaj Katiyar, a seasoned Senior Manager in Hardware System Engineering at Micron Technology, brings invaluable expertise to the table, embodying excellence in technological innovation and leadership.
Area of Mentorship: Product Development
SHABBIR SHEIKH
Program Manager (e-Mobility) | Schaeffler India Limited
Mr. Shabbir Sheikh, Program Manager of Future Mobility at Schaeffler India Limited, channels 16 years of expertise in fuel cell and thermal management technologies. His commitment to advancing automotive innovation fuels Schaeffler’s leadership in future mobility solutions.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
KARTIK IYER
Head of Operations | Practo Technologies
Mr. Kartik Iyer, serving as the Head of Operations and Experience at Practo Technologies, brings two decades of extensive experience to the forefront, driving operational excellence and enhancing user experiences with remarkable proficiency.
Area of Mentorship: Operations
ANSHUL RATHI
Founder & CEO | CertifyOS
Mr. Anshul Rathi, the CEO of CertifyOS, leads with vision and innovation, driving the company forward with 8 years of dynamic leadership and a commitment to excellence in the cybersecurity industry.
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
NISHCHAL DIWATE
Software Manager | Bosch (Germany)
Mr. Nishchal, an accomplished Software Manager at Bosch in Germany, brings 13 years of expertise to the table, driving software development initiatives with precision and innovation in the automotive industry’s technological forefrontncy.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
ROHIT HIMTE
Managing Director | Nodhrita Events Private Limited
Mr. Rohit Himte, the Managing Director of Nodhrita Events Pvt. Ltd., leverages eight years of expertise in both branding and digital marketing, driving the company’s brand visibility and digital presence to new heights in the competitive events industry.
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
MAHAVIR SHARMA
Chairman | Rajasthan Angels
Mr. Mahavir Pratap Sharma Chairman of Rajasthan Angels (RAIN), brings 13 years of expertise in guiding early-stage ideation across various domains. With an agnostic approach, he fosters innovation and growth in startup ecosystems.
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
RITESH TOSHNIWAL
Managing Partner | ThinKuvate Ventures Private Limited
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
ANAND TAJPURIYA
Director | ART Capital
Mr. Anand Tajpuriya, Director at ART Capital, specializing in startups, growth, sales, and business development with over 15 years of expertise. Proficient in marketing and branding strategies for fostering business success
Area of Mentorship: Marketing & Branding
PANKAJ HOLEY
Manager, Central Manufacturing Engg | Mahindra & Mahindra Limited
Mr. Pankaj Holey, Manager at Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd, proficient in manufacturing and process excellence with 17 years of experience in operations management. Skilled in project management, driving initiatives for streamlined processes and enhanced productivity
Area of Mentorship: Operations
RUPALI MUDALIAR
FinTech Consultant | IFSCA
Mr. Rupali Mudaliar, a Consultant at the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) established by the Government of India, boasts over 11 years of extensive experience in FinTech, Legal, Company Secretarial, and Compliance domains
Area of Mentorship: Legal
AMIT DUBEY
Head Business Development & Innovation | Linamar India Private Limited
Mr. Amit Dubey is the Head of Business Development & Innovation at LINAMAR INDIA PVT LTD. With over 25 years of experience, he specializes in mechanical industrial sales, marketing, and branding.
Area of Mentorship: Marketing & Branding
DHEERAJ KUMAR
Deputy Director | TEXMiN (IIT / ISM)
Mr. Dheeraj Kumar holds the position of Deputy Director and Director at TEXMiN within IIT (ISM). With two decades of experience, he specializes in technology implementation and management.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
ZULFIKAR ANIS
Senior Cost Engineer | Aramco
Mr. Zulfikar Anis a Senior Cost Engineer at Aramco, boasts a decade of experience in oil and gas project controls. With a strong foundation in business strategy, he plays a pivotal role in optimizing project costs and ensuring efficient execution within the industry
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
RAGHU KODUMURI
Senior Services Architect | Okta
Mr. Raghu Kodumuri Senior Services Architect at Okta, Louisville boasts 25 years in IT, digital, and automation, adept at crafting innovative strategies and excelling in business strategy.
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
ASHISH SHRIVASTAVA
Head (IT) | Bajaj Electricals Limited
Mr. Ashish Shrivastava General Manager of Information Technology at Bajaj electricals limited, Possesses 26 Years of Expertise In FMEG, Manufacturing, IT, Logistics, And BFSI Sectors, With A Profound Focus on Technology.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
ABHAY DUDHANKAR
Deputy Manager(IT) | Arabian Rock Engineering
Mr. Abhay Dudhankar holds the position of Deputy Manager at Arabian Rock Engineering Co. LLC, specializing in drilling and blasting with 25 years of experience in blasting, explosives, mining, and underground excavation.
Area of Mentorship: Any
SANGITA RAJANKAR
Associate Scientist | MRSAC
Ms. Sangita Rajankar serves as an Associate Scientist at Maharashtra Remote Sensing Application Centre, focusing on geospatial development. With over 20 years of experience, she excels in leveraging technology for spatial analysis and application.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
ARNAB BISWAS
Business Development Manager | Amazon
Mr. Arnab Biswas a Business Development Leader at Amazon, specializes in life sciences, cloud, and Gen AI. With 25 years of experience, he excels in crafting innovative business strategies for growth and advancement.
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
NEHA VEDANTWAR
Chief Executive Officer | WhiteChalk Private Limited
Ms. Neha Vedantwar leads as CEO at The WhiteChalk Pvt. Ltd., specializing in digital performance marketing. With 17 years of expertise, she excels in crafting effective marketing and branding strategies, driving growth and success in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Area of Mentorship: Marketing & Branding
SHIVSHANKAR BALASUBRAMANIAN
Finance Transformation Manager | Google
Mr. Shivshankar Balasubramanian a Finance Transformation Manager at Google with over a decade of experience . Specializing in Hi -tech, FinTech, and Financing for Tech, Shiv excels in driving financial innovation and strategy .
Area of Mentorship: Finance
AYUSH TYAGI
Mentor | iStart
Mr. Ayush Tyagi a Mentor at iStart, brings over nine years of expertise as a Community Builder, with prior roles as an Investment Head and Funding specialist. Focused on funding and capital management, Ayush is dedicated to nurturing and empowering entrepreneurial communities.
Area of Mentorship: Capital Management
RAVI KIKAN
Global Chief Marketing Officer | United WeCare
Mr. Ravi Kikan serving as the Global Chief Marketing Officer at United We Care, boasts 24 years of experience in driving agnostic business growth strategies . With a profound dedication to marketing excellence, Ravi spearheads initiatives that prioritize global well -being and community empowerment .
Area of Mentorship: Any
ABID ALI
Founder | ByteWorks
Mr. Abid Ali, Founder of ByteWorks, drives innovation in AI/ML with over 24 years of experience. His visionary leadership in product development reshapes industries and sets new standards for technological advancement
Area of Mentorship: Product Development
RHYTHM GOYAL
Associate Director | Monotype
Mr. Rhythm Goyal, Associate Director of Platform Engineering at Monotype. With over 14 years of experience in the technology sector, Rhythm brings a wealth of expertise to our team.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
SUSHANT BHARGAVA
Senior Executive Manager | Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Corporation Limited
Mr. Sushant Bhargava is a seasoned Senior Executive Marketing at Godrej & Boyce mfg. co. ltd. ,boasting a 16 years of diverse experience manufacturing and management.
Area of Mentorship: Business Strategy
KIRTI NIKAM
Academician & Researcher | Manipal School of Architecture & Planning
Dr. Kirti Nikam is a experienced professor at Manipal School of Architecture & Planning, Manipal, Karnataka boasting a diverse experience in Research and innovations.
Area of Mentorship: Ideation
SOURABH TAPAS
SoC Functional Verification Lead | NXP Semiconductors
Mr. Sourabh Tapas is a experienced SoC Functional verification Lead in NXP Semiconductors boasting a diverse experience and knowledge in electronics and semiconductors which can help in Research and innovations.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
DEVANSH LAKHANI
Director | Lakhani Financial Services
Mr. Devansh Lakhani is a Director at Lakhani Financial Services, boasting a diverse experience and knowledge in Fundraising and boosting Startups growth which can help in Research and innovations.
Area of Mentorship: Funding & Capital Management
PIYUSH JHA
Product Marketing Manager | Google, India
Mr. Piyush Jha is a experienced Product marketing manager in Google, India boasting a diverse experience and knowledge in product design and marketing strategies which can help in Research and innovations.
Area of Mentorship: Marketing & Branding
VINOD MIDHA
Partner | Simple Sell Solutions LLP
Vinod Midha, Partner at Simple Sell Solutions LLP, leveraging 49 years of expertise in pioneering Product & Business Development across Energy, Industry, Defence, and Renewables sectors.
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
SHAMIK UKIL
Chartered Accountant | Advisory Monks Consulting
Shamik Ukil, a Chartered Accountant with Advisory Monks Consulting, bringing 8 years of specialized expertise in Legal matters.
Area of Mentorship: Legal
AKSHAY UMBARKAR
Managing Partner | Winspro EXIM
Akshay Umbarkar, Managing Partner at Winspro Exim, with over 13 years of experience in Export and Import, Business incubation, Teaching, and International Marketing
Area of Mentorship: Import Export, Product Development
GAURAV TRIPATHI
Co-founder & Group CTO | Innoplexus
Gaurav Tripathi, Co-founder and Group CTO at Innoplexus, where he brings 20 years of visionary leadership and technical innovation at the forefront of Technology and Life Sciences.
Area of Mentorship: Technology
DR. RAJESH JAWARE
Incharge Innovation Management | Maharashtra State Skills University Mumbai
Dr. Rajesh Jaware, Professor Incharge of Innovation Management at Maharashtra State Skills University Mumbai, specializes in Industrial Engineering and Operations Management with a rich experience of 30 years
Area of Mentorship: Early Stage Ideation
MONISH SALHOTRA
Innovation Officer | NOISE
Monish Salhotra serves as the Innovation Officer at Noise, where he spearheads product development in the realm of consumer electronics, leveraging 12 years of industry expertise.