Women Making Impact - India

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.