We’ve got 2 experienced 2nd Innings transitioners to share their stories and learnings with us - Deepak Thakran & Saumil Majmudar.

Deepak currently runs an investment management firm with offices in NYC and Gurgaon. Prior to that he was with Barclays in their investment banking arm in New York & with Booz Allen Hamilton. He is a passionate athlete and has completed over 10 marathons and several triathlons (including an ironman).

Saumil is the Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director of Sportz Village, which aims to get 100 million children to play, and win. He holds a B-Tech degree & is a Distinguished Service Alumnus from IIT Bombay, a PGDM from IIM-Bangalore, a Basic Mountaineering Degree from Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (Uttarkashi) & a Black belt in Karate.

Hosts Atul S Nath and Suman Ghosh engage with the guests exploring their journeys from corporate careers to entrepreneurship. The conversation delves into their early influences, the emotional challenges of transitioning careers, and the importance of relationships in business.

Both guests share insights on risk management, the significance of having fun in their ventures, and the lessons learned from their experiences. The episode emphasizes the need for resilience, self-awareness, and the ability to adapt in the face of challenges, providing valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Chapters00:00:00 Start

00:03:16 Personal Introduction – Saumil Majmudar

00:09:42 Personal Introduction – Deepak Thakran

00:14:50 Transitioning to a 2nd Innings

00:34:25 Financial Preparation

00:45:53 Hot & Cold State

01:05:44 Words of Advice