In this episode, Join host Ben Hayward as he chats with Shinjini Kumar, former CEO of Paytm bank, as she details her fascinating career from a graduate at the Indian regulator to a start up founder. They explore India's entrepreneurial spirit and dynamic markets, while Shinjini's financial sector expertise provides insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the country's economic evolution.

In this episode of India Unveiled with WhiteOak Capital, we are joined by Anup Bagchi, the seasoned CEO of ICICI Prudential Life, one of India’s largest insurance businesses. Together, we unravel three decades of Anup's illustrious career, from the inception of ICICI bank, to navigating the intricate landscape of the insurance space in India. We unwrap the unique challenges and opportunities that lie within the life insurance space in India as Anup shares insights into the core growth drivers for his business. Anup leaves us with invaluable wisdom, emphasizing the necessity for continuous reinvention, adaptability, and decisive action in the ever-evolving landscape of India’s financial sector.

This episode promises a wealth of insights and a glimpse into the exciting journey that lies ahead for both ICICI Pru and the broader India financial services ecosystem. Don't miss out on this enriching episode of India Unveiled with WhiteOak Capital.

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Manish Taneja, the visionary entrepreneur behind Purplle, one of India's leading e beauty platforms in the FMCG space. Join me as we sit down with Manish to uncover his journey from a small town in North India to the helm of his unicorn via a short stint in investment banking along the way. Discover how his passion for entrepreneurship ignited during his time at the prestigious India Institute of Technology in Delhi, and how encounters with visionary founders in the financial services industry fueled his drive to create something extraordinary. We gained firsthand insights into India's FMCG beauty space, one of the fastest growing segments in the country. We also learned of Manish's unwavering dedication to solving problems and how his pursuit of changing the online beauty space, not only in India, but globally, hasn't always been a smooth ride with many near misses and challenges along the way. So without further ado, let's delve into the world of Purplle and Manish's unique startup journey.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Vedant Modi, the Chief Marketing Officer of Vedant Fashions, the parent company of renowned brands Manyavar and Mohey in the Indian wedding wear market. We’ll explore the inspiring story of how Vedant’s father started the company with a mere $150 and transformed it into a business with over 600 outlets across India and the Middle East, generating significant annual revenue. Dive into Vedant’s role in the company’s journey, from early technology adoption to future plans for global expansion. We’ll also discuss the highly anticipated celebrity endorsements with some of India’s top cricketers and Bollywood actors. Stay tuned to learn how Vedant Fashions became a leading player in the world-famous Indian wedding industry, and gain insights into their remarkable success.

In this episode, we’re joined by Nidhi Kumra, co-founder of Your Space, an innovative Indian student housing startup. Nidhi shares her personal experiences and challenges in finding quality accommodation during her time at the University of Cambridge, which inspired her to launch a business in the unorganized student housing market in India. Discover how Nidhi and her co-founders overcame obstacles to grow Your Space into a thriving venture with over a hundred sites across the country and numerous others in the pipeline. Tune in to hear Nidhi’s entrepreneurial journey, market insights, and how Your Space is making a difference in the lives of thousands of students in India’s rapidly expanding student market.

Join us in this episode as we dive into the remarkable success story of Dixon Technologies, a leading Indian electronic manufacturer. In just five years, Dixon has experienced exponential growth, expanding its customer base from two brands to over a hundred. We’ll explore how Dixon is emerging as a key player in the global electronic manufacturing space and examine the broader theme of India as a potential manufacturing hub in Asia. Additionally, we’ll discuss the immense potential of the untapped domestic electronics market that Dixon is poised to exploit. Our guest, Atul Lall, will provide insights into the company’s journey and shed light on their future plans. Don’t miss this exciting exploration of Dixon Technologies’ rise to prominence!