10 Leaders Who Are Changing The Face Of Indian Business

India’s business landscape is being redefined by a new generation of visionary leaders who are blending innovation, sustainability, and technology to create lasting impact. These entrepreneurs and executives are transforming traditional sectors such as finance, healthcare, fashion, and technology while introducing fresh ideas in green energy, digital solutions, and social enterprises. Their forward-thinking approach, resilience, and commitment to progress are driving economic growth and inspiring a new wave of startups across the country. Together, they represent the spirit of modern India bold, dynamic, and globally competitive reshaping how business is done in the 21st century.

Rajesh Jain & Vishal Jain, Founded Aroma Care

Rajesh Jain and Vishal Jain founded Aroma Care in 2016, and since then, it has rapidly evolved into one of India’s fastest-growing skincare brands. Spotting a crucial gap in the market, Rajesh Jain and Vishal Jain developed formulations tailored to diverse Indian skin needs, especially those often overlooked in mainstream skincare. Backed by years of R&D, their products are vegetarian-friendly, paraben- and sulphate-free, and cruelty-free. Today, the brand connects with over 60,000 families, selling three products every minute through a strong online and offline presence. Vishal and Rajesh Jain embody a new generation of traditional entrepreneurs delivering effective, proven, loved and easy skin and hair care products for every Indian.

Virkaran Singh, Founder & CEO of It’s Spotlight

At just 23, Virkaran Singh has disrupted India’s outdoor advertising space by introducing AI-powered, data-intelligent DOOH (Digital Out-Of-Home) advertising through his new venture, It’s Spotlight. For the first time, brands can now access real-time audience insights, including age, gender, and engagement analytics, bringing measurable ROI to outdoor campaigns. With dynamic, responsive screens launched at CP.67 Mall, Virkaran has transformed static billboards into intelligent digital platforms that adapt to audiences in the moment. His vision bridges creativity and technology, setting new benchmarks for transparency and innovation in advertising, and positioning It’s Spotlight as a trailblazer redefining how brands interact with the real world.

Abhinav Jain, Co-Founder & CEO of Almonds Ai

Abhinav Jain, Co-founder & CEO of Almonds Ai, has been a pioneering force in redefining Channel Loyalty and Partner Engagement in India. As the inventor of the Green Loyalty Program, he has seamlessly blended technology, sustainability, and innovation to create measurable business impacts. Under his leadership, Almonds Ai has evolved from a bootstrapped startup to a 200+ member organization, empowering over six million channel partners and working with 100+ global brands. The company’s remarkable 85% repeat and referral business reflects its strong client trust and organic growth. Backed by marquee investors like Haldiram’s and JITO, Abhinav continues to drive Almonds Ai’s vision of building sustainable, AI-powered loyalty ecosystems that align with India’s digital and green growth ambitions.

Debasish Purohit, Founder & CEO, Sanchis Communication Pvt. Ltd.

When Debasish Purohit founded Sanchis Communication Pvt. Ltd., his goal was clear—to revolutionize how brands communicate in a technology-first world. Today, under his visionary leadership, Sanchis has evolved into a 360-degree marketing powerhouse that fuses creativity, culture, and technology to craft campaigns with purpose and measurable impact. Purohit’s AI-driven and insight-led approach reimagines advertising as more than visibility—it becomes a bridge of connection and influence. By blending India’s cultural intelligence with global marketing dynamics, Sanchis delivers narratives that are both human-centered and future-ready. With innovation at its core, Debasish Purohit continues to position Sanchis Communication as a catalyst for transformative growth in the digital age.

“I believe the future of advertising lies in the harmony of technology and human emotion—where every campaign tells a story that inspires change and drives impact.” — Debasish Purohit

Richa Chowdhury, Founder of Resortire – The Vacation Luxury

Richa Chowdhury, is redefining the way modern India dresses for leisure. What began as Richa’s personal quest to find elegant yet effortless outfits (Made in Italy) for holidays soon evolved into a premium label that celebrates resort living as a lifestyle. Her vision blends luxury craftsmanship with comfort, offering styles that make every woman feel like she’s on her own magazine cover moment.

With an eye for detail and a heart rooted in creativity, Richa has built Resortire as more than just a fashion brand—it’s an experience of elegance, confidence, and escape. Under her leadership, the brand bridges timeless sophistication with contemporary charm, resonating with the modern traveler who believes that vacation isn’t just a place—it’s a feeling you wear.

Minesh Raja, Founder & Partner of Carmine Communications LLP

With over two decades of experience, Minesh Raja is a strategic leader and creative problem solver in public relations. In 2008, he founded Carmine Communications LLP, now one of India’s most trusted independent PR agencies. Under his leadership, Carmine has delivered impactful campaigns across healthcare, education, technology, manufacturing, infrastructure, logistics, and government sectors, building credible brand reputations.

What sets Carmine apart is its clarity in communication amid digital noise. When narratives can be easily fabricated and perceptions manipulated, Carmine’s strength lies in creative storytelling, credibility building, and result-oriented media strategy. Minesh has spearheaded major advocacy initiatives with Central and State Governments in areas such as public health, civil aviation, food safety, oil & gas, and social welfare campaigns like bans on Gutkha & Panmasala, Euthanasia, Drones, and LPG usage awareness. His foresight continues to position Carmine as a symbol of integrity, innovation, and influence in India’s PR ecosystem.

Nitin Mahajan, Founder & CEO of BrandBooster.ai & QuickAds.ai

Nitin Mahajan is a visionary entrepreneur and AI marketing innovator, leading the transformation of performance advertising for SMBs through BrandBooster.ai and QuickAds.ai. His platforms integrate AI, proprietary ad intelligence, and creative automation to help brands optimize campaigns, cut inefficiencies, and achieve measurable growth. Under his leadership, businesses have reported up to 300% revenue gains through data-driven ad execution and strategic automation. Beyond his ventures, Nitin actively mentors emerging startups through 88 Ventures, investing in AI-led innovations across fintech, SaaS, and sports tech. His mission is to make advanced marketing intelligence accessible to every business, enabling them to compete globally with precision, speed, and accountability—all powered by AI-driven performance solutions.

Vrinda Agarwal, Founder of Mayori Conscious Clothing

Vrinda Agarwal is the founder of Mayori Conscious Clothing, a Jaipur-based sustainable fashion brand that blends Indian textile traditions with global minimalism. A commerce graduate from Sydenham College and alumna of the London School of Fashion, Vrinda left a finance career to create clothing that is both comfortable and conscious, made for real women, not just runways.

Since founding Mayori in 2016, she has built a growing presence across Jaipur, Mumbai, and Chennai, championing mindful fashion through small-batch, eco-conscious collections crafted in natural fabrics using handblock, Shibori, and clamp-dye techniques.

Mayori stands out for making sustainability accessible. Its collections are machine-washable, durable, and priced consciously. The brand maintains zero child labour, ensures fair wages, and follows a low-waste production model.

Vrinda’s leadership combines cultural sensitivity with business pragmatism, driving Mayori’s steady growth in a segment often dominated by niche luxury players. Her vision is simple yet transformative: to make sustainability a lifestyle, not a label.

Through Mayori, Vrinda is shaping an inclusive, scalable model for India’s conscious fashion movement, proving that responsibility and profitability can beautifully coexist.

Aman Gupta, Bringing a Global Legacy Home with Leysha

Aman Gupta, at the helm of the reputed SSIEL Group, is dynamically repositioning its four-decade legacy for contemporary markets. While the group's core remains a global rice export powerhouse, Aman has strategically diversified its portfolio, venturing into specialty chemicals and marking its entry into luxury hospitality with a flagship IHG property. His consumer-centric vision is most vividly captured in Leysha Basmati Rice, a brand that translates SSIEL's export-grade quality into a premium offering for Indian kitchens. Through this multi-pronged growth, Aman demonstrates a nuanced understanding of modern business: honoring foundational strengths while boldly innovating to build a respected, multi-dimensional Indian conglomerate.

Piyush Goyal, Co-Founder & CEO of Volks Energie

Piyush Goyal as the Founder & CEO of Volks Energie, has been a pioneering force in India’s renewable energy ecosystem. Over the past 15 years, Piyush has led over 500 projects across Solar Energy Solutions, BESS and HVAC solutions. Under Piyush’s leadership, Volks Energie has been recognised as a critical execution partner for leading entities like GAIL, BPCL, & Powergrid, supporting their sustainability and energy transition ambitions. He has blended deep technical expertise with scalable clean energy deployment and assisted in driving India’s transition toward greener power. Under his leadership, Volks Energie embodies both resilience and forward-looking innovation in the energy sector.