40 Visionaries Below The Age Of 40 Shaping The Future Of Business

Meet the next generation of business leaders redefining success through innovation, ambition, and purposeful leadership. Across diverse industries, these dynamic visionaries are creating new opportunities, embracing change, and building enterprises with lasting impact. Their journeys reflect the energy, resilience, and fresh thinking driving India’s business landscape forward.

1. Bikram Sethi, Trexo Global

Bikram Sethi is Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Trexo Global, a technology company helping law firms, corporations, research organisations, government bodies, and universities protect and manage their inventions, brands, and other intellectual property. Its platform combines intelligent automation with specialist expertise for clients across five continents. Over a 17-year career, Bikram has built teams of 800+ professionals serving 200+ clients. A Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, he was named in the IAM Strategy 300 in 2025 and 2026.

2. Kushal Agarwal, Kushal Bharat Group

Kushal Agarwal, Director of the Kushal Bharat Group, represents a new generation of Indian entrepreneurs who pair business leadership with social responsibility. He has driven the Group's diversification across manufacturing, infrastructure, hospitality, education and real estate, with a focus on long-term value. Particularly committed to Purulia, West Bengal, he works to transform rural belts into skill-driven urban centres, creating local employment, building institutions and strengthening communities where operating conditions remain challenging.

3. Amit Bendale,Walmart

Amit Bendale is a Principal Data Scientist at Walmart and former Co-founder of Bright Money, where he helped scale one of the U.S. 's leading AI-driven fintech platforms. A recognized AI leader, he has authored five research publications and filed six patents, translating cutting-edge research into enterprise solutions that power personalization, advertising, and customer intelligence at global scale. Honored by Forbes India, The Times of India, and international leadership forums, Amit is shaping the future of enterprise AI through innovation, research, and measurable business impact.

4. Neha Arora, Amorvet & AN45°

Neha Arora began her career late, stepping into the family business at 27 after six years at home. Today, she leads Amorvet, a herbal veterinary nutrition manufacturer exporting to over 75 countries, built on quality over price. Her team of nearly 600 is about sixty per cent women, many earning their family’s first salary. An MBA holder now pursuing a doctorate in marketing, she has launched AN45°, a skincare brand for Indian skin, proving it is never too late to begin.

5. Ariz Ahmad

Ariz, CEO of Everest DG and Co-Founder of EIT Global, brings over 13 years of experience across engineering, technology, and project management in manufacturing, oil and gas, and power generation. His expertise spans global business strategy, customer experience, and large-scale project execution. A certified PMP and QMS ISO 9001:2015 Auditor, he holds an Executive MBA from the American University in Dubai and a B.E. (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from BITS Pilani.

6. Ram Patrudu, Trovity InsureTech

Ram Patrudu, Co-Founder of Trovity InsureTech, believes insurance doesn’t have to feel intimidating. He is building Trovity to replace complexity with clarity and anxiety with reassurance, making insurance feel more human at every touchpoint. His philosophy, “The Truth of Insurance,” encourages honest conversations and simpler understanding of protection. Perhaps the clearest reflection of his leadership is Trovity’s Happiness Team, dedicated to checking in on customers following difficult life events not with a sales agenda, but with empathy. Ram’s ambition is to build a company that changes not only how insurance is bought, but how it is experienced.

7. Sahib Simran Singh, Quampetence Business Solutions

Sahib Simran Singh is the Co-Founder & Director of Quampetence Business Solutions, a customer experience and BPM organisation serving Fortune 500 enterprises, leading brands and high-growth businesses across international markets. Quampetence has earned recognition in Forbes India, Outlook India, The Times Group, Economic Times and Indian Express, alongside successive recognition as Best CX Service Provider – ITES & BPM. Today, the organisation combines customer experience, digital transformation, automation and AI with a growing multicultural workforce and global footprint. The next phase for Quampetence is focused on accelerating global expansion, entering new markets and integrating AI across customer experience and business operations to create greater scale, efficiency and value for clients.

8. Prateek Agrawal, HireQuotient

Chief of Staff & Head of Product at HireQuotient. Prateek is also an IIT Delhi alumnus. Previously he worked at Schlumberger and joined HireQuotient almost 3 years ago and contributed to product and growth majorly. HireQuotient has been making strides since the past 2 quarters for scaling traction in the US within frontline industries.

9. Vikash Sharma, SparxIT

Vikash Sharma is the co-founder and CEO of SparxIT, a global digital transformation and technology consulting firm launched in 2007. Headquartered in Noida with offices in Boston, New York and Dubai, it serves brands including Walmart, Accenture, Toshiba and Suzuki. Under his leadership, SparxIT has grown from web and mobile development into AI, cloud, cybersecurity and product engineering - recently delivering 24 digital platforms for PWD Delhi in 45 days. Sharma champions an "Ideate, Innovate, Create" philosophy, pairing AI-led delivery with enterprise-grade security and compliance. 

10. Abhijit Sarkar

Abhijit Sarkar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Indecimal (Hexindecimal Services Pvt. Ltd.), a construction company that builds homes and commercial spaces from start to finish. Founded in 2025, it operates in Bengaluru and Bhubaneswar. Within six months of launch, Indecimal became the first construction company to appear on a national business reality show, Bharat Ke Super Founders, and secured funding. It has since reached a GMV of ₹160 crore. Under his leadership, Indecimal is making construction transparent and accountable, with fixed-price contracts, 445+ quality checks, a 20-year structural warranty and up to 10 years of zero-cost maintenance. Sarkar believes every customer deserves a stress-free construction experience, with complete clarity on cost, quality and timelines.

11. Debojit Sen

Debojit Sen is the Founder and CEO of Crack-ED, an EdTech and career-training company bridging India's skill-to-job gap. A first-generation entrepreneur backed by CarDekho Group, he drives outcome-driven training programs and strong corporate partnerships across BFSI and retail, including Bandhan Bank, All Axis Bank and Kotak Mahindra Prime. He also hosts the podcast Badhta India Dekho, and is a recipient of the BW Disrupt 40 Under 40 Award for his contribution to India's skilling ecosystem.

12. Sarthak Elwadhi

TrucksUp was co-founded by Sarthak Elwadhi. He worked in inventory management, last-mile coordination, and freight forwarding in Australia before returning to India. His first hand exposure to inefficiencies in the Indian trucking ecosystem while working in FTL transportation in India, inspired the idea of TrucksUp.

Sarthak built a platform designed to bring standardization, transparency, and smart technology integration into logistics, which were previously only partly available and only to LFOs (large fleet owners). Making the Indian ecosystem more transparent, empowering stakeholders, improving driver experiences, and unlocking greater value and efficiency across the supply chain.

13. Yogesh Jaiswal,HBG Medical Assistance

Yogesh Jaiswal is Co-Founder and Director of Business at Hanumanay Healthcare, operating as HBG Medical Assistance. He leads the company's growth across Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia, having helped establish its presence in India's medical travel industry. By building close networks with insurers and healthcare organisations abroad, he gives international patients easy access to Indian healthcare institutions. His relationship-building skills, strategic approach and execution-driven leadership have built a sustainable business and made him a promising young leader in medical value travel.

14. Aditya Vats

Aditya Vats is Co-Founder and Director of Operations at Hanumanay Healthcare, operating as HBG Medical Assistance. Alongside overseeing operations, he manages the company's business interests in Kenya. He builds strong relationships with overseas key accounts, Indian healthcare providers and ecosystem stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination for patients seeking treatment in India. Combining operational excellence with business development, he has strengthened HBG's presence in India's medical travel industry and is now driving its automation and AI-led transition into a scalable, tech-driven organisation.

15. Vishal Bhati, Credit4Sure

With a background in technology, finance and law, Vishal Bhati is building Credit4Sure into a trusted digital financial services platform. He believes customers should be understood beyond their credit score, with present circumstances weighed alongside past financial behaviour. Guided by integrity, customer-first thinking and a drive to keep things simple, he envisions a single ecosystem where people can find the right financial solutions at every stage of life.

16. Prateek Tiwari, Prateek Group

Prateek Tiwari, Managing Director of Prateek Group, represents a forward-looking approach to real estate leadership, combining strategic thinking with a strong focus on innovation and customer satisfaction. Associated with the organisation since 2012, he has played a key role in transforming its media, marketing, commercial and retail initiatives. A Civil Engineer by profession, his leadership emphasises quality, timely delivery and evolving consumer expectations. His vision continues to strengthen Prateek Group’s position as a trusted name in North India’s real estate landscape.

17. Arjun Asthana, Coas Law

Arjun Asthana, Founder & Managing Partner of Coas Law, focusses on multi-disciplinary techno-legal practice areas ranging from Artificial Intelligence to Data Protection and Cyber Security laws. Having more than 2000 reported judgments in his name on complex, high value restructurings and resolution mandates throughout the country, Arjun has earned a distinguished reputation in the specialised domain of Commercial Arbitration, Mergers & Acquisition and Corporate Debt Restructuring & Insolvency. With a decade of experience in handling general corporate advisory, Arjun has become a trusted partner in the decision making of numerous organisations.

18. Bhawna Chopra Rustagi, Ariedge.ai

Advocate Bhawna Chopra Rustagi believes law should enable business growth, not block it. As Co-founder and Chief Legal Officer of Ariedge, an AI-first digital transformation company, she builds the legal and governance backbone that lets innovation scale responsibly. With over 19 years in litigation, corporate advisory and compliance, she has guided startups and corporates on contracts, employment law, POSH frameworks and regulatory matters, and has represented clients before the Delhi High Court. A certified POSH trainer and Amazon bestselling author, she champions a preventive approach, tackling risks before they become disputes.

19. Sunny Sehrawat, NextCorp Media

Sunny Sehrawat is a dynamic media and communications entrepreneur, serving as CEO and Co-Founder of NextCorp Media and also heading CEO Review Magazine. With a strong focus on strategic storytelling, brand building, and business growth, he has helped shape impactful narratives across industries. His leadership reflects innovation, entrepreneurial vision, and a commitment to creating meaningful opportunities across the media and communications landscape.

20. Abdul Nayeem,Mercury Abroad Consultants

Abdul Nayeem leads Mercury Abroad Consultants on a simple premise: counselling should come before university selection. Rather than chasing application volumes, his team assesses each student’s academic record, career goals, eligibility and finances, and will guide them away from an unsuitable university. Recognised with the Indian Icon Award 2026 and featured in Forbes India, Abdul is now building an AI-powered SaaS CRM to help counsellors make faster, better-informed decisions.

21. Sourav Howlader, Proflakes Smart Solutions

Sourav Howlader is a technology leader balancing three organisations. He serves as CEO of Proflakes Smart Solutions and as CTO of Foiwe Info Global Solutions and Verbinden Communications. As co-founder of Bengaluru-based Foiwe, he has helped expand its reach into IT services, business consulting, and enterprise content moderation across several countries. He also designed and developed Contentanalyzer.ai, an AI-powered SaaS tool that combats online profanity and NSFW content, blending technical depth with operational vision.

22. Rajat Jain , Aadi IT Services LLP

Rajat Jain brings 14+ years of technology experience. He founded Aadi IT Services LLP in 2013 and BizEazer Consulting to guide manufacturing leaders from manual, Excel-driven operations to AI-ready systems — responsibly, with DPDP compliance built in. His diagnosis-first philosophy turns operational chaos into scalable, sustainable growth.

23. Vijay Sharma, Silver Oak Health

Vijay Sharma has spent a decade building digital tools that help people find mental health support when they need it. A two-time founder who began coding at 17, he co-founded Silver Oak Health and grew it into one of India's largest workplace mental health platforms, tackling the stigma around seeking help. An IIM Bangalore alumnus, Economic Times Excellence Award winner and two-time TEDx speaker, he also backs early-stage founders and views business building as a craft.

24. Sambhav Karnawat, Jewelove

An alumnus of IIT Kanpur and a fourth-generation jeweller, Sambhav Karnawat is transforming India's luxury retail landscape. Recognizing a market gap for accessible, certified high-grade metals, he founded Jewelove, establishing it as a premier destination for authentic platinum jewellery. By leveraging a direct-to-consumer model, Sambhav combines heritage craftsmanship with modern e-commerce transparency. Under his leadership, Jewelove has earned Platinum Guild International recognition repeatedly, catering to a discerning global clientele.

25. Priyanka Banerjee

Priyanka Banerjee is a Filmfare Award-winning writer-director whose work blends creative storytelling with impactful social messaging. She directed the acclaimed short film Devi, which won the Filmfare People’s Choice Award and has crossed 20 million views. Her Hollywood debut, Alta, explored child marriage and featured in an anthology on gender equity. She also founded Leogirl, a production company delivering innovative storytelling for leading brands while championing diversity, inclusion, and meaningful narratives.

26. Akhand Swaroop Pandit

Akhand Swaroop Pandit is an entrepreneur, educator and investor, and the Founder of The Catalyst Group, with ventures spanning education, financial services, AI & technology, FMCG & wellness, real estate and hospitality. A former government officer and UPSC AIR 144, he transitioned from public service and education into entrepreneurship. Today, through ventures including Catalyst School of Business, Catalyst Education,Catalyst Financial Services, Growfitz, MarketNerve.AI, Cognivex AI and Sidhvi Retreats, he is focused on building scalable businesses, developing first-generation entrepreneurs and creating long-term value through his philosophy of "Mind, Muscle & Money".

27. Dr. Vivek Viswanathan

Dr. Vivek Viswanathan is a Consultant Paediatric Surgeon and Urologist specialising in robotic and minimal access procedures, and Assistant Professor of Paediatric Surgery at Dhiraj Hospital and Sumandeep Vidyapeeth, Vadodara. Working at the intersection of advanced surgical technology, paediatric urology, medical education and research, he aims to make complex surgical care more precise, child-centred and accessible. An academic, researcher and author, he champions innovation with compassion. Know more: https://drvivekviswanathan.in

28. Sunny Ralli, Praedico Global Research Pvt. Ltd.

Sunny Ralli is an Indian financial research analyst, entrepreneur, and AI innovator. He is best known as the Co-Founder  of Praedico Global Research Pvt. Ltd.—India's first artificial intelligence-based capital market research company which he started in 2018 when very few Indians focused on AI .After 7 successful years at Praedico he co-founded Techymed.Ai which has made the world's first agentic care engine for the medical sector.

He has established a strong presence in India's emerging AI ecosystem, notably achieving recognition as one of the highest-ranked Indian AI founders on Crunchbase 

29. Seema Agarwal, GK Hospitality Services

Seema Agarwal is Business Head at GK Hospitality Services, a leading Indian consulting firm in real estate, healthcare, and hotel development advisory. A Chartered Accountant with an MBA in Finance, she rose from a Tier III town to advise top organisations on growth strategy. Her portfolio spans budget to luxury projects, partnering with major hospitality brands including Taj, Oberoi, Marriott, and Hilton. A mother of two, she lives by the philosophy of giving 200% in life: 100% at home, 100% at work.

30. Manish Agarwal, VAHN

Manish Agarwal is Founder & CEO of VAHN, building the operating system for India's truck owners. Fuel, FASTag, payments and GST accounting run on one mobile platform, with AI that budgets trips and releases money only when the truck moves. For ₹200 a truck a month, owners recover 10–20x that in leakages. For drivers, VAHN means verified identities, insurance and a path to ownership.

A graduate of UPenn's M&T program, Manish learned trucking by riding with drivers at Gati Kausar, the cold-chain business he was sent to turn around, then raised ₹150 crore at 26 and rose to lead Gati's express distribution business. He carries forward the legacy of his grandfather, who founded TCI with one truck in 1958.

31. Rishi korde, Core De Industries

Rishi Korde, Founder & CEO of Core De Industries, is building an innovation-led ecosystem for India’s rapidly evolving food and beverage industry. An IIT graduate and Imperial College London alumnus, he leads Core De Industries across product R&D, formulation, private-label manufacturing, packaging, compliance, and commercialization. His vision is to bridge the gap between promising food concepts and scalable market-ready products, enabling startups, SMEs, HoReCa businesses, and emerging consumer brands to innovate faster. By combining scientific product development with manufacturing capabilities, Rishi aims to make high-quality food and beverage innovation more accessible, agile, and scalable across India.

32. Rahul Milind Khasnis, Khasnis Prime Wealth Pvt. Ltd.

Rahul Milind Khasnis helped grow Khasnis Prime Wealth from about ₹55 crore to ₹650 crore in assets under management between 2010 and 2026, expanding its clients from 1,000+ to 6,000+. He introduced structured processes, technology-driven systems and strategic goal-setting. His recognitions include the Indian Achievers’ Award (2021), CEO Insights’ Top 10 Leaders in Wealth Management (2022) and the 40 Under Forty Award (2025). A 2024 International Wealth Management Program participant, he champions financial literacy, disciplined investing and women’s financial participation.

33. Mannan Ahmad Khan,Munshi Giri

Mannan Ahmad Khan is a GST Practitioner and Income Tax e-Return Intermediary with over 11 years in compliance. Through Munshigiri.com, he serves clients across India, driven by a vision of putting a personal munshi within reach of every Indian, not just a privileged few. His new venture, Munshigiri AI, lets users speak in Hinglish while the app records entries, sorts expenses and shows where their money goes. In his words, "A nation that cannot read its money cannot write its future."

34. Anirudh Saraswat

Anirudh Saraswat is a dynamic leader in India’s clean energy revolution, with close to two decades of experience. As Co-Founder & Chief Business Officer of Oriana Power, he has played a key role in building one of India’s largest SME - listed renewable energy companies with a market capitalization exceeding 5,000 crore. His expertise in market dynamics, opportunity mapping and business expansion has been pivotal in Oriana’s rapid growth across solar, battery storage, green hydrogen, and hybrid solutions- making it one of the fattest-growing renewable energy enterprises in India.

35. Dr. Shravan Khetan

A doctor turned healthcare entrepreneur, Dr. Shravan Khetan leads Nagpur-based SHPL Group, a five-business group spanning hospitals, management consultancy, pharmacy, food and laundry. Through SHPL Management Consultancy, he brings professional systems to small and mid-sized hospitals that were long left out of corporate-style management. With a team of 150-plus and a turnover that doubled in three years, he now aims to scale his model across India, Southeast Asia and Africa. 

36. Mr. Tejas Chavan, Green Spaces

Mr. Tejas Chavan is the Director of Green Spaces and a purpose-driven entrepreneur committed to advancing sustainable living and eco-conscious hospitality. Under his leadership, Grape County Eco Resort & Spa has emerged as one of Maharashtra’s leading eco-tourism destinations, guided by the philosophy of “Co-Exist with Nature.” He has spearheaded transformative initiatives including the plantation of over 60,000 native trees, creation of five rainwater-harvested lakes, 100% water recycling systems, and biodiversity restoration projects. A passionate advocate for sustainable development, regenerative farming, rural empowerment, and responsible tourism, Mr. Chavan continues to demonstrate how environmental conservation and economic growth can work together to create lasting value for communities and future generations.

37. Sheetu Surana, Surana Jewellers

Beyond her role at Surana Jewellers, Sheetu Surana has established herself as a prominent voice in the luxury, lifestyle, and entrepreneurial landscape. Through authentic leadership, strategic networking, and thoughtfully curated experiences, she has built a personal brand that reflects elegance, credibility, and influence. Her ability to connect heritage with contemporary aspirations, while fostering meaningful relationships across business and social communities, has strengthened her public presence. By leveraging storytelling, community engagement, and purposeful communication, Sheetu exemplifies how modern leaders can transform expertise and values into lasting influence, redefining personal branding in today's dynamic world.

38. Agnishwar Jayaprakash, Garuda Aerospace

Agnishwar Jayaprakash is the Founder and CEO of Garuda Aerospace, one of India’s leading drone technology companies driving innovation across agriculture, defence, infrastructure, and industrial applications. A former international swimmer turned entrepreneur, he has built Garuda Aerospace into a pioneer in indigenous drone manufacturing and Drone-as-a-Service solutions, supporting India’s vision for technology-led growth. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its nationwide footprint, empowering farmers and enterprises with cutting-edge aerial intelligence. Recognized in Fortune India‘s 40 Under 40, Agnishwar continues to shape the future of India’s drone ecosystem through innovation, scalability, and a strong commitment to nation-building.

39. Vandita, Vandy’s Nail Studio

Mrs. Vandita (Popularly Known as Vandy) is the Founder & Proprietor of Vandy’s Nail Studio, Vandy’s Makeup Art, and Goddess Umbrella Foundation. At 29 ( A mother to a 3 year old daughter )with over seven years of entrepreneurial experience, she has built a successful professional nails,beauty, makeup, PMU, and training academy business. Holding a Master’s degree in Anthropology with Honors, Vandita combines academic knowledge with strong business acumen inherited from her family’s construction business background & Ayurvedic treatment centre/Hospital arena. Raised by a single mother, she credits her success to perseverance, hard work, and faith in destiny. Through Goddess Umbrella, she empowers women.

40. Shilpi Singh, Della Group

Shilpi Singh is a Director at Della Group and a founding architect behind DLC’s evolution into a formidable global network of entrepreneurs and changemakers. She is the driving force behind DLC Guide, Della’s global thought leadership platform for the hospitality industry, envisioned by her mentor, Design Futurist Jimmy Mistry. At Della Townships, Shilpi is advancing the Integrated Salutogenic Living philosophy across Della’s wellness-led township developments while spearheading strategic global brand collaborations. As Della Townships scales towards a USD 5+ billion GDV, she also leads strategic talent acquisition and executive recruitment. She is regularly invited to speak on global platforms, podcasts, and international media, sharing insights on leadership, community building, and the future of wellness-led integrated townships.