Haelli was started as one of the first few Indian brands that promote the nation’s culture with handicrafts. Starting with painting juttis (footwear) by herself, Neha proved to the world that she could own a brand. The brand also features unique sarees, brooches, blouses, and different clothing ranges on the website. Neha acted as a one-woman army when she managed her full-time job at the university and her new venture. She did everything herself in the first few years - designer, painter, logistic manager, customer care, technical support, and PR. After a roller coaster ride full of challenges, Neha Sahu has finally proved that being a woman does not stop you from taking any challenge in life.
Pooja Choudhary, Founder, Lavanya The Label: Coming from a small town and having her father’s support throughout, Pooja wanted to have her venture. So much clear that she even knew what she wanted – a fashion label. Pursuing her BBA from Modi Laxmangarh and MBA in Finance from Tokyo, Pooja started her entrepreneurial journey in 2018. No matter how much her father wanted her to prepare for civil services and the society was waiting to see another girl follow her dad’s dreams, Pooja started her women-centric fashion brand and has not looked back since. Based in Bhilwara, Rajasthan - a town where most clothing brands are for men - Pooja’s company has a 70% women workforce. Pooja aspires to expand this brand furthermore on her own and be a renowned name in the world of women's fashion.
Dr Nishi Singh, Director, HOD (Department of Infertility & IVF), Prime IVF: Dr Nishi Singh, a Retd. Major from the Indian Army chose to start a new chapter as an entrepreneur. An acclaimed infertility specialist and recipient of the prestigious Presidential Award, Dr Nishi Singh is heading the Department of Infertility & IVF at Prime IVF.