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How did an ex-Amazon engineer discover a billion-dollar opportunity in jewellery?
The journey of Gaurav Kushawaha, the founder of BlueStone, one of India’s leading jewellery brands is a story of resilience, business acumen and adherence to first-principles.
Watch the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast, where Sandeep Jethwani talks to Gaurav Kushwaha about how he grew BlueStone into an INR 8,000 company and disrupted the jewellery industry in India.
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In the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Tejas and Nupur Goenka, the third-generation leaders of Tally Solutions, India’s pioneering accounting software.
For decades, Tally has been THE accounting software for Indian businesses, setting standards in India long before "SaaS" was even a concept.
In this episode, Tejas and Nupur share how the family-led company transformed into a global leader.
They discuss:
➡️ How Bharat Goenka created India’s first family-owned SaaS company
➡️What it took to build a brand that every Indian business uses
➡️How Tally led a ‘founder-led sales’ strategy before the term even existed
➡️How Tally is innovating and capturing global markets
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and carrying forward a family legacy in India’s dynamic tech industry.
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In the latest episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Aloke Bajpai and Rajnish Kumar, co-founders of ixigo, a leading travel tech company valued at USD 401 million (INR ~3,370 crore).
Aloke and Rajnish’s journey from bootstrapping ixigo to building a platform used by over 480 million active users is an inspiring story of resilience, innovation, and customer-centricity.
In this episode, they share invaluable insights into building ixigo from the ground up, the power of AI-driven solutions, and what it takes to survive and thrive through economic challenges. They also discuss how they used strategic acquisitions to strengthen their market position and why staying in sync as co-founders was critical to their success.
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In this episode, our co-founder Sandeep Jethwani talks to Ankit and Rajat Kedia - the dynamic brothers behind Manjushree Technopack, who transformed their father's umbrella manufacturing business into one of India's largest packaging solutions providers.
Their success metrics tell a remarkable story:
A modest ₹4 crore IPO in 1994 grew to deliver 45x returns to early investorsScaled from ₹6 crores to ₹13.5 crores in just one yearBuilt a client roster including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and GSKExecuted two successful PE exits with Kedaara Capital and Advent InternationalGrew into a ₹2,000+ crore packaging mammoth by FY23Key takeaways from this episode:
➡️ 45x returns for early investors - How a 10-rupee share from their 1994 IPO turned into a 456-rupee buyback in 2014, becoming a landmark exit in India’s packaging industry.
➡️ Surviving the times of crisis - The story of navigating through one of India’s toughest market disruptions (in 1994) while still pushing their first IPO to success.
➡️ Taking bold risks - Executing a successful FPO during the 2008 financial crisis—how their risk-taking propelled the business to new heights.
➡️ Building a structured family office after a successful exit - how they created a robust investment strategy, diversifying across asset classes while staying focused on operational businesses.
Listen in for a masterclass on entrepreneurship, family leadership, and long-term wealth creation.
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In this episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we are joined by Viren Rasquinha, Arjuna Awardee and CEO of Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ). From captaining the Indian hockey team (and leading India at the 2004 Athens Olympics) to switching to management at the peak of his sporting career to nurturing future Olympians, Viren has donned many hats and excelled at all!
Through OGQ, Viren is a man with a mission and in this episode, we talk to him about –
The electrifying experience of leading India against Pakistan in a post-Kargil War seriesViren's bold decision to pursue an MBA while at the peak of his sporting careerThe evolution of India's sports ecosystem and its impact on athlete performanceOGQ's pivotal role in nurturing 13 out of 21 Indian Olympic medalists in recent yearsThe government’s role in supporting sports and job stability for Indian athletesYou can also watch the podcast episode on the Create Wealth YouTube channel.
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In the latest episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have with us Deepak Padaki, President of Catamaran Ventures, the family office of tech visionary, Mr. Narayana Murthy.
Deepak has transitioned from being one of the earliest employees of Infosys to managing a mega INR 10,000 crore corpus of Mr Murthy’s wealth, which is invested across the board - from public markets to private investments.
Some of Catamaran’s most noteworthy private investments are - Acko and Paper Boat in venture capital, SpaceX and Reddit in late-stage growth capital and NSE as well as Udemy in private equity.
Deepak shares invaluable insights on running a family office with the rigour of a top-tier investment firm, the evolution of investment strategies as corpus grows, and the importance of patient capital in private investments.
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🎙️ Celebrating 25 episodes of the Create Wealth podcast!
Over the last 48 weeks, our co-founder Sandeep Jethwani travelled across India to meet 24 wealth creators and uncovered a treasure trove of insights.
As we mark the milestone of 25 episodes of the Create Wealth Podcast, we’ve curated a special episode to revisit the essential wealth creation strategies shared by India's top entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders.
In this compilation, we’ve gathered powerful snippets from past episodes that dive deep into all the routes to wealth creation:
1️⃣ Salaries and bonuses - The disciplined path to wealth through compensation.
2️⃣ ESOPs - How ESOPs can significantly boost long-term wealth.
3️⃣ Selling businesses or stakes - Strategies for deploying capital after liquidity events.
4️⃣ Generational wealth - Managing family wealth across generations.
5️⃣ Content creation - Turning personal brands into profitable ventures.
This episode is a concise guide to various wealth-building avenues, perfect for anyone seeking practical insights into growing and managing wealth.
Don’t miss this special episode, packed with lessons from those who’ve walked the path to wealth.
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In a one-of-a-kind episode of the Create Wealth podcast, our co-founder Sandeep Jethwani had a candid conversation with four investors who have been instrumental in our journey:
Mridul Arora - Partner at Elevation CapitalVikram Vaidyanathan - Managing Director of Z47 (formerly Matrix Partners India)Abhinav Chaturvedi - Partner at AccelSaravanan Nattanmai - Partner at Premji InvestAnd here's the kicker - this discussion is a deep dive into how wealth creation is evolving in India, straight from those shaping its future.
This thought-provoking conversation explores several key topics -
The evolving landscape of India's wealth management space and its growth projectionsHow VCs assess start-up valuations across different growth stagesChallenges and opportunities in building a wealth tech companyPerspectives on personal investment strategies from seasoned VCs -
In the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast, we’re excited to feature Aarti Gupta, the Chief Investment Officer of the Jagran Group’s DM Gupta Family Office and its private investing arm, Anikarth Ventures.
Aarti has been steering the DM Gupta Family Office of the Jagran Group for 13 years. Aarti has also been spearheading private investments in early-stage companies for the family office since 2017 through Anikarth Ventures, with private investments in over 33 companies.
In this episode Aarti shares how she navigates the complexities of managing family wealth while being an independent director for a large listed company. She also elaborates why the core wealth management strategy of any family office lies in aligning investment policies with each individual member's unique risk profile, and more.
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In the latest episode of the podcast Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have with us Sunjay Kapur, Chairman of Sona Comstar, an INR 40,000 crore mobility tech giant.
Sunjay's journey is a masterclass in strategic growth and adaptability in the rapidly evolving automotive sector. Under his leadership, Sona Comstar has become a powerhouse, supplying components to 7 out of the world's top 10 car manufacturers.
In this episode Sunjay shares how private equity (PE) partnerships can drive business growth and bring financial acumen to the table, how he tapped the EV megatrend much earlier than others, how he manages his family office while steering Sona Comstar and much more!
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In this episode of the Create Wealth podcast with Sandeep Jethwani, we host Gauri Devidayal, the owner of a highly successful restaurant in Mumbai The Table and Mag St. frequented by Bollywood celebrities. Gauri shares her expert tips on how to run a successful restaurant. She discusses key strategies for attracting customers, maintaining excellent service standards & repeat customers, and the importance of consistency in the premium restaurant business and much more.
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This Doctor’s Day, we’re bringing you a special episode of the Create Wealth podcast, featuring one of the most influential figures in the Indian health-tech space – Shashank ND, co-founder and CEO of Practo and Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry Subcommittee on Digital Health.
In this special episode, Sandeep Jethwani, our co-founder and the host of the Create Wealth podcast unpacks a treasure trove of insights for doctors on wealth creation.
Shashank, having met over 12000 doctors in the past 20 years, has a deep understanding of the problems and challenges faced by doctors. He shares his take on how technology can transform outcomes, save lives and help healthcare professionals accomplish more.
Practo, his brainchild, has connected over 40 crore patients with more than 2 lakh doctors, showcasing the immense potential of technology in improving health outcomes.
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In the latest episode of the podcast, Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we feature one of the most distinguished leaders in the mutual fund industry – Navneet Munot, CEO and MD of HDFC AMC and Chairman of the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI).
With over 30 years of experience in financial services, Navneet has transitioned from a fund manager to a CEO, significantly contributing to the mutual funds’ growth story in India.
Navneet shares his deep understanding of mutual funds and how Indians are investing today, offering invaluable insights on wealth creation.
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In the latest episode of the podcast, Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have with us Aakash Chaudhry, co-founder of Aakash Educational Services Limited to share his journey of building the business.
In this no-holds-barred conversation with Aakash, we talk about the biggest acquisition deal in the Indian ed-tech space and much more!
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In the latest episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Kuldeep Dhankar, Co-founder of Last9.io, with us. With over 20 years of experience across Nokia, Microsoft and CleverTap his journey building brands and solving problems for businesses is a masterclass for those who work in SaaS businesses and sales roles across industries.
In this episode, he talks about why there is a massive opportunity for SaaS companies in India, the secret sauce to scaling your SaaS sales, how VCs see the booming SaaS landscape in India, and a lot more.
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In the all-new episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Sudeep Goenka, Director of Goldiee Group. Goldiee Group is one of the top legacy spice brand in India based out of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, serving since 1980.
This episode is a marketing playbook for those who want to make a business in a tier 2 city. In this episode, he talks about how to convert a commodity product into a brand, how to make a distribution and pricing strategy, and also reveals a secret to acquire Indian customers.
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In the all-new episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Rishabh Mariwala, Managing Partner of Sharrp Ventures and Director of Marico Ltd. Rishabh has turned Sharrp Ventures- the investment office of the Harsh Mariwala family, aka The Marico family, into a $300 Million D2C investing juggernaut. He founded Sharrp Ventures in 2014 as his family’s investment office to invest in public and private companies.
Listen to the full conversation now to know more about his journey.
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In the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast, we talk to Mayank Kumar, Co-founder and Managing Director of upGrad as he delivers an inside perspective on the edtech industry in India.
Mayank, the driving force behind the success of upGrad, completed his graduation from IIT Delhi followed by an MBA from ISB Hyderabad. In 2015, he co-founded upGrad and steadily built it to an ed-tech giant with a $2.25 billion valuation.
Tune in to the podcast now to know more about the success story of upGrad.
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In the latest episode of the Create Wealth podcast with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Jitendra Gupta, the founder and CEO of Jupiter. He is Ex-MD of PayU and founder of Citrus Pay. In this conversation, he talks about challenges founders face when looking for early-stage investors, future of fintech in India, traditional banks vs. fintech and much more.
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In the latest episode of Create Wealth with Sandeep Jethwani, we have Brijesh Agrawal, the co-founder and director of IndiaMART. Entering the tech business when only 500 people in India have an internet connection sounds irrational. For Brijesh, this was a landmark decision, for it led to the creation of India's biggest B2B marketplace.
In this episode we talk about story of IndiaMART journey, how they survived 4 to 5 near death experiences, how to tackle issues in family run businesses and much more.
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