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Megha Shah is an accomplished brand manager with over 8 years of experience and a proven track record of driving business growth through strategic marketing. She has successfully managed over 50 brands, delivering impactful campaigns that resonate with target audiences and boost brand awareness. Megha specializes in market research, strategy development, inbound and email marketing, content creation, PR, and communications.

Known for her creative problem-solving and ability to deliver results under pressure, Megha excels in managing cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration with stakeholders. She holds a B.Com (Hons.) in Marketing from J.D. Birla Institute and an MBA in Marketing (First Class with Distinction) from Nirma University, where she was a merit scholar. Megha is passionate about creating exceptional brand experiences that drive customer loyalty and business success.

I'm Manish Dsouza, an experienced venture capitalist and startup mentor. My diverse background encompasses investment banking, private equity, angel investing and an advisory roles at various startups. As a venture capitalist, I'm committed to guiding startups through their journey, with a keen focus on various growth facets.

My Services Include:

• Idea Validation: I assist in validating your business concepts and ideas, ensuring they have the potential for success in the competitive market.

• Pitch Deck Review: Crafting a compelling pitch is vital for attracting investors. I offer thorough pitch deck reviews to help you present your vision effectively.

• Fundraising Strategies: Navigating the world of fundraising can be challenging. I provide valuable insights and strategies to secure the investment your startup needs to thrive.

• Go-to-Market Strategy: Launching your product or service with a well-thought-out go-to-market strategy is crucial. I can help you develop and refine your approach to maximize your chances of success.

With my expertise, you'll gain access to a wealth of knowledge and support to help your startup flourish and reach its full potential.

Sudhindra Paraki, known as Sudhi, is an experienced professional with diverse experience and expertise in Engineering Leadership, Startup Mentoring, Angel Investment, Angel Investment Advisor, Independent Corporate Director

In his career spanning over 25 years, he has built and managed successful Engineering groups focusing on Product Development, Technology transformations and adoption, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation, Cloud Technologies and migration, Intellectual Property Management, ESG Consultant in organizations such as Hewlett-Packard, Dell-EMC, IBM, Kyndryl and HCL Technologies leading teams and businesses across the globe.

He has been an entrepreneur and he has gained Entrepreneurial ecosystem expertise in building start-ups and scaling them from Ideation phase to Go-To-Market Phase. Has in-depth understanding of the emerging technologies and landscape of the start-ups in India and other emerging countries and Markets in the world.

Sudhi has been an Angel Investor and an advisor for an investment firm engaged in early-stage investments in start-ups. He has the insight for identifying start-ups having the thought leadership and business models with potential to scale and succeed.

Has been playing the role of a Startup Mentor for early stage and growth stage startups helping them with Governance and growth strategy converge for success.

He is an MCA certified Independent Corporate Director with expertise Board room functions in the areas of Technology transformations and adoption, Cyber Security, Digital Transformation, Cloud Technologies and migration, Intellectual Property Management, ESG Consultant.

I am the co-founder of The Healthy Binge, an emerging brand in the FMCG sector, where I am currently focused on scaling our operations across various channels, including D2C, retail, B2B, and exports. With a strong background in starting and growing businesses from the ground up, I have successfully scaled another startup prior to this venture.

My expertise encompasses multiple facets of business, including marketing, sales, manufacturing, margins, and pricing strategies. I am passionate about guiding others in these areas, helping them navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and achieve sustainable growth. Through my experience, I aim to inspire and empower fellow entrepreneurs to build successful and impactful brands in the competitive FMCG landscape.

With 35 years of experience, I have driven business growth, operational excellence, and value chain optimization across hi-tech beverage (Coca-Cola System), food, and luxury product manufacturing industries ($5M–$1B turnover). My expertise spans strategic leadership, process optimization, and business transformation in continuous process industries.

A results-driven leader, I have a proven track record of streamlining operations, boosting productivity, and driving EBITDA growth through innovative business strategies. I excel in building high-performance teams, executing revenue-driven initiatives, and enhancing customer and shareholder confidence while implementing Lean Enterprise disciplines.

Having worked across USA, Canada, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and India, I bring a global perspective to business operations, ensuring sustainable profitability and long-term growth. My mission is to drive strategic transformation and operational efficiency, helping organizations achieve their business objectives in competitive markets.