Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 has released its ninth list, which celebrates 300 outstanding individuals under 30 who are transforming various industries in the Asia-Pacific region. The Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 list includes several Indian entrepreneurs in the Enterprise Technology category.
These young innovators from India are making significant contributions to the tech industry, highlighting the country’s growing influence and creative talent in this field.
Indians Featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia List
Here are the notable Indian entrepreneurs recognized in the Enterprise Technology category:
Kunal Aggarwal, Founder of Credflow
Kunal Aggarwal, 27, started Credflow in 2019. This company creates software to help small and medium businesses manage their cash flow. Credflow analyzes business data, automates payment reminders, and offers credit lines based on cash flow. The company has raised around $9 million from investors like Stellaris Venture Partners and Omidyar Network India.
Mukul Anand, Cofounder of Rehook.ai
Mukul Anand, 26, co-founded Rehook.ai in 2021. This Bangalore-based startup uses AI to create personalized customer promotion campaigns. Rehook.ai offers data analytics and tailored discounts and received nearly $2 million in pre-seed funding from investors such as Beenext and Y Combinator in 2022.
Cofounders of Blitz – Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma
In 2020, Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma founded Blitz, a Gurugram-based company that provides same-day or next-day delivery services. Blitz, formerly known as Grow Simplee, raised $3 million in seed funding last year from IndiaQuotient to expand its network of warehouses and fulfillment centers.
Archit Chauhan, Shaifali Jain, and Sunny Garg, Cofounders of Crib
Archit Chauhan, Shaifali Jain, and Sunny Garg started Crib in 2021. Crib offers a software platform for landlords to manage properties and streamline payments. With support from Rebright Partners, the company has raised $2.7 million, including a $1.8 million seed round.
Aditya Dadia, Founder of Alwrite
Aditya Dadia, 25, founded Alwrite in 2022. Alwrite develops digital solutions for India’s insurance sector using machine learning for cost-benefit analysis, risk evaluation, and product development. The company has received over $1 million in angel funding, including support from Apurva Parekh, executive vice chairman of Pidilite Industries.
Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak, Cofounders of Induced
Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak launched Induced in 2023. Induced focuses on teaching robots to perform repetitive back-office tasks. The startup has raised $2.3 million in funding, with support from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, to revolutionize workflow automation.
Aditi Sinha and Rishabh Jain, Cofounders of Locale.ai
Aditi Sinha and Rishabh Jain founded Locale.ai in 2019. Locale.ai integrates data from various platforms to streamline workflow management and alert teams to issues like low inventory levels. The company has raised $5 million from investors such as Better Capital and Chiratae Ventures.
Harshit Mittal, Cofounder of Supplynote
Harshit Mittal, 29, co-founded Supplynote, a company offering management software for India’s restaurant industry. Supplynote, which started as a dorm room project, has grown into a comprehensive platform managing online orders and inventories. The company has raised $5 million, backed by investors including Artesian and Venture Catalysts.
Esha Manideep Dinne and Varun Vummadi, Cofounders of GigaML
Esha Manideep Dinne and Varun Vummadi started GigaML in 2023. GigaML helps companies deploy large language models through its innovative platform. The company has raised $3.6 million in seed funding and collaborates with investors like Nexus Venture Partners and Y Combinator.
Ankit Bansal, Ishan Rakshit, and Priy Ranjan, Cofounders of Shopflo
Ankit Bansal, Ishan Rakshit, and Priy Ranjan founded Shopflo in 2021. Shopflo specializes in checkout software for small e-commerce brands in India. The company has raised $3.7 million from investors such as Better Capital, Tiger Global, and TQ Ventures. Shopflo’s features include customized interfaces and tailored promotional campaigns.
Smarthveer Sidana, Founder of HireQuotient
Smarthveer Sidana, 28, leads HireQuotient, a Singapore-based startup that uses AI to improve human resources processes by filtering candidates and tailoring interviews. HireQuotient has raised close to $3 million, with support from industry veterans like Flipkart founder Binny Bansal and Peer Capital founder Rohit M A.
Rana Wehbe Watson on Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 List
Rana Wehbe Watson, the editor of Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia, said:
“The world may be in flux but the entrepreneurs on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 list continue to find creative ways to navigate new business realities and transform their industries. From using AI in various applications and contributing to sectors with rapid uptake like EVs, to providing energy and waste management solutions – their persistent efforts to contribute to a smarter (and greener) future are inspiring.”
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