The Entrepreneurial Heros: Crafting the Blueprint for Tomorrow’s Success

Entrepreneurship Day is an honor for the innovators who not only dream but also make their goals a reality. It’s a day for brave and bold dreamers, visionary builders, and precursors of possibilities. It’s a global journey to celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship, where creativity has no limits and the pursuit of dreams has no boundaries. Prepare to be inspired by the stories of the leaders of The Tea Planet, French Essence, PRtainment, Winston and DishiS Designer Jewelry, Milap Cosmetics, Gargee Designers, and Recode Studios. Their effort to change the business landscape has defined their path to success.

A Strong Mindset Matters:

“I believe that in order to become a successful woman entrepreneur, having a strong mindset towards your goals is extremely important, and as we celebrate Women Entrepreneurship Day, I hope to see a world where gender breaks off the barrier and merit becomes the only criterion for success. In the coming years, I aspire to see a surge in funding for women entrepreneurs and enable them to scale their ventures and contribute significantly to the economy,” says Madhuri Ganadinni, co-founder of The Tea Planet.

Break Barriers & Create Legacies:

“In my experience, the ability to rebound from setbacks, break through societal barriers, and leave that prominent mark on the business landscape hinges on unwavering resilience. This tenacity, along with my background in jewelry design, has fueled the inception of DishiS Designer Jewellery. I strongly believe that when we all work together, we can leave a legacy of inspiration and empower the future generation,” says Dishi Somani, the founder of DishiS Designer Jewelry.

Fuel Passion with Setbacks

“We as women often find ourselves breaking barriers and challenging the norms that society has set for us, but being able to take setbacks as opportunities and turn obstacles into stepping stones is what makes our entrepreneurial journey unique. I don’t want our Indian startup ecosystem to just acknowledge the work of women but also actively champion the diversity, creativity, and resilience that women bring to the forefront of innovation,” says Nidhi Sabharwal, Director and co-founder of PRtainment Media and Communication Pvt Ltd.

Celebrating Authenticity & Dedication

“Recode Studios is that dream of mine which I dared to chase. Just like every day is a fashion show, we at Recode strive to be the showstopper. Despite being completely from a different background, Recode today, proudly stands before you for the strides the brand has made in the beauty industry, competing shoulder-to-shoulder with giants. This journey was not always easy, every challenge and setback was a fuel to my strong ambitions. Over the years, Recode has seen phenomenal growth soaring from 25 lakhs in 2018 to an astounding 30 crores in FY 22-23. Recode is not just selling products but is creating a heaven for beauty enthusiasts,” says Dheeraj Bansal the Founder of Recode Studios.

Be the Guiding Light for the Upcoming Generation

“As a successful woman entrepreneur in India, I attribute a significant part of my journey to a relentless pursuit of resilience. In the dynamic and often challenging landscape of entrepreneurship, resilience has been my guiding force. This has not just shaped my professional life but also helped me in my personal growth. In a country like India, the entrepreneurial ecosystem can thrive, but at the same time, it can be challenging. And embracing resilience has not only fueled my own success but has also empowered me to inspire and support other aspiring women entrepreneurs,” says Nikita Malhotra, the Co-Founder of Winston.

A World of Inclusivity & Empowerment:

“Being a successful entrepreneur is not just about skills and strategy; it’s about how you stand strong through a storm and take setbacks with a sweet, positive smile. Just like the delicate notes in our perfumes, I hope to see women get recognized for their unique contributions and be given equal opportunities to flourish. At the end of the day, all I want to see is a future where the world is made of greater inclusivity and empowerment,” says Nidhi Gupta, the CMO of French Essence.

From Chaos to Couture

“ Our journey began with a visionary, my father Mr. Shyam Gupta, who sowed the seeds of this brand with a mere Rs. 1000 in 1980. Today on Entrepreneurship Day his inspiration, creativity and resilience have pushed us through all the challenges and setbacks we have achieved in our journey. Against all odds, our brand has achieved a remarkable 50% growth in sales. In the face of uncertainty, our loyal customer base has been the driving force behind a remarkable turnover of Rs 10 crore last year. Seeing our creations adorn the likes of Abhay Deol, Riteish Deshmukh, Saqib Saleem, Rajkummar Rao, Sunny Kaushal, Rana Duggabati, and many more celebrities is not just a victory but a symbol of the dreams that we dared to dream,” says Ravi Gupta the Creative Director & Designer of Gargee Designers.

From Humble Start to Thriving Success

“The incredible journey of Milap Cosmetics is proof that commitment, dedication, passion, and innovation are all you need to become extraordinary in life. We started our journey with a sindoor and today we stand with a diverse portfolio of 700+ distinct SKUs across 19 categories. The heart of our success lies in the trust of our customers, and it is their support that has pushed Milap to an impressive average year-over-year growth of 37%. As the Director of Milap Cosmetics, I find inspiration in our journey and the challenges we’ve overcome. And on this Entrepreneurship Day, I urge every aspiring entrepreneur to embrace challenges, celebrate diversity, and persistently innovate,” says Mr Sachin Chadha, the Director of Milap Cosmetics.

Nitin Godawat, Managing Director, CREST Olympiads

Happy Entrepreneurship Day to my fellow entrepreneurs and aspiring ones! Today, let’s celebrate the spirit of innovation, courage and determination that drives entrepreneurs. In my opinion, entrepreneurship is about turning dreams into reality, building an all-round personality and fuelling the country’s economic engine. On this day, I also ask for a better eco-system from the Government and support from society.
A few words of wisdom for the ones who would like to embrace entrepreneurship – a) do not copy an existing idea, identify a gap and fill that up
b) build a strong team
c) initially invest your own funds rather than depending on investor money
d) stay focused, solve one problem at a time
e) take care of financials.
People will be willing to pay for your service or product if it
a) is cheaper, faster and better, and
b) adds value to people’s lives.
Keep innovating, keep creating, and keep inspiring!

In the end, Entrepreneurship Day is the day when we celebrate the risk-takers, the visionaries, and the dream chasers. The stories provided by industry leaders continue to illuminate the path for young entrepreneurs, emphasizing that no dream is too brave and no journey too difficult.