Episode 8: Gaurav VK Singhvi, Co-Founder of WeFounderCircle
06/06/24 • 31 min
Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient.
On today's episode from the line of social entrepreneurs, we have Gaurav VK Singhvi, who has transitioned from the corporate world to the thrilling realm of entrepreneurship. His inspiring journey is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference
Gaurav has left an indelible mark on the startup ecosystem as a Business Strategist, Serial Entrepreneur, Super Angel Investor, Startup Mentor, and Community Creator. With a keen eye for potential and a heart full of support, he has mentored over 20 aspiring entrepreneurs and invested in an impressive 122 startups.
Gaurav's resilience shines through in his role as Co-Founder of We Founder Circle, a global community of 14,900+ angel investors. This vibrant community has seen over 110+ successful startup investments, a testament to Gaurav's ability to bring people together and foster growth. But Gaurav's impact doesn't stop there. As an integral part of Avinya Ventures, a SEBI Regulated Early-Stage Venture Capital Fund, he supports innovative startups and creates an environment where cutting-edge solutions thrive. His involvement with Invstt Trust, a tech-enabled Angel Fund, further demonstrates his commitment to nurturing startups and onboarding High high-net-worth investors.
Gaurav's resilience extends beyond the startup world. As the National Director of Corporate Connections®️ (CC) - India | Sri Lanka | Nepal and the Executive Director of BNI - Greater Surat chapter, he has played a pivotal role in fostering connections and driving growth in these regions. Gaurav's entrepreneurial spirit is further exemplified through Gaurav Singhvi Ventures, a family office investment entity, and The Financial Supermarket, an India-focused 360° financial advisory group.
Despite his impressive professional achievements, Gaurav remains grounded and focused on personal growth. He prioritizes reading, meditation, and globetrotting as a means to maintain a balanced and resilient mindset.
Hit play to learn more about his journey as an entrepreneur
Discover the We founder Circle
Connect with Gaurav on LinkedIn
Connect with Dhruti on LinkedIn
Write to us at [email protected] and tell us what you thought about this episode.
Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
Write to us at [email protected] and tell us what you thought about this episode.
Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient.
On today's episode from the line of social entrepreneurs, we have Gaurav VK Singhvi, who has transitioned from the corporate world to the thrilling realm of entrepreneurship. His inspiring journey is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference
Gaurav has left an indelible mark on the startup ecosystem as a Business Strategist, Serial Entrepreneur, Super Angel Investor, Startup Mentor, and Community Creator. With a keen eye for potential and a heart full of support, he has mentored over 20 aspiring entrepreneurs and invested in an impressive 122 startups.
Gaurav's resilience shines through in his role as Co-Founder of We Founder Circle, a global community of 14,900+ angel investors. This vibrant community has seen over 110+ successful startup investments, a testament to Gaurav's ability to bring people together and foster growth. But Gaurav's impact doesn't stop there. As an integral part of Avinya Ventures, a SEBI Regulated Early-Stage Venture Capital Fund, he supports innovative startups and creates an environment where cutting-edge solutions thrive. His involvement with Invstt Trust, a tech-enabled Angel Fund, further demonstrates his commitment to nurturing startups and onboarding High high-net-worth investors.
Gaurav's resilience extends beyond the startup world. As the National Director of Corporate Connections®️ (CC) - India | Sri Lanka | Nepal and the Executive Director of BNI - Greater Surat chapter, he has played a pivotal role in fostering connections and driving growth in these regions. Gaurav's entrepreneurial spirit is further exemplified through Gaurav Singhvi Ventures, a family office investment entity, and The Financial Supermarket, an India-focused 360° financial advisory group.
Despite his impressive professional achievements, Gaurav remains grounded and focused on personal growth. He prioritizes reading, meditation, and globetrotting as a means to maintain a balanced and resilient mindset.
Hit play to learn more about his journey as an entrepreneur
Discover the We founder Circle
Connect with Gaurav on LinkedIn
Connect with Dhruti on LinkedIn
Write to us at [email protected] and tell us what you thought about this episode.
Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
Write to us at [email protected] and tell us what you thought about this episode.
Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
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Episode 7: Stanzin Jorden & Thinles Norboo of Ladakh Basket
Welcome to ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’ podcast where every month, author and speaker, Dhruti Shah shares a new story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable by staying resilient.
As promised, today’s episode marks the opening of a brand-new Season 2 of ‘The Resilient Entrepreneur’. In this season, we will bring you stories of social entrepreneurs who are not just grappling with the challenges of a new start-up, but are also in the business of changing mindsets and impacting lives. They have taken the concept of big, hairy audacious goals to a whole new level!
Our guests on this first episode join us all the way from the beautiful town of Ladakh in northern India. They are the co-founders of a community-driven social enterprise that works with farmers, producers and craftspeople to showcase the exception products and heritage of the Ladakhi people and their land. This enterprise is Ladakh Basket and our guests are two of its co-founders, Stanzin Jorden and Thinles Norboo. The third co-founder of Ladakh Basket is Sonam Stanzin.
Ladakh Basket was the culmination of a successful mentoring partnership that Jorden, Thinles and Sonam participated in, with the UNDP Youth Co:Lab initiative which is considered the largest youth social entrepreneurship movement in Asia and the Pacific. Through this initiative, over 8,000 young entrepreneurs have benefited, by developing or improving nearly 1,000 enterprises and startups directly addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Ladakh Basket is on a mission to be sustainable and eco-friendly by promoting reusable and recyclable packaging with a design element representing the culture and heritage of Ladakh.
Hit play to discover the story behind Ladakh Basket!
Discover Ladakh Basket at https://ladakhbasket.com/
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Connect with Thinles on Instagram
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Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
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Episode 9: Story of the 'Clothing Man' Anshu Gupta, Co-founder of Goonj
Join us as we welcome Anshu Gupta, the visionary co-founder of Goonj and the man known across India as the Clothing Man. In 1999, Anshu left a promising corporate career to address a glaring gap in development work: the basic need for clothing. Along with his wife Meenakshi, who co-founded Goonj, they started with just 67 items of clothing from their home.
Over the past 24 years, Goonj has grown into a transformative force impacting thousands of communities across 27 states, addressing issues from water and sanitation to menstrual hygiene, education, and disaster response, redefining the culture of giving and disaster preparedness in India.
Anshu's journey is marked by numerous accolades, including the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award. His latest initiative, ‘Gram Swabhimaan,’ focuses on restoring dignity and self-respect to marginalized communities. Beyond their work with Goonj, Anshu and Meenakshi are celebrated speakers at global forums like TED and the World Economic Forum.
Anshu is also a poet, photographer, and the host of ‘Adda with Anshu.’ Their storytelling and innovative approach to social issues continue to inspire and mobilize action.
Tune in to hear Anshu Gupta's incredible journey and insights on making a tangible difference in the world.
Discover the Goonj
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Connect with Dhruti on LinkedInWrite to us at [email protected] and tell us what you thought about this episode.
Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
Write to us at [email protected] and tell us what you thought about this episode.
Brought to you by the team at C2C Organizational Development, a firm that supports companies in bringing people and strategy together.
Resilience with Dhruti Shah - Episode 8: Gaurav VK Singhvi, Co-Founder of WeFounderCircle
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(Transcribed by TurboScribe.ai. Go Unlimited to remove this message.) Hello there, thank you for tuning in. This is Dhruti Shah and welcome to the Resilient Entrepreneur podcast, where every month I bring to you the story of an entrepreneur who has proven to be unstoppable because they are resilient.
This podcast is a culmination of my own story of resilience. As someone who taught herself early on to be mentally tough, I came to realiz
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