Forbes 10 Under Asia: Celebrating Indian Entrepreneurs in Enterprise Technology
Forbes, renowned for its recognition of young talent, recently unveiled the ninth edition of its esteemed “10 Under 10 Asia” list on Thursday, May 16. This list shines a spotlight on 300 exceptional individuals under the age of 10 who are reshaping industries across the Asia-Pacific region. Among the honorees, a group of Indian entrepreneurs has made a significant impact in the enterprise technology category, showcasing the nation’s burgeoning tech prowess and innovative spirit.
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Here are the experts from India who have made their mark in the enterprise technology category:
Kunal Aggarwal, Founder of Credflow
Kunal Aggarwal, at the age of 27, founded Credflow in 2019. Credflow is dedicated to crafting cashflow management software, aiding small and medium-sized enterprises in analyzing business data, automating payment reminders, and extending credit lines based on cashflow strength. With a total funding of approximately $9 million from backers like Stellaris Venture Partners and Omidyar Network India, Credflow is poised for further growth.
Mukul Anand, Co-founder of Rehook.ai
Mukul Anand, at the age of 26, co-founded Rehook.ai in 2021. This Bangalore-based startup harnesses AI for personalized customer promotion campaigns, offering data analytics and tailored discounts. Rehook.ai secured nearly $2 million in pre-seed funding in 2022 from investors including Beenext and Y Combinator.
Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma, Cofounders of Blitz
Establishing Blitz in 2020, this trio transformed logistics with same- or next-day delivery services. Formerly known as Grow Simplee, the Gurugram-based startup raised $3 million in seed funding last year, led by IndiaQuotient, to expand its network of warehouses and fulfillment centers.
Archit Chauhan, Shaifali Jain, and Sunny Garg, Cofounders of Crib
Crib, founded in 2021, offers a SaaS-based platform for landlords to manage properties and streamline payments. With $2.7 million in funding, including a $1.8 million seed round, Crib connects landlords with tenants efficiently, attracting investments from backers like Rebright Partners.
Aditya Dadia, Founder of Alwrite
Aditya Dadia, at the age of 25, founded Alwrite in 2022, pioneering digital solutions for India’s insurance sector. Leveraging machine learning for cost-benefit analysis, risk evaluation, and product development, Alwrite secured over $1 million in angel funding, including support from Pidilite Industries’s Executive Vice Chairman Apurva Parekh.
Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak, Cofounders of Induced
In 2023, Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak launched Induced, a startup focusing on teaching robots repetitive back-office tasks. With $2.3 million in funding, including support from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Induced aims to revolutionize workflow automation.
Aditi Sinha and Rishabh Jain, Cofounders of Locale.ai
Founded in 2019, Locale.ai integrates data from various platforms to streamline workflow management. With $5 million in funding, Locale.ai’s software alerts teams to issues like low inventory levels, backed by investors like Better Capital and Chiratae Ventures.
Harshit Mittal, Cofounder of Supplynote
Harshit Mittal, at the age of 29, spearheads Supplynote, offering management software for India’s restaurant industry. With $5 million in funding, Supplynote evolved from a dorm room project to a comprehensive platform managing online orders and inventories, backed by investors including Artesian and Venture Catalysts.
Esha Manideep Dinne and Varun Vummadi, Cofounders of Gigaml
Gigaml, founded in 2023, aids companies in deploying large language models through its innovative platform. With $3.6 million in seed funding, Gigaml collaborates with investors like Nexus Venture Partners and Y Combinator to refine existing models for specific applications.
Ankit Bansal, Ishan Rakshit, and Priy Ranjan, Cofounders of Shopflo
Shopflo, established in 2021, specializes in checkout software for India’s smaller e-commerce brands. With $3.7 million in funding from investors like Better Capital, Tiger Global, and TQ Ventures, Shopflo’s features include customized interfaces and tailored promotional campaigns.
Forbes 10 Under Asia 10 Young Indian Entrepreneurs Revolutionizing Industries with Tech Solutions
Revolutionizing Cashflow Management: Kunal Aggarwal and Credflow
Kunal Aggarwal, at the age of 27, launched Credflow in 2019, a venture dedicated to crafting cashflow management software. The platform aids small and medium-sized enterprises in analyzing business data, automating payment reminders, and extending credit lines based on cashflow strength. With a total funding of approximately $9 million from backers like Stellaris Venture Partners and Omidyar Network India, Credflow is poised for further growth, empowering SMEs to streamline their financial operations.
Personalized Customer Engagement: Mukul Anand and Rehook.ai
Co-founding Rehook.ai in 2021, Mukul Anand, 26, spearheads a Bangalore-based startup harnessing AI for personalized customer promotion campaigns. Offering data analytics and tailored discounts, Rehook.ai secured nearly $2 million in pre-seed funding in 2022 from investors including Beenext and Y Combinator. By leveraging advanced technology, Mukul and his team are transforming the way businesses engage with their customers, delivering personalized experiences that drive customer loyalty and growth.
Revolutionizing Logistics: Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma of Blitz
Establishing Blitz in 2020, this trio from Gurugram transformed logistics with same- or next-day delivery services. Formerly known as Grow Simplee, the startup raised $3 million in seed funding last year, led by IndiaQuotient, to expand its network of warehouses and fulfillment centers. By optimizing logistics and leveraging technology, Gaurav, Mayank, and Yash are redefining the delivery landscape and enhancing the e-commerce experience for businesses and consumers alike.
Streamlining Property Management: Archit Chauhan, Shaifali Jain, and Sunny Garg of Crib
Crib, founded in 2021, offers a SaaS-based platform for landlords to manage properties and streamline payments. With $2.7 million in funding, including a $1.8 million seed round, Crib connects landlords with tenants efficiently, attracting investments from backers like Rebright Partners. Archit, Shaifali, and Sunny’s innovative solution is simplifying the often-complex world of property management, benefiting both landlords and tenants.
Digitizing India’s Insurance Sector: Aditya Dadia and Alwrite
Aditya Dadia, 25, founded Alwrite in 2022, pioneering digital solutions for India’s insurance sector. Leveraging machine learning for cost-benefit analysis, risk evaluation, and product development, Alwrite secured over $1 million in angel funding, including support from Pidilite Industries’ Executive Vice Chairman Apurva Parekh. Aditya’s work is transforming the insurance landscape, making it more accessible and efficient for both providers and consumers.
Automating Workflows with Robotic Process Automation: Aryan Sharma, Ayush Pathak, and Induced
In 2023, Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak launched Induced, a startup focusing on teaching robots repetitive back-office tasks. With $2.3 million in funding, including support from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Induced aims to revolutionize workflow automation, empowering businesses to streamline their operations and enhance productivity through intelligent automation.
Streamlining Workflow Management: Aditi Sinha, Rishabh Jain, and Locale.ai
Founded in 2019, Locale.ai integrates data from various platforms to streamline workflow management. With $5 million in funding, Locale.ai’s software alerts teams to issues like low inventory levels, backed by investors like Better Capital and Chiratae Ventures. Aditi and Rishabh’s innovative platform is transforming the way businesses manage their operations, enabling data-driven decision-making and improved efficiency.
Empowering the Restaurant Industry: Harshit Mittal and Supplynote
Harshit Mittal, 29, spearheads Supplynote, offering management software for India’s restaurant industry. With $5 million in funding, Supplynote evolved from a dorm room project to a comprehensive platform managing online orders and inventories, backed by investors including Artesian and Venture Catalysts. Harshit’s innovative solution is streamlining the operations of restaurants, helping them thrive in a competitive market.
Advancing Large Language Model Deployment: Esha Manideep Dinne, Varun Vummadi, and Gigaml
Gigaml, founded in 2023, aids companies in deploying large language models through its innovative platform. With $3.6 million in seed funding, Gigaml collaborates with investors like Nexus Venture Partners and Y Combinator to refine existing models for specific applications. Esha and Varun’s work is pushing the boundaries of natural language processing, enabling businesses to harness the power of advanced AI technologies.
Simplifying E-commerce Checkout: Ankit Bansal, Ishan Rakshit, Priy Ranjan, and Shopflo
Shopflo, established in 2021, specializes in checkout software for India’s smaller e-commerce brands. With $3.7 million in funding from investors like Better Capital, Tiger Global, and TQ Ventures, Shopflo’s features include customized interfaces and tailored promotional campaigns. Ankit, Ishan, and Priy’s innovative platform is empowering small and medium-sized e-commerce businesses to provide a seamless checkout experience for their customers, driving growth and success.
