In this episode of ET Circle, Manish Kejriwal, Founder of Kedaara Capital, delves into the foundational pillars of trust, mentorship, and integrity within private equity. Kejriwal emphasises trust as essential for enduring relationships and performance. Aspiring fund managers should prioritise credibility and performance while nurturing mentorship and ethical conduct, Kejriwal advocates. From distinguishing venture capital and private equity strategies to fostering cultural integrity within Kedaara, Kejriwal s insights span a wide spectrum He envisions a future where private equity drives innovation and sustainable growth, emphasising responsible investing practices amidst evolving market dynamics.
Dive into the intricate tapestry of history, heritage, and culture, as William Bissell, Managing Director of Fabindia, shares an incredible journey of building Fabindia as an Indian lifestyle brand selling crafts-based products. In this episode of the ET Circle multimedia series, Bissells likens retailing to elections, shares his vision for Fabindia to be a deep moat monopoly, and explains why generalisation is a red flag for him. Discover how Bissells family traces its roots back to Indias freedom struggle and how his parents adherence to Gandhian ideology significantly influenced his core beliefs, now reflected in Fabindias framework.
In the third episode of ET Circle, Ashish Dhawan, Founder of The Convergence Foundation, unravelled his versatile vision for the nation, underpinning his biggest hopes for economic prosperity for all and greater female labour force participation. Read on to discover what propelled this former successful investor to turn towards philanthropy, aligning with his values of creating a legacy through social impact and leveraging the power of education to transform individuals and societies. Discover his success mantras and the principles of mastering the art of conviction.
In the second episode of the ET Circle multimedia series, Kunal Shah, the Founder of CRED, shares some profound yet distilled insights into building products and businesses, how not to get tied by social constructs, and how to balance established knowledge with innovation. Discover fascinating facets of his ever-curious mind and glean wisdom from Shahs multifaceted outlook.
The ET Circle video series, unveiling the untold stories of some of Indias top business leaders, kickstarts with its maiden episode featuring the Chairman of Dalmia Group Holdings, Gaurav Dalmia. The veteran investor delves deep into his diverse readings, myriad inspirations and core values that have shaped his founding principles, unorthodox thinking and passionate endeavours.