As a child,
Vidhi Singhal was very passionate about fashion. In fact, in 2017, she quit her corporate job to start
The August Company a sustainable fashion startup in Bengaluru. But after reading about the kind of pollution in the earth and the need for sustainability, she wanted to do more than just make money.
To further that mission, the startup is now working on the
three pillars of sustainability social, economic, and environmental. The August Company’s workforce comprises
90 percent of women. In fact, it pays fair wages and fixed salaries to all its employees. The startup ensures its products are environment-friendly and makes accessories with remnant fabrics. It also uses
‘It s not about ideas, it s about making ideas happen’ – 30 quotes of the week from Indian startup journeys
From idea to investment, witness the memorable journey of Indian entrepreneurship in these quotes, excerpts and stories!
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