10 Visionaries Who Are Shaping the Future of Indian Business

18 July,2025 03:09 PM IST |  Mumbai  | 

10 Visionaries Shaping the Future of Indian Business


1. Mohammad Zaid Khan
Mohammad Zaid Khan, the dynamic founder and CEO of Zedital Media Pvt. Ltd., stands at the forefront of India's digital transformation. At just 24 years old, Khan has swiftly established himself as a visionary entrepreneur, marketing strategist, business consultant and speaker renowned for his innovative approach to empowering businesses. Under his astute leadership, Zedital Media, with its presence across major Indian cities, has become a leading force in digital marketing, delivering cutting-edge solutions for high-profile clients, unicorn startups, and MSMEs.

Khan's journey, famously chronicled as "The Wolf of Indian Street," is a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit, having pivoted from a journalism background to build a successful empire. His strategic acumen in reputation management, branding, meme marketing and viral content distribution has driven exponential growth for numerous brands. Recognised as the "Youngest Entrepreneur of Uttarakhand" and recently honoured with the "Bharat Vibhushan Puraskar 2024", Mohammad Zaid Khan is not just shaping the future of digital marketing but also actively mentoring the next generation of business leaders. His relentless pursuit of innovation makes him a true architect of India's evolving business future.

2. Lalit Sharma
Lalit Sharma, a remarkable personality in the Digital Marketing industry, stands out as a leading visionary, driving innovation and growth in India's business landscape. As a Founder, CEO, and Managing Director of Ethane Web Technologies Pvt. Ltd. a.k.a Ranking By SEO, Mr. Sharma has been revolutionizing the way businesses approach online marketing. He excels in leveraging his deep understanding of search engine algorithms and is a skilled expert in organic and paid marketing, social media, advertising, and beyond.

His exceptional contribution in making Ranking By SEO one of India's leading digital marketing agencies is indisputable. Founded in 2010, the agency has partnered with thousands of top-rated global companies like Angle One, WinZo, Lotus Herbals, TATA Cliq, Atlantica Coffee, and more. With a passion for empowering India's Digital dreams and a vision for a thriving online landscape, Mr. Lalit Sharma has been inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs and shaping the future of Indian business since the past 18 years. As a trailblazing leader, Lalit Sharma paves his own path in today's ever-evolving digital age with his strategic brilliance.

3. Gaurav Kumar
Gaurav Kumar Tripathi is the co-founder of Youthtech Solutions, a Web Design, Development, and Digital Marketing company known for delivering agile, results-driven solutions. A passionate developer and young entrepreneur, Gaurav fuses hands-on technical expertise with visionary business strategy to drive innovation across industries.

From crafting sleek websites to streamlining backend systems, his development skills anchor the agency's tech-first approach. At Youthtech Solutions, he plays a key role in scaling brands by blending digital creativity with data-powered performance marketing.

Gaurav's leadership has helped position the company as a go-to partner for startups and growing businesses seeking customized, future-ready solutions. With an eye for talent and a passion for emerging tech, he actively nurtures a culture of continuous learning and smart problem-solving.

4. Jigar Saraswat
Jigar Saraswat, founder of Rajasi Media, is transforming how brands grow digitally through expert link-building, digital marketing, SEO and top-tier content writing services. Backed by a team of professional, passionate, and seasoned writers across niches like fashion, IT, fitness, news, and blogs, Rajasi Media stands out as one of India's top content-writing companies with best medical writers in India. It is particularly acclaimed for its remarkable medical writing, boasting a leading team of researchers and writers managing high-level corporate medical content. The company thrives on a reputation built on quality, strategy, and results, thanks to Kutchi Saraswat Jigar and his Rajasi Media's expert team, who continues to help brands build powerful digital identities, driving impactful online visibility.

5. Kushagra and Raj Khandelwal
Meet Kushagra and Raj Khandelwal, the brothers behind Not That High (NTH) - a breakthrough party product brand from tier-2 India that's powering some of the country's most talked-about concerts and live experiences. Their flagship product? Smart LED wristbands that light up crowds, pulse to music, and elevate the entire vibe of an event.

From the WPL Final to AP Dhillon's and Sunidhi Chauhan's shows, NTH has worked with leading event organizers while staying entirely bootstrapped and founder-led. The brand blends fashion, emotion, and technology to turn ordinary events into unforgettable spectacles.

NTH is now scaling its presence in the D2C space, offering immersive kits for weddings, birthdays, and festivals - making celebration more interactive and meaningful. Their bold design language, Gen Z appeal, and cultural insight make NTH one of India's most exciting new-age brands.

6. Rizwan Shaikh
As the Founder of Knock The Builder, Rizwan Shaikh is changing how India builds, designs, and collaborates - one immersive project at a time. At the core of his mission is the seamless integration of Virtual Reality (VR) into the fields of Architecture, Interior Design, and Construction Management.With a background rooted in both creative vision and technical execution, Rizwan empowers clients to virtually experience their homes, offices, and commercial spaces before construction begins. His platform enables interactive 3D walkthroughs, real-time design alterations, and smart visual planning - reducing miscommunication and costly rework.

Knock The Builder also integrates VR with Building Information Modeling (BIM) to enhance construction logistics, safety training, and workflow accuracy. This positions Rizwan at the forefront of a new wave in India's AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) landscape - where technology meets tangible outcomes. A firm believer that VR is not a luxury but a strategic necessity, Rizwan Shaikh is helping India's architects, designers, and developers embrace a future where vision, execution, and experience are fully aligned.

7. Atul Kalita
Vow Bliss is a premium fashion and wearable accessories brand founded in 2025 by Atul Kalita, a seasoned Digital Marketer with over 7 years of experience in e-commerce, branding, and digital strategy. Headquartered at SCO No. 855-B, 1st Floor, NAC, Manimajra, Chandigarh (U.T) 160101, Vow Bliss is a registered entity with GST No: 04CAJPK4510J1ZW and proudly holds a Trademark and Udyam Certification from the Government of India.

The brand specializes in men's and women's fashion accessories, offering timeless pieces that blend modern elegance with everyday wearability. Since its official launch in May 2025, Vow Bliss has been on a mission to redefine accessible luxury for the fashion-forward generation through its online store - www.vowbliss.com

Backed by Atul Kalita's deep expertise in digital marketing and brand growth, Vow Bliss stands committed to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, carving a bold presence in India's growing D2C fashion market.

8. Richi Bhargava
Richi Bhargava, the Founder and CEO of Richirich Global Solutions Private Limited, is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience across the real estate industry-spanning commercial, and agricultural sectors, including specialized expertise in agricultural land development. Known for her sharp insight and hands-on expertise, Richi has built a reputation as a trusted name in real estate and business consultancy.

Through Richirich Global, she has created a one-stop destination for expert solutions in Legal, Real Estate, Tender, Investment advisory, and Agricultural Land Development-complemented by dependable on-ground services such as Asset Management, O&M, and advanced machine-based Cleaning Solutions.

Richi's leadership is rooted in professionalism, precision, and an unwavering commitment to accountability. Her ability to bridge strategic vision with operational execution has positioned Richirich Global as a go-to partner for businesses, institutions, and government agencies alike.

With Richi Bhargava at the helm, the brand continues to drive meaningful impact and sustainable growth across India.

9. Gaurav Pancharia
Gaurav Pancharia, Founder and CEO of Djura Labs Pvt. Ltd., is disrupting the home loan and retail banking ecosystem through his new platform BankSevaKendra.com. An alumnus of the London School of Economics and IIM Bangalore, Gaurav has over 7 years of experience as a consultant with Bank of Baroda, where he earned multiple awards as a top business performer. With BankSeva Kendra, he aims to build India's first neutral platform connecting customers with multiple banks and NBFCs-simplifying access to home loans and retail financial products with transparency and trust.

10. Jitesh Tilwani
Jitesh Tilwani is the founder of Examplad Media, a top digital PR agency in India that helps brands build real visibility and trust online. With a strong grasp of media, SEO, and storytelling, Jitesh has positioned hundreds of startups, entrepreneurs, and businesses in front of the right audience. He's known for crafting narratives that actually get picked up not fluff, but sharp, relevant stories that land in leading publications. His belief is simple: good PR is not just about features, it's about brand positioning. Under his leadership, Examplad Media has become the go-to agency for brands that want impactful digital PR. Jitesh's focus remains clear helping clients be seen, trusted, and remembered for the right reasons.

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