Mahesh Gogineni, a prominent Indian entrepreneur, has established himself in the tech and startup world with ventures such as Gifskey and Wysh. With a strong academic background, Mahesh holds an MSc and MMS in Finance and Management from BITS Pilani, an MSc in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics, and an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
A Dynamic Career Path in Tech and Startups
Mahesh’s career began in 2008 with VANPIC Projects Pvt Ltd, following internships at Microsoft and HCL Technologies. He co-founded innovative startups like Gifskey and Wysh, a platform that enables two-way engagement and personalized video requests. Hailing from a distinguished family, Mahesh is the great-grandson of N.G. Ranga, a prominent parliamentarian, and the son of Suguna and Dr. Kamalendra Gogineni, who have been key figures in his life and career.
Personal Life and Legacy
Mahesh is married to Lakshmi Venu, the daughter of Venu Srinivasan, chairman of TVS Motor Company, whose net worth is estimated at Rs 38,690 crore, according to Forbes. The couple married in a lavish ceremony in Jodhpur in 2018.
Lakshmi Venu’s Leadership in the Automotive Sector
Lakshmi Venu has made her own mark in the automotive industry. As the Managing Director of TVS Holdings Ltd, a leading Chennai-based automotive components company with a market cap of Rs 27,810 crore, she plays a vital role in shaping the company’s future. Lakshmi was promoted to Managing Director in 2022, after serving as Joint Managing Director since 2010.
