Forbes, renowned for its recognition of young trailblazers, has released the ninth edition of its prestigious “30 Under 30 Asia” list on Thursday, May 16. This list celebrates 300 exceptional individuals under the age of 30 who are reshaping industries across the Asia-Pacific region. Among the honourees, a distinguished group of Indian entrepreneurs has emerged in the Enterprise Technology category, underscoring the nation’s growing tech prowess and innovative spirit. Here are the standout individuals and their ventures:
Kunal Aggarwal, Founder of Credflow
In 2019, 27-year-old Kunal Aggarwal launched Credflow, a venture focused on crafting cashflow management software. Credflow aids small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by analyzing business data, automating payment reminders, and extending credit lines based on cashflow strength. With approximately $9 million in funding from investors such as Stellaris Venture Partners and Omidyar Network India, Credflow is well-positioned for further growth.
Mukul Anand, Co-founder of Rehook.ai
Mukul Anand, 26, co-founded Rehook.ai in 2021. This Bangalore-based startup leverages AI to create personalized customer promotion campaigns, offering data analytics and tailored discounts. In 2022, Rehook.ai secured nearly $2 million in pre-seed funding from investors including Beenext and Y Combinator.
Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma, Co-founders of Blitz
Established in 2020, Blitz, formerly known as Grow Simplee, revolutionizes logistics with same- or next-day delivery services. This Gurugram-based startup, co-founded by Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma, 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, Co-founders of Crib
Crib, founded in 2021 by Archit Chauhan, Shaifali Jain, and Sunny Garg, 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, 25, founded Alwrite in 2022, pioneering digital solutions for India’s insurance sector. Alwrite leverages machine learning for cost-benefit analysis, risk evaluation, and product development. The startup secured over $1 million in angel funding, with support from Pidilite Industries’ executive vice chairman Apurva Parekh.
Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak, Co-founders of Induced
In 2023, Aryan Sharma and Ayush Pathak launched Induced, a startup focused 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, Co-founders of Locale.ai
Founded in 2019, Locale.ai by Aditi Sinha and Rishabh Jain 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, Co-founder of Supplynote
Harshit Mittal, 29, co-founded Supplynote, a management software platform 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, Co-founders of GigaML
GigaML, founded in 2023 by Esha Manideep Dinne and Varun Vummadi, 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, Co-founders 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 offers customized interfaces and tailored promotional campaigns.
Smarthveer Sidana, Founder of HireQuotient
Smarthveer Sidana, 28, leads HireQuotient, a Singapore-based startup revolutionizing human resources with AI-driven candidate filtering and tailored interview processes. With close to $3 million in funding, HireQuotient has attracted support from industry veterans like Flipkart founder Binny Bansal and Peer Capital founder Rohit M A.
These dynamic young entrepreneurs exemplify the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit flourishing in India’s tech sector. Their inclusion in Forbes’ “30 Under 30 Asia” list not only highlights their individual achievements but also reflects the broader trends shaping the future of enterprise technology in the region.
