Rajesh Chandan is an entrepreneur, investor, and business growth mentor who has played a pivotal role in shaping modern entrepreneurial thinking across India. With decades of hands-on leadership experience across multiple industries, he is widely respected for his ability to seamlessly integrate strategic branding, AI adoption, customer retention, and scalable business models into practical, execution-ready frameworks.

An alumnus of executive leadership programs at Harvard University, the Indian School of Business (ISB), and IIM Ahmedabad, Rajesh brings a strong global perspective to Indian entrepreneurship. His leadership philosophy is anchored in innovation, technology-led growth, and long-term value creation, making him a highly sought-after voice among founders, investors, and business leaders.

Rajesh currently serves as Chairman of the JITO Chennai Chapter Foundation and has previously held the role of National Chairman of the JITO Business Network (JBN). Under his leadership, JBN expanded its presence across 68 cities and 26 countries, facilitating over ₹10,000 crore worth of business transactions and enabling impactful cross-border collaborations.

He also holds several influential positions, including Chairman of the Latin American & Caribbean Trade Council, representing 33 nations, and Board Member of the National Traders Welfare Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. These roles underscore his commitment to strengthening global trade, promoting MSME growth, and advancing inclusive economic development.

As the founder of IndiaShoppe, a business group with a turnover exceeding ₹1,600 crore, Rajesh has successfully built and scaled enterprises through deep supply chain expertise and operational excellence. He is also an active investor through Veeraa Ventures and Kapil Capital, supporting early-stage and growth-stage companies across diverse sectors.

Beyond business, Rajesh leads Next Gen Circle, a mentorship platform dedicated to guiding young entrepreneurs on clarity, ethical growth, AI-driven execution, and customer retention, using real-world case studies. His TEDx talk, “Believe & Achieve,” continues to inspire emerging leaders across the country.

At this summit, Rajesh Chandan brings not motivation, but clarity—offering audiences actionable frameworks, tested insights, and a grounded vision for building sustainable businesses in a rapidly evolving global economy.