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Business Name: Product Teacher Name: Clement Kao Location: Irvine, California Establishment (Year): 2021 Category / Industry: 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 Sub Category / Sub Industry: Product Management Coaching Number of employees: 1-10 employees Website URL: https://www.productteacher.com/ LinkedIn URL: LinkedIn Company Detail: Product Teacher is a product management education company. They serve three core customer segments: aspiring PMs, experienced PMs, and PM leaders. For aspiring product managers, including college students and working professionals, they provide on-demand video courses. Their investment thesis is to provide aspiring PMs with easily-accessible, low-cost, high-impact resources to help them break into product management. For experienced product managers (1 to 5+ years of product management work), they provide career coaching and upskilling resources. Their investment thesis is to empower experienced PMs with in-depth evergreen resources that they can use for the rest of their product careers. For PM leaders (directors of product, VPs of product, chief product officers, etc.), they provide group workshops for their teams. Their investment thesis is to provide targeted training to address skills / market mismatches in a way that doesn’t require product leaders to sacrifice their own valuable bandwidth. They’ve served product managers and product leaders from leading tech companies like Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, Twitter, Airbnb, Zoom, Adobe, and more. Specialization Product/Services: They provide self-paced courses that students can take on their own schedule. Their “PM Resume Course” has enabled product managers to secure PM interviews with leading companies like Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Amazon, and more. And, their “PM Interview Course” has enabled candidates to win PM job offers, in some cases earning 2-3x more than their previous compensation. Unique Value Proposition: Their product management coaching practice is rooted in deep first-hand experience. Their lead instructor Clement Kao has personally shipped 10 multimillion dollar B2B products as well as dozens of smaller products within 5 years, operating in highly-regulated verticals including real estate, mortgage, and consumer finance. Furthermore, Clement has coached product managers from Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Netflix, Twitter, Airbnb, Tesla, PayPal, Box, Zoom, Adobe, Uber, Lyft, Salesforce, Reddit, Okta, Redfin, etc. in his one-on-one coaching practice, with highly-positive testimonials from clients. Clement has won multiple awards in product management, such as “Alpha Product Management Leader Award”, “Gainsight Ones to Watch in Product-Led Growth Award,” and “Amplitude Product 50 Award.” In his work as an instructor, Clement has helped legacy IT teams make the leap to product management by providing a robust framework and associated OKRs to measure progress. Through Clement’s work, his clients have won significant praise for their newly-revamped product departments from end users, customers, internal stakeholders, and internal executives. And, Clement has helped leading digital product organizations solidify their best practices, enabling them to stay ahead of the competition and retain their top product management talent. As a small and nimble organization, Product Teacher moves significantly more quickly than competitors. They provide a higher degree of customization and configurability for their offerings than other providers in the space. Furthermore, they cover a wide range of product management topics, including product vision, product strategy, product execution, A/B testing, data analytics, accountability frameworks, agile/scrum, user interviews, stakeholder management, emotional intelligence, and more. As Clement has presented at dozens of conferences and events all over the world, his velocity for establishing curricula is unparalleled. Clement typically converts inbound topic requests into presentations within 2 weeks: in week 1 he establishes the outline for the topic of choice, and in week 2 he converts this outline into a final draft presentation. They also have a track record of collaborating with other professional development organizations to provide training. They’re more than happy to collaborate with any existing vendors to provide product management training, including both newly onboarded vendors and incumbents. Clement has also planned and executed both hackathons and pitch competitions. He can help set up these events for clients, and/or train product managers to run these events on their own. A customer’s review: Best value for the cost, Understands my needs Community / Society Service: They have signed on to the Pledge 1% commitment to formalize their continued investment in the product management ecosystem. They’re joining 15,000+ companies across 120+ countries to make the world a better place. By donating their products and their employee time, they seek to make a significant dent in the problem space of “making product management more inclusive.” Clement Kao has personally signed on to the Giving What They Can pledge to ensure that they are backing the organizations that will have the most impact in the world. He is joining 8,000+ others to donate a portion of my income to high-impact organizations. They’re also proud to share that they have partnered with Blacks in Technology Foundation to provide hundreds of free licenses of their PM resume course to Black professionals. Furthermore, through their charitable work, they have donated not just to the Blacks in Technology Foundation, but also to other worthy causes. Through the DonationMatch platform, they’ve provided thousands of dollars of product management educational resources to non-profits across multiple axes, including female empowerment, queer empowerment, and neurodiversity.

Business Name: SP Consulting Solutions LLC Name: Shruti S. Parekh Location: New York, NY Establishment (Year): 2019 Category / Industry: 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 Sub Category / Sub Industry: Business Service Number of employees: 1-10 employees Website URL: http://www.spconsultingsolutions.com/ LinkedIn URL: LinkedIn Company Detail: SPConsulting (SPC) is a growth stage start-up dedicated to helping executives, emerging leaders, and high potentials make effective career transitions. They pride themselves on serving as strategic partners through clients’ career moves while delivering a premium, highly customized client experience. Our services consist of executive coaching, career advisory, career planning, job search strategy, networking, brand development, experience mapping, interview preparation, offer negotiation, resume development, CV development, LinkedIn profile development, and LinkedIn profile optimization. SPC has a global footprint, and they are continuing to expand their client base to more countries and cities around the world. To date, they have serviced clients in Mumbai, Dubai, London, Amsterdam, Istanbul, New York City, Atlanta, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Honolulu among other major cities. They work with clients from Fortune 500 to start-ups across a variety of industries including financial services, professional services, technology, CPG, advertising, sales, retail, and non-profit. With nearly a 100% success rate, their clients have secured roles at organizations such as Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, Charles Schwab, JPMorgan Chase, American Express, Bloomberg, CapitalOne, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Microsoft, VMWare, and eHealth. Specialization Product/Services: Career Planning Job Search Strategy and Approach Networking Create Brand Strategy Create Content Strategy Development of Resume and Resume Coaching Development of LinkedIn Profile and LinkedIn Coaching Development of Elevator Pitch Development of Cover Letter, Bios, etc Coahing for Interviewing Coaching for Negotiating Offers Experience Mapping Advisory and Coaching Sessions Career Consultations Unique Value Proposition: SPC differs from other competitors due to the following factors: SPConsulting's unique selling proposition is their white glove service and personalized approach to career services. Unlike other firms that offer cookie-cutter solutions, they take the time to get to know each client and their unique needs and goals. This allows us to tailor our services and provide personalized guidance that meets each client's specific needs.​ SPConsulting's competitive advantage is their team of experienced and knowledgeable career coaches. Their team has a proven track record of success in helping clients achieve their career goals. They stay up-to-date with the latest job market trends and hiring practices, which allows them to provide clients with the most relevant and effective guidance.​ SPConsulting's brand personality is warm, approachable, and empathetic. They understand that job searching can be stressful, so we strive to create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere that puts their clients at ease. They communicate in a clear and straightforward manner, avoiding technical jargon that might confuse clients.​ These three key components allow SPC Consulting to differentiate themselves from their competitors and position themselves as the go-to career services firm for clients in executive roles. A customer’s review: Best Service, Understands their needs, Most innovative products/services Community / Society Service: Community & Society: - SPC gives back to the community and society in a variety of ways. A few highlights include: - Donations to Turkey for recovery from recent earthquake - Complimentary career coaching (97 Hours, $20,555, 50 individuals) - Helping women and minorities move into senior leadership roles - Helping women and minorities get fair / equal pay Employees: - SPC places a high value on its employees. Every voice is respected, and there are abundant chances for personal and professional development. Employees are provided with exceptional training and mentoring from day one. In addition to prioritizing work-life balance, the company offers flexible working hours. SPC is guided by a commitment to employee well-being, mirroring how it serves its clients. Employees are embraced by a warm, friendly and accessible work environment, creating a space where employees feel cherished and acknowledged. Customer: - SPC gives back to clients by offering its top-tier service. SPC works to enhance each individual client’s professional journeys, enabling them to pursue and achieve their highest aspirations. SPC works in close collaboration with each client to ensure the clients have a deep understanding of their market value, allowing and encouraging them to transform their career through career development, coaching sessions, enhancements to client’s professional brand (Resume/CV/LinkedIn Profile), and providing clear guidance and strategies to make an impact on the marketplace aligned with their personal goals. Association: - The CEO (Shruti Parekh) of SPC gives back to associations in several ways: - Shruti serves as a Board Member for Hue. Hue is a culture and community platform with a mission to amplify voices and pave paths for Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC). She acts as a dedicated career coach for the Hue community​. Additionally, she hosts 5-minute ‘’career talk’’ with career tips, trends, and insights during bi-weekly Wednesday Wellth sessions​ and provides ongoing career guidance through Wednesday Wellth and 1:1 coaching sessions. SPC provides ​a discount on career services to members and supporters of Hue. - Shruti additionally presented to the University of Kansans - Communications Honor Society on Job Searching in A Virtual World in April of 2020 during the global pandemic. Knowledge Sharing: - SPC is constantly knowledge sharing across various platforms. This includes via coaching sessions with clients, social media platforms, such as Facebook and LinkedIn, and via the SPC website. In addition, SPCs CEO (Shruti Parekh) presented on Preparing for an Executive Job Search to the Leadership team of a business unit at SITA in April of 2022. Job opportunities - Provided jobs to interns in 2020 during covid when no one was hiring (especially not students / recent grads) - Providing jobs to working mothers looking for flexibility while also contributing to the workforce

Business Name: RevSherpas Name: Kevin Wessels Location: Houston Establishment (Year): 2020 Category / Industry: 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 Sub Category / Sub Industry: Business Advisor / Consultant Number of employees: 1-10 employees Website URL: https://RevSherpas.com LinkedIn URL: LinkedIn Company Detail: RevSherpas is a revenue growth acceleration consulting and sales coaching firm. They help founders and their B2B sales teams attract, find, and win more premium and repeat customers with greater ease and consistency using their proprietary Client Connect!™ formula. Specialization Product/Services: They specialize in Customer Acquisition Strategy, Sales Process Improvement, Sales Performance Training, Sales Coaching, Start-up Business Coaching, Global Market Expansion Plans, and Business Exit Planning. Unique Value Proposition: They’re all about delivering rapid results! For instance, their average client annualized revenue growth rate is over 200%. Additionally, their clients increase their sales closing ratio by 32% and they reduce their sales cycle length by 21% on average. Plus, as a boutique consultancy, they’re able to provide a more personalized level of service. Their client family members work directly with the Founder as opposed to junior consultants who are just learning the ropes and getting on-the-job training at the client's expense. A customer’s review: Reliable products/services, Best Service, Understands my needs Community / Society Service: They are mentors to aspiring or early-stage entrepreneurs in the Houston metropolitan area and they provide internships to college students. They also actively support the University of Houston Children's Learning Centers and their local Girl Scouts and Girls on the Run chapters.

Business Name: Forge Workspace LLC (DBA Forge) Name: Kim Lee Location: Birmingham, AL Establishment (Year): 2017 Category / Industry: 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 Sub Category / Sub Industry: Coworking Number of employees: 1-10 employees Website URL: workatforge.com LinkedIn URL: LinkedIn | LinkedIn Company Detail: Forge is a coworking space located in Birmingham, Al. They are a membership based business offering open workspace, Private Offices, Private Desks as well as Conference Rooms and Event Space Rentals. Specialization Product/Services: They are a coworking space, so they provide internet and different types of spaces for people to do their work. However, they really view themselves as a hospitality business and they are in the business of growing businesses. They do this by serving, equipping and connecting their members in order to grow their business and impact their surrounding businesses. Unique Value Proposition: They have created a beautiful space that provides various different ways for people to work so that they are the best product. However, the magic of Forge is really their community. This is how their members feel connected to each other and where their businesses are impacted by being members at Forge. Their members support each other, work on projects together, hire each other and each other's biggest cheerleaders! They have created a community of diverse small business owners and remote workers who are all dedicated and passionate about seeing businesses thrive (their own included!). A customer’s review: Best Service Community / Society Service: While they do sell memberships to thier space, they are very passionate about growing businesses in all of Birmingham. They have multiple events throughout the month that are open and free to anyone in their city. These events focus on networking, education, founder stories, and encouragement for business owners and entrepreneurs! They also have a Free Friday once a month in order to include those in their ecosystem who are not yet in a place to pay monthly for a membership, but still want to be a part of their Forge community. Their Founder serves on the Executive Board of Tech Birmingham and on the Birmingham Small Business Council, which allows them to be very involved and support the entrepreneurial community in Birmingham by opening their space and services for multiple events throughout the year. Their Founder is also on the Advisory Board of the Global Workspace Association (our industry organization) where they serve the larger coworking community with their time, resources and knowledge. At Forge they are in the business of growing businesses. They dedicate a lot of our time to making resources available for those not yet able to afford our services but are working very hard to grow their business!

Business Name: Maturi Name: Morris Litvak Location: Sao Paulo Establishment (Year): 2015 Category / Industry: 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 Sub Category / Sub Industry: Business Service Number of employees: 1-10 employees Website URL: https://www.maturi.com.br/ LinkedIn URL: Linkedin Company Detail: Maturi, a Brazil-based startup founded in 2015, initially known as MaturiJobs. They focus on addressing the needs of the 50+ demographic, particularly in the job market. As a social impact enterprise, they serve as a significant reference on age diversity within Brazil and beyond. Specialization Product/Services: Their main offerings include job listings, workshops, and courses specifically tailored for the older demographic. They also provide consultation services to companies aiming to understand and tap into the potential of the 50+ age group. Unique Value Proposition: Their unique value proposition lies in their specialized focus on the 50+ demographic, a group often overlooked in today's fast-paced digital society. They harness deep insights and data to help companies and job seekers alike make informed decisions. Their efforts aren't just business; they're a movement towards reshaping how society views aging and work, drawing upon decades of collective experience and wisdom. A customer’s review: Reliable products/services, Best Service, Understands my needs Community / Society Service: Reliable products/services, Best Service, Understands my needs

Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Shruti Mehrotra: My passion for travel was nurtured from a young age, having spent a few years growing up in the Fiji Islands before moving back to India and then moving around within India every few years along with my parents due to the nature of my father’s job. To this day travel continues to be a very important part of me and has shaped a lot of my perspectives. Like my customers today, I have also been through the phase of wanting to travel but not having enough funds, a sentiment shared by most of my peers, friends and family. Professionally, I have seventeen years' experience in financial services including six in investing at Multiples Private Equity and Astro Capital. I was fortunate to be a part of the investment team at Multiples Private Equity at a time when online travel was emerging in India and got to understand the travel industry and business models from close quarters. This was also the time when the Government of India had launched the UDAN initiative, aiming to ensure that the common man of India can fly by launching airports across the length and breadth of India. However, while innovation was happening in travel, nobody was solving for the financing problem. While online travel bookings were becoming commonplace in Tier 1 cities, Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities still grappled with limited financing options, foreign exchange markups, low travel insurance penetration, and the absence of travel-focused savings products. Many still see travel as a personal loan and as someone who understands the travel and finance industry very closely, I realized there was a lot of value being left on the table due to this perception. Recognizing these gaps, a growing demand from customers, and a commitment to enable people to explore the world by removing financial constraints, I saw an incredible opportunity. That’s when Mihuru was born! Great Companies: What are the various services provided by Mihuru? Shruti Mehrotra: Our key services include a travel credit line which is offered to travelers and a newly launched working capital facility offered to travel agents. Travelers benefit as they can afford trips which they could not before, choose flights over trains, upgrade their vacations, access credit even with no credit history and save up to 40% on travel costs. Travel agents benefit by avoiding the use of their own capital to address seasonal cash flow issues in the travel industry, while also increasing conversions by an average of 30% and boosting average booking sizes by 40%. Over time we will become a one stop destination for all travel financing needs of travelers as well as travel providers, offering them everything from loans to a digital piggybank, insurance, visa and a host of other travel financing related services. Great Companies: What makes Mihuru different from hundreds of other similar service providers? Shruti Mehrotra: Mihuru is the only travel focused lending service provider in India. Currently most generic service providers offer point of sale (POS) loans. However, when a traveler is deciding when and where to go, the question raised is where we should or can go in the budget we have. Our credit line provides visibility on budget availability to travelers, helping them to make this decision. Having this knowledge provides travelers with peace of mind not just for their current booking but also their future bookings, helping us build lifelong relationships with our customers in contrast to the transactional approach of a loan. By focusing on the specific challenges encountered within the travel sector, creating solutions that consider factors like travel history, behavior, destination and purpose, and offering personalized plans to each traveler (e.g. book now pay before you fly or fly now pay later) we are also able to provide up to five times higher approval rates than the industry standard. Furthermore, backed by our technology, we are able to integrate with major travel companies to offer customers a truly seamless end-to-end application journey rather than a broken journey of being redirected to an external website like other service providers. All of this differentiates us from other service providers because our solutions are tailored to the unique needs of the travel industry and address the challenges of both travelers and travel providers. Great Companies: What were the struggles and challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? Shruti Mehrotra: In the early days, as a solo woman founder, I faced various challenges, including investor skepticism, limited access to networks, market resistance being a woman leader, and was met with multiple day-to-day challenges in terms of building the business. However, I remained focused on our goal of making travel accessible to all and dedicated time to building our team, technology and partnerships, ensuring I was always looking beyond the initial struggles. Being an alumna of the Kellogg School of Management (USA) and having spent 17 years in financial services across India and South East Asia, I was able to leverage my experience and network to face the challenges that came my way and build a team of individuals with a shared vision and extensive industry experience. This team has been a true pillar of growth for Mihuru. Throughout my entrepreneurial journey, I have always viewed challenges as chances to learn, adapt and innovate. No matter what the obstacle is, with the right mindset, dedication and determination we continue our advance towards our vision of making travel accessible for all. Great Companies: How do you plan to grow in the future? What does 5 years down the line look like for Mihuru? Shruti Mehrotra: Our vision is to become the preferred payment provider for travel across markets that we operate in; empowering travelers to travel more and enabling travel providers to grow their business through innovative financial solutions. 5 years down the line we will be a one-stop solution for all travel financing needs across India, Middle East and Africa, providing a bouquet of solutions to travel providers and travelers alike. Great Companies: If you had one piece of advice to someone just starting out, what would it be? Shruti Mehrotra: Your most important skill is going to be persuasion — you’ll need to convince people to buy from you, to work for you, to invest in your startup and so on. Do whatever it takes to learn the art of persuasion. Remember – you decided to build something because you see a future that others don’t, so you need to do a really good job making sure others are able to see what you see!

Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Danielle Naylor: My husband has a background in Audio Visual Production, and I have been an entrepreneur for over 15 years. During the pandemic, we experienced an impactful drop in in-person social events. We noticed many people scrambling to provide an alternative to staying connected while isolated. We started as a two-person team providing live stream hosting services to churches and non-profit organizations. Web Site : http://www.wheresmymeeting.com Social Media : Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram Great Companies: What are the various services provided by Where's My Meeting? Danielle Naylor: We provide high-quality audio/video equipment and staging and lighting equipment for conferences and events of all sizes. Great Companies: What makes Where's My Meeting different from hundreds of other similar service providers? Danielle Naylor: Our company is one of the few audio-visual companies that are woman-owned and black-owned. Because we have faced many adversaries during our journey, we must employ those who look like us, most notably those who look like me, creating a path for more women of color to enter the industry. Great Companies: What were the struggles and challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? Danielle Naylor: One of the struggles that we continue to face is trying to beat out our competitors. We are a small company. Many of our clients are used to working with large multi-million dollar businesses, knowing there may be some areas where we may need to catch up. Our clients continue to want to work with us because of our honest work and fair pricing. Great Companies: How do you plan to grow in the future? What does 5 years down the line look like for Where's My Meeting? Danielle Naylor: We are continuing to build our team of contractors. Soon, we will begin creating our fleet of delivery trucks to make our services more seamless. Great Companies: If you had one piece of advice to someone just starting out, what would it be? Danielle Naylor: Find opportunities to collaborate with people in the business or industry you are interested in working in. Web Site : http://www.wheresmymeeting.com Social Media : Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram

Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Shobha Narendrakumar: Well Starting a NGO was a dream from my college days . In a world where change is not just a possibility but a responsibility as well,I was very keen on starting up something which can help the future generations on the sustainability concept, CRDS Foundation has emerged with an objective of preserve, Promote & protect the heritage structures, environment and rural areas.. Mission is to touch 1000 heritage monuments and 10000 lives in Karnataka . WEB SITE : http://crdsfoundation.org Great Companies: What are the various services provided by Centre for Research and development on Sustainability? Shobha Narendrakumar: To Research and documentation on rich heritage structures in Karnataka , To empower communities with knowledge and practices that promote sustainability To conduct awareness on environment suitability through workshops, and project execution To give technical assistance to execute the 3P model for all the three verticals Great Companies: What makes Centre for Research and development on Sustainability different from hundreds of other similar service providers? Shobha Narendrakumar: We at CRDS have lots of members with varied expertise in the allied fields . We have Architects,Conservationists,Historians,economists,sociologists,government organisations, healthcare professionals, IT professionals who are contributing to the organisation with their knowledge and experience Great Companies: What were the struggles and challenges you faced and how did you overcome them Shobha Narendrakumar: The path to success is often paved with challenges. As a founder I did face my share of obstacles, including man power for working on the reach projects, acceptance by the people, end users and organisations, funding for your own interests and execution was quite challenging. However, these hurdles have strengthened over a period of time and we have lots of joined hands and funds for working on our mission Great Companies: How do you plan to grow in the future? What does 5 years down the line look like for Centre for Research and development on Sustainability? Shobha Narendrakumar: The Centre for Research and Development on Sustainability (CRDS) envisions a dynamic and impactful growth trajectory over the next five years. Our roadmap is shaped by a steadfast commitment to advancing sustainability research, fostering innovation, and catalyzing positive change in our society and environment. In the next five years, CRDS will diversify and expand its research portfolio. We'll delve deeper into critical sustainability issues. By collaborating with academic institutions, industry leaders, and governmental bodies, we aim to produce cutting-edge research that informs policy and drives sustainable practices. We are also looking at Global Collaborations and Innovation hubs in the next 5 years 😊 CRDS envisions a holistic approach to sustainability that transcends environmental concerns. We will place greater emphasis on social equity, inclusivity, and the well-being of marginalized communities, recognizing that true sustainability addresses the interconnectedness of all aspects of human life. In summary, the Centre for Research and Development on Sustainability is poised for a transformative journey over the next five years. With a multidisciplinary approach, global collaborations, and a commitment to driving positive change, CRDS aims to be a beacon of innovation, education, and advocacy, leading us toward a more sustainable and resilient future. Great Companies: If you had one piece of advice to someone just starting out, what would it be? Shobha Narendrakumar: Stay open to new ideas, perspectives, and possibilities. Be prepared to pivot and adjust your strategies based on the insights you gain along the way. Remember that setbacks are not failures; they're opportunities to learn and improve. WEB SITE : http://crdsfoundation.org

Name: Danielle Wheeler Business Name: Wheeler Marketing Agency Location: Longview, USA Establishment (Year): 2020 Category/Industry: Advertising & Marketing Profession/ Specialty: Social Media Marketing Website: wheelermarketingagency.com Social Media: Linkedin Company Detail: Wheeler Marketing Agency is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, business owners and influencers on Instagram. Our organic engagement growth & community management service maximizes reach whilst keeping it authentic - allowing accounts to connect with customers more deeply in order to build lasting relationships. Our mission is to provide businesses with quality services that exceed expectations, enabling them to unlock the full potential of their online presence and capture untapped opportunities for success. We envision a world where businesses can efficiently leverage social media as an asset, transforming their brand recognition and gaining tangible results through our specialized marketing solutions. Unique Selling Proposition or Competitive Advantage: Full-Service Instagram Expertise: Our agency specializes in Instagram marketing, covering a wide range of services. This focused expertise allows us to deeply understand the platform's nuances and tailor our strategies effectively. Engagement and Relationship Building: Our agency's core focus is not just on increasing followers or likes, but on fostering genuine engagement and building lasting relationships between businesses and their customers. This approach can lead to more loyal and invested customer bases. Skilled Professional Team: Our team is composed of skilled professionals who have a strong grasp of communication strategies. This expertise is a valuable asset in crafting compelling and effective Instagram content that resonates with the target audience. Audience Development: Our emphasis on helping clients develop a dedicated audience around their brand and cultivating a community that will stay connected to the brand over time. Long-Term ROI Focus: Our approach revolves around creating long-term return on investment (ROI) for our clients. This is especially appealing to businesses looking for sustainable growth rather than quick, short-lived successes. Client-Centric Approach: Our commitment to providing quality service that exceeds client expectations sets us apart. Our customer-centric approach ensures that we prioritize client satisfaction and tailor our strategies to meet needs and goals. Challenges Faced During the Journey: I really had to overcome financial fears. When I started out my children were 1.5 and 3. I was working full time and had no employees. I didn't hire my first employee until the summer of 2021 and didn't experience growth until this year. It took 3 years of hard work, late nights, and a lot of sacrifices to get my business off the ground. But, I am proud to say that it is now thriving! It was totally worth all the hard work and dedication in the end. I'm so glad I took the plunge and followed my dreams of owning a business. Now, I can pass on this knowledge to other aspiring entrepreneurs! Advice for Women Entrepreneurs: The entrepreneurship road is long and full of challenges but if you focus on your goal, learning, and embracing failure it's the most rewarding path. With that being said, don't forget to take breaks and give yourself time to reflect and appreciate your progress. You may not be where you want to be yet but it's important to recognize the milestones along the way!

Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Megha Kumari: Ideas for the business I get from various sources like my personal experiences, identifying market needs, observing trends, or leveraging one's expertise in a specific technology field. Once an initial idea or concept is generated, it's crucial to conduct market research, validate the idea, define the target audience, and develop a solid business plan. This includes considering factors like competition, potential customers, revenue models, marketing strategies, and financial projections. Great Companies: What are the various services provided by Redian Software Pvt Ltd? Megha Kumari: Our offerings: Core Banking, Internet Banking & Mobile Banking. Business intelligence, Analytics & Reporting. Enterprise Mobility - IT Staff Augmentation. Insurance Broker, Underwriter & Aggregator Solutions. Cloud solutions. Managed Services & Outsourcing. Great Companies: What makes Redian Software Pvt Ltd different from hundreds of other similar service providers? Megha Kumari: Redian Software Pvt Ltd differentiates itself from other similar service providers through several key aspects: Expertise and Experience: Redian Software has a team of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in developing and implementing software solutions across various industries. Their expertise covers a wide range of technologies and platforms, enabling them to deliver high-quality and tailored solutions to their clients. Client-Centric Approach: Redian Software places a strong emphasis on understanding the unique requirements and goals of each client. They actively engage with clients throughout the development process, ensuring that the solutions delivered align with their specific needs and expectations. This client-centric approach fosters long-term partnerships and customer satisfaction. Customized Solutions: Redian Software understands that one size does not fit all when it comes to software solutions. They specialize in providing customized solutions tailored to each client's unique business requirements. This personalized approach ensures that the software effectively addresses the specific challenges and objectives of the client. Focus on Innovation: Redian Software stays abreast of the latest industry trends and emerging technologies. They continuously invest in research and development to incorporate innovative features and solutions into their offerings. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, they help clients stay ahead in the competitive market landscape. Strong Support and Maintenance: Redian Software provides comprehensive support and maintenance services to its clients, even after the solution is delivered. They offer timely assistance, bug fixes, updates, and enhancements to ensure the software remains optimized and up-to-date, thus providing a seamless experience for the end-users. Great Companies: What were the struggles and challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? Megha Kumari: As a Human Resource Head, I have witnessed many challenges and when it comes to the adoption of technology, the right mindset plays an important role. So, developing the right mindset was the first-big challenge for me as an Innovator. If we look into the technical front, when working with confidential information, we face numerous challenges e.g. While modern data wiping techniques and data encryption create hurdles during evidence investigation, the most significant challenge is the time limitation in processing massive amounts of data. The right audience and making them ready for this innovation and preparing them for adoption in their current ecosystem is also a big struggle. So, starting from the right mindset, educating people, resources, Data-inputs, technology adoption, and cost optimization were some Real-time struggles or challenges that were our basis in order to deliver the best. Great Companies: How do you plan to grow in the future? What does 5 years down the line look like for Redian Software Pvt Ltd? Megha Kumari: We would be a leading global player in providing smart solutions for CRM, Operational Risks Management & Productivity improvement. It will be achieved using cutting-edge technologies. I am a great believer of "Give your Best". In our quest to be the best, we will continue to innovate and focus on our mission to simplify technology in the future also. Technology is evolving at a quicker rate than ever before, so it's not a question of whether we'll be able to adapt to the changing industry in five years, but rather of how well we will be able to give the best at the right time. We forecast a day when Redian Software would be the most trusted name in digital world. Thanks to our Global CEO of Redian Software Pvt Ltd- Mr. Pavan Verma: I want to take a moment to express my deepest appreciation for outstanding vision and leadership to our Global CEO Mr. Pavan Verma. His unwavering commitment to excellence and ability to foresee opportunities have truly set our organization on a remarkable path of success. Furthermore, His vision has helped us navigate through challenging times with resilience and agility. His unwavering commitment to excellence, His ability to envision a brighter future, and his outstanding guidance have propelled our organization to new heights. Thanks to our Vice President of Redian Software Pvt Ltd- Mr. Arunesh Beri: I want to express my deepest appreciation to our Vice-President Mr. Arunesh Beri. His inspiring vision has motivated us all to strive for greatness and has fostered a culture of excellence within our organization. By setting audacious goals and encouraging us to think beyond conventional boundaries, He has ignited a collective passion for pushing our limits and achieving remarkable feats. Beyond his strategic acumen, His inclusive and approachable leadership style has made a profound impact on our team. Our Organization is truly inspired by his remarkable vision for our future success. Thank you once again for your outstanding leadership.

Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Petrunin Alexander: GetTransport service was upscaled from the initial service: while managing the online-service aimed at private passenger transportation we understood that there is bid demand for cargo transportation search also, so it makes sense to propose such service to the internet users. Great Companies: What are the various services provided by GetTransport? Petrunin Alexander: GetTransport provides the usable search for clients and providers of ground cargo transportation services Great Companies: What makes GetTransport different from hundreds of other similar service providers? Petrunin Alexander:We offer tender as the most transparent and advantageous price denomination system, as well as the usability is access to all information and documents related to the bookings made via the service. And the last but not least is the ease of searching for the transportation offer or request by setting the desirable region and criteria. Great Companies: What were the struggles and challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? Petrunin Alexander:We have put many efforts to assemble a strong team that can make a consistently good product, as well as finding partners who can achieve the same goals in the highly unstable conditions of modern business. So now we can guarantee the high quality of our service in any situation. Great Companies: How do you plan to grow in the future? What does 5 years down the line look like for GetTransport? Petrunin Alexander: 5 years ago GetTransport was at its early start. Now we plan to enter new regions and continents (Asia Pacific, North America, Europe & U.K.) and develop the new business streams by attracting the providers of railway, airway and sea transportations to use our service. Great Companies: If you had one piece of advice to someone just starting out, what would it be? Petrunin Alexander: You shall not be feared of problems, but be ready to act efficiently in any circumstances.

Great Companies: How did you get your idea or concept for the business? Dr Pallavi Rathi: Being A DERMATOLOGIST I always wanted to bring confidence and self esteem in every individual. Dermatological conditions though not fatal they affect individuals emotionally and psychological.a lot. This thought inspired me to touch as many lives as possible and bring a positive impact for society. Great Companies: What are the various services provided by My Skin My Health? Dr Pallavi Rathi: My Skin My Health provides all kinds of dermatological cosmetic and hair services. It is equipped with latest laser technologies and has a special team which specialises in antiaging, Botox , fillers and hair transplant Great Companies: What makes My Skin My Health different from hundreds of other similar service providers? Dr Pallavi Rathi: My Skin My Health is an affordable Skin Hair and Wellness Centre where our motto is to provide holistic treatment. Our co founder Dr Kapil Rathi is a well known Cardiometabolic Physician and specialises in all lifestyle disorders like Diabetes Hypertension Thyroid Hormonal issues etc. who emphasises on minimal medications and better lifestyle. Great Companies: What were the struggles and challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? Dr Pallavi Rathi: Every entrepreneur has her or his own set of struggles and I was no exception. Inception of the concept, finding a right location, building up the team, getting state of art lasers everything was a roller coaster ride with series of learnings. Great Companies: How do you plan to grow in the future? What does 5 years down the line look like for My Skin My Health? Dr Pallavi Rathi: We are keen to expand across Maharashtra and provide quality affordable Healthcare to everyone. If things go well we look forward to go across India. Great Companies: If you had one piece of advice to someone just starting out, what would it be? Dr Pallavi Rathi: Believe in yourself and your dreams and take all steps to achieve it without being worried about failure