Build Karo

Building Spark Digital: Human Touch in AI Era with Kanmani Suresh

The conversation covers Kanmani Suresh's journey from acquiring a manufacturing company to founding and developing Spark Digital, a digital marketing agency. It also delves into the integration of AI in marketing, differentiation in approach, and the use of AI tools in the industry. The discussion concludes with a focus on marketing approaches and the potential for collaboration. Takeaways * Kanmani's journey from acquiring a manufacturing company to founding Spark Digital showcases resilience and adaptability. * The integration of AI in marketing and the use of AI tools in the industry highlight the evolving landscape of digital marketing. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Background * 12:24 Journey of Spark Digital * 19:09 AI Integration in Marketing * 29:00 Use of AI Tools * 38:13 Closing and Collaboration

Building FINNMIN: Why Young Indians Don't Understand Money with Agathya Selvakumar

The conversation covers the introduction of FINNMIN, the challenges faced in implementing financial literacy, teaching financial literacy to students, the business model and revenue generation, and the challenges faced in the journey of building FINNMIN. AGATHYA shares insights on the importance of financial literacy from a young age and the difficulties in convincing parents and institutions to adopt financial education programs. The conversation covers the challenges faced in convincing institutions, the development of a behavioral fintech platform, the importance of international exposure and financial literacy, and the future plans for FINNMIN. The discussion delves into the difficulties of convincing institutions to value the program, the features of the behavioral fintech platform, the international perspective on financial literacy, and the expansion plans for FINNMIN. Takeaways * Financial literacy from a young age * Challenges in convincing parents and institutions Behavioral fintech platform * Challenges in convincing institutions * International exposure for students * Future plans for FINNMIN Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Agathya & FINNMIN 03:58 Importance of Financial Literacy in India 06:28 The Journey of Building FINNMIN 15:05 Challenges Faced in the Journey 17:58 Convincing Institutions and Parents 24:54 Measuring Behavioral Change in Education 29:04 Future Plans for Finman: Expanding Horizons 30:02 Future Plans for FINNMIN About Build Karo: Build Karo is a podcast by StratSchool featuring honest conversations with founders, builders, and innovators across India. Each episode explores real startup journeys, lessons from building businesses, and practical insights for anyone who wants to stop planning and start building. About StratSchool: StratSchool is an entrepreneurship and startup development platform focused on helping students, founders, and institutions turn ideas into real ventures through structured programs, mentorship, and ecosystem collaborations. StratSchool works closely with emerging entrepreneurs across India to nurture innovation and build the next generation of founders. 🔗 LINKS StratSchool: https://www.stratschool.org [https://www.stratschool.org] Nebulaa: https://www.nebulaa.ai [https://www.nebulaa.ai] FINNMIN: https://www.finnmin.com/ [https://www.finnmin.com/] #BuildKaro #IndianStartups #Entrepreneurship #StratSchool

Building Natureship: Reviving Traditional Food & Empowering Rural Women in India with Prerna Mishra

The conversation with Prerna Mishra, founder of Natureship Foods, delves into the journey of building a brand that empowers rural women and provides real, authentic food for busy individuals. From the inspiration behind Natureship Foods to the challenges faced and the future vision, the discussion highlights the intersection of traditional culinary wisdom and modern lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of empowering rural communities and reconnecting with authentic food traditions. Takeaways * Real food for busy people * Empowering rural women Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Prerna and Natureship Foods 05:38 Early Days of the Venture 05:53 The Product Development Process 10:06 Supply Chain Challenges 12:43 Empowerment of Women in Rural Areas 26:29 Expansion and Future Vision of Natureship Foods About Build Karo: Build Karo is a podcast by StratSchool featuring honest conversations with founders, builders, and innovators across India. Each episode explores real startup journeys, lessons from building businesses, and practical insights for anyone who wants to stop planning and start building. About StratSchool: StratSchool is an entrepreneurship and startup development platform focused on helping students, founders, and institutions turn ideas into real ventures through structured programs, mentorship, and ecosystem collaborations. StratSchool works closely with emerging entrepreneurs across India to nurture innovation and build the next generation of founders. 🔗 LINKS StratSchool: https://www.stratschool.org [https://www.stratschool.org] Nebulaa: https://www.nebulaa.ai [https://www.nebulaa.ai] Natureship: https://www.natureshipfoods.com/ [https://www.natureshipfoods.com/] #BuildKaro #IndianStartups #Entrepreneurship #StratSchool