The highly anticipated second edition of notable digital portal’s Times Applaud Inspiring Leaders Awards 2024 was held on Sunday, August 25th, at the premium Ginger hotel in Mumbai. The industry’s most glittering event concluded on a high note by acknowledging the business professionals who shone the brightest.
The Inspiring Leaders Awards, now in its second year, have become a hallmark of excellence. They evaluate and honour individuals and brands that have showcased exceptional entrepreneurial zeal and outstanding business achievements across the country. Since their inception in 2023, the Times Applaud’s Inspiring Leaders Awards have set the gold standard in recognizing brilliance among all.
Mr. Anupam Mittal, Founder and CEO of People Group and Shaadi.com and India’s top Angel Investor, graced the occasion as Chief Guest alongside eminent industry leaders and key official sponsors of the event, Mr Hari Ram Rinwa, MD and CEO of Ayubal Wellness Private Limited, and Mr Raju Garg, Founder and director of Radon India Pvt Ltd. Their support highlighted the importance of fostering entrepreneurial talent in India.
Distinguished sponsors, speakers and top management of Target media & Times Applaud Pvt Ltd,, including Founders-Directors Mr Tausif Patel and Mr Sunil Pandey, CEOs Mr Nitin Gohil and Anil Pandey commenced the event with the lighting of the lamp and welcoming the Chief Guest.
During the event, the prominent investor from Shark Tank India, Mr Anupam Mittal, also conducted two exclusive interviews with eminent business leaders. Among them were Dr. Shashank Dhananjay Rawale, Director of the Dr Shashank Rawale Group, and Mr Gaurav Kumar Kate, the founder of EZO Billing Machine. These conversations provided valuable perspectives on innovation and entrepreneurship, further enriching the event’s significance.
More than 70 plus leaders and pioneers in their respective fields received prestigious awards in categories such as Entertainment, healthcare, Social Influencers, Business and finance Excellence, Education, and Social Service, among others.
Inspiring leaders 2024: Full List of Winners
- Dr. Gayatri Narasimhan: Inclusive Education Excellence Award
- Dr. Vijaya Pathak: Vastu Fengshui Expert & Healer
- Aman Maskeen: Language Innovator of the Year Award
- Vikas Mehta: Stock Market Expert
- Sumit Singh Gandhi: Education Excellence
- Abu Mohd Mustahafiz: Finance Director
- Dr. Krunali Chirag Vaghela: Excellence in Overseas Education
- Bhavesh Jain: Stainless Steel Utensils
- Nithesh Narayana Reddy: Sustainable Organic Farming using AI
- Himanshu Pandey: Advertising Technology
- Anita More: Jean Claude Olivier Spanish Luxury Salon
- Sanjeev Batta: Wealth Management
- Shridhar D Kuknor: Motivational and Inspirational Speaker
- Chitiz Agarwal: RecruitTech Innovator
- Prince Gupta & Kamal Tandon: Business Automation Experts
- Budhil Vyas: Crypto Influencer
- Akkashh Chauhaan: Renowned Architect and Town Planner
- Mohan Sheth/Kalpesh Mehta/Bhavesh Bhatt: Biofuel Industry
- Victor Podder: Excellent Bengali Cuisine Experience
- Mehul Purohit: Excellence in PR & Branding
- Dr. Punit Kumar Dwivedi & Dr. Neha Sharma Chowdhury: Higher Education
- Sakshi Chandraakar: Career Branding
- Aarti Soni & Chetan Soni: Best Brand for the Quality of Medicines
- Acharya Suunil Uddhav Naik: Best International Astrology
- Abhishake De Sarkar: Best Process Driven Overseas Education Consultant in India
- S Srivatsa Chakravarthy: Excellence in Operations
- Shaikh Jahangir Husein: Industrial Hand Safety
- Arun Murali: Best Trading Institute in Kerala
- Amit Prakash: Outstanding Contribution in Supply Chain & Sustainable Packaging
- Dhiraaj Badkar: Excellence in Aviation and Hospitality Academy
- Ayushi Sen: Ecommerce
- Nysa Doshi: Entrepreneur and Youngest Author
- Anand Pobaru & Deepak Chandani: Excellence in Digital Marketing
- Bharat Kumar Khandelwal: Entrepreneur Emerging Exporter
- Dr. (Prof.) Pramod Sharma: Education
- Nitin Sawant: Innovative Education Leader of the Year
- Avinash Shende & Sachin Pande: Outstanding Achievement in Financial Technology Advancement
- Prashant Dayaramji Shiyale: Leading Provider in Health Care Technology
- Saradd Kiyal: Life & Business Coach
- Dr. Jitesh Shetty: Health Care & Wellness
- Tiger Anas: Excellent Carving Furniture in India
- Jayanti Gala & Ashwin Gala: Mobile Retail
- Miss Parul Aghera: Outstanding Contribution as an Astrologer
- Mrs. Renny Fernandes: Inspirational Teaching & Learning Award
- Yogesh Patkar: Dance Choreographer & Trainer
- Parivesh Shukla & Rakesh Salve: Best Business Coach in India
- Haris Khan: Proptech- Startup
- Sachin Rai: Excellence in Social Activist
- Sunekh Jain and Vihang Gala: Developers
- Mayuresh Sonawane: Real Estate
- Uday Rathod, Punit Bhartia, Yogesh Lala: Real Estate
- Dr. Dilip Auti: Business Coaching
- Mr. Rajnish Jha: [Company and Category not provided]
- Dr. Vishal Thakkar: Excellence in Social Activist
- Parth Patel: The Best Celebrity Numerologist and Life Coach in Gujarat
- Abdullah Ansari: Excellent in Wedding and Pre-Wedding Photography in India
- Chitta Ranjan Shastri: Excellence in Astrology
- Dr. Ravi Vairagade: Healthcare
- Dr. Nikhil Tari: Health / Fitness / Wellness / Bodybuilding
- Dimple Pandhi: Celebrity Designer – Bespoke Nameplates & Brand Signages
- Dr. Rajesh Suresh Lalchandani: Two decades as a Leading Global Trainer in the field of Aesthetic and Anti-aging Medicine
- Paresh Mehta: Tours and Travel
- Mr. Sachin Gupta: Digital Marketing (SEO Agency)
- Himanshu Zambre: Online Teaching Excellence
- Akanksha Juneja: Kundali Bhagya
- Akash Shah: Investment Advisor
- Vinay Mishra: Best Cinematographer
- Chand Seth & Lina Ingle: SOS Nitelife
- Sunil Pawar: Green Leaf Restaurant
- Pavan Kumar Bharadwaj Manda: Awarded for Most Promising and Innovative Entrepreneur
- Manas Kumar Sahoo & Sahid Raza: Best Digital Business Tools Provider in India
- Suraj Sadabrij Giri: Stock Market Training Institute
- Deepak Jain: DIY Water Proofing
Mr Anupam Mittal, during his speech, stated, “The future of India lies in the hands of those who dare to innovate and lead with passion. He congratulated all the winners and highlighted the importance of the success of these inspiring leaders and their unyielding commitment to transforming challenges into opportunities. He also applauded the initiative taken up by Times Applaud Pvt ltd.
Times Applaud Pvt Ltd never misses an opportunity to exercise positive corporate social responsibility activities. Broadcasting the importance of Press Releases, which is incredibly useful for startups, aiming a pen is mightier than a sword.
The Times Applaud team, along with dedicated employees and volunteers, worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the event’s success. Their hard work and dedication were pivotal in making the Inspiring Leaders Awards 2024 an unforgettable celebration of business excellence.
