Dr. Anu Khanchandani - Founder, The Grey Cells
Dr. Anu Khanchandani, a seasoned Startup Mentor, Coach, and Consultant with over two decades of experience in the digital product industry, brings forth a wealth of expertise garnered from influential roles in renowned organisations like Syntel, Delta Technology, and Reuters Asia.
Throughout her career spanning from CMM-Level 5 organisations to co-founding ventures like Fintoo Online, Dr. Anu has been instrumental in revolutionising the startup landscape. Her journey, enriched with roles as a Chief Technology Officer at Financial Hospital and as a Principal Mentor at Fintoo Online, reflects a commitment to leveraging technology to shape innovative ventures.
At The Grey Cells, Dr. Anu Khanchandani curates an ecosystem of mentorship, consulting, and coaching services tailored to fuel the growth of startups. Her rich experience in spearheading ventures like Mrigavya Organic, Coodle, Bharat Credit, Mad About Sports, and others underscores her dedication to nurturing and guiding startups to success.
Recognised as the 'Best Startup Coach of the year 2021,' Dr. Anu's mission is to provide a comprehensive online incubator for startups, fostering an environment that champions careful planning, strategic execution, and patient guidance in every aspect of a startup's journey.
Her academic pursuits, including a Doctorate in Business Administration from the Swiss School of Business and Management and specialized certifications in Agile methodologies, Artificial Intelligence, and Project Management, further amplify her capabilities in steering startups towards sustainable growth.
To encapsulate all her knowledge in a concise way, she authored the book
The 7-Step Startup Success Formula. In her own words in the book : "There are many distinguished business coaches and gurus out there. At the end of the day, our aim is not just give your knowledge and jargon. You are here for tangible outcomes in clearly defined steps to reach your milestones."
With an unwavering commitment to giving back to the digital realm that shaped her journey, Dr. Anu Khanchandani is driven to mentor aspiring startup founders, with a special focus on nurturing student startups, instilling in them the essence of patient yet deliberate progress.