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BGT Info Solutions / Bharat Thakkar StartUp India MicroMentor, Mercy Corps AIC- Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Coast Line Resources Pvt. Ltd. Founder Institute, USA The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India Tero Foundation Pentaforce Software Solutions Pvt.Ltd. Presha Softwares New Global Indian Presha Tradelink Pvt.Ltd. Dovetron Electronics & Marketing Pvt.Ltd. Sahara India Ltd. Diners Club (India) Pvt. Ltd. Cerebral Palsy Sports Federation India Cerebral Palsy Sports Association India Indian Association of Para Sports Organisations The Society for Physically Handicapped, Ahmedabad International Journal of Computer Science and Network Ansh Synergies. Anand Education Trust Sharada Education Trust Government Polytechnic Government Polytechnic Apang Manav Mandal ISKCON Temple Excel Exim Pvt. Ltd Sigma Electric & Engg. Co. |
Federation of Entrepreneurs International Business Startup and Entrepreneurs Association (IBSEA) Shree Lohana Mahaparishad BGT Partners Network AIC- Gujarat Technological University Jabalpur Incubation Centre Satna Incubation Centre Spark Incubation Centre Government Polytechnic Government Polytechnic Bharatiya Prgna Chakshu Gurukul NGOCSR.com Pentaforce Printing Softwares Cerebral Palsy Sports Federation, Gujarat Para Sports Federation Real Natural Fruits Juices Pvt.Ltd. Indian Fashion Online.net Innovative International Institute Electron Brain Systems ICONS Media & I-Square. Namaste Life Shakti Seva Samiti Bhagini Niketan Centre for Human Resource Development Vijay Travels Shree Shesh Finlease Pvt. Ltd. Swaminarayan Gurukul Swaminarayan Gurukul Ankur Electronics. |
SOME EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS |
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Mentoring 300+ Startups of India: Mentoring them for Business Strategy Development, Pitch Deck, Finance reconstruction, Marketing, Fund Raising, Management, Business and Production Process Development. Jurey Member and Evaluator: Jurey Member and Evaluator in Six National and International level Startup Hackathon in 2021-22 and 2022-23. Delivered 275+ Lectures in last 4 Years: During 2020-2024 Delivered 275+ Lectures across the country online and offline on Business Strategy Development, Pitch Deck, Finance reconstruction, Marketing, Fund Raising, Management, Business and Production Process Development, Networking. Lohana International Business Forum: I was part of the core team for two international conventions and exhibitions of the Lohana community. The first was LIBF 2023 in Uganda, which hosted over 950 stalwarts from 26 countries. The second was LIBF 2024 in Gandhinagar, where more than 12,000 stalwarts from 37 countries participated. Assisted few Industries for their Business Growth by SWOT Analysis, Business Analytics, Project Consultancy, Venture Capital and Fund Management. Arranged and handled more than 100 seminars and workshops in Gujarat for NGOs during 2015-16 in collaboration with different Govt. Departments and NGOs, and trained about 6000 NGO Executives from all over Gujarat on different subjects like CSR and NGOs, Government Grant Schemes and NGOs, Fundraising, NGO Management and such other. Visited more than 100 Villages and talked with Gramshabhas in Villages of Gujarat for Village Development Programs by Tero Foundation, USA During 2015-16. Handled Software Training – 20 Software training programs for Social Defense Department, Government of Gujarat, (NSAP Software) Arranged, Handled and Executed One of the largest Game Event for Physically Handicapped People for consecutive 7 years (2011-17) – Khel Mahakumbh 2011 to Khel Mahakumbh 2017, arranged state-wide game events in all the 26 (now 33) districts of Gujarat state. These were the largest and greatest sports event in Indian sports scenario. It has a largest participation from all over Gujarat (more than 18 Lakhs in 2011, 21 Lakhs in 2012, 29 Lakhs in 2013 and 32 Lakhs in 2014 and 2015), from all age groups, from all different walks of life. I have proud to be a part of the event as a chief coordinator of KhelMahakumbh 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 for Orthopedically handicapped people. I had travelled every nook and corner of the State (all 33 dists) in a very short span and motivated OH people and NGOs of Gujarat to participate in the event. I have organized few seminars, personal meetings as well as NGOs meetings across the Gujarat. This has resulted in a tremendous and remarkable participation of more than 22000 OH persons in 2011, and 24000 OH persons in 2012, 2013, 2014 2015, 2016 and 2017 from all over Gujarat. Arranged, Handled and Executed One of the largest Game Event for Cerebral Palsy Sports Persons during Khel Mahakumbh 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023 and 2024, arranged state-wide game events and invited Participants from all the 33 districts of Gujarat state. This was the largest and greatest sports event in Indian sports scenario. It has a largest participation from all over Gujarat (more than 400 Cerebral Palsy Players were there). I had travelled every nook and corner of the State (all 33 dists) and motivated Cerebral Palsy people and NGOs of Gujarat to participate in the event. I have organized few seminars, personal meetings as well as NGOs meetings across the Gujarat. This has resulted in a tremendous and remarkable participation of more than 400 Cerebral Palsy persons from all over Gujarat. Design and development of Visitor Management System at Conceptualized, Executed, Implemented and still undergoing Many Projects as a Capacity of Chief Technical Officer of Pentaforce Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and as capacity of Owner of BGT Info Solutions : Some of the Projects are :
Design and development of Association Operations Management System Arranged and handled 22 seminars with exhibitions and workshops in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat for Handicraft Artisans in collaboration with different Govt. Departments and NGOs, and trained about 2000 Artisans from all over India on "How to use Information Technology for the Benefits of Indian Handicrafts and Indian Fashion" Prepared a Research Report on "Use of ICT for Indian Handicrafts and Indian Artisans" Co-directed a Movie (Documentary) on "Information and Communication Technology and Indian Handicrafts and Artisans" also assisted in Script-writing in English, Hindi and Gujarati for the same Documentary. Prepared Brochure and Literatures for different Government Departments Member of Advisory Committee of Government Polytechnic Ahmedabad, Gujarat, |
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EDUCATION/TRAININGP. G. Diploma in Business & Industrial Management (1984) P. G. Diploma in Industrial Engineering & Management (1984) Associate of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (Asso.I.Mech.E.I.) (1979) |
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I see myself as a versatile partner—whether as an enabler, catalyst, coach, mentor, or simply a fresh set of eyes and ears. My approach is rooted in deep listening, where I make no assumptions about your potential or limitations. I aim to fully understand your needs, values, and aspirations before offering any guidance.
I trust my instincts, backed by my experience and intelligence, while leveraging a constantly growing toolbox of strategies and ideas. I’m always learning and drawing on a variety of sources to find solutions that truly work for you.
Partnership is key to my approach. While I walk alongside you toward success, the decisions and commitment to action are always yours. This ensures that every achievement is entirely your own.
I believe that the journey to success should be engaging and thought-provoking. I ask questions designed to challenge your thinking and help you view your business from new perspectives. Passionate about what I do, I maintain objectivity and professionalism while encouraging creative breakthroughs.
Seeing people create better futures for themselves, especially during those transformative “light bulb” moments, is what drives me. My approach is holistic and tailored specifically to your goals and values—after all, it’s your business.
My philosophy has been described as “a personal trainer for business,” helping individuals and teams discover the skills they need for sustainable success. Many passionate business owners provide incredible services but struggle with the mechanics of running a business. The truth is, nothing is wrong with them—they simply haven’t been taught how to navigate these complexities.
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Quiddity refers to the essence of something – its very nature or "what-ness." In business, quiddity represents the core purpose or the “is-ness” of your enterprise, the essence that makes your business what it truly is.
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