DYNAMIC D2C SUMMIT 2025

SHRI CHIRAG PASWAN

Minister of Food Processing

Chirag Kumar Paswan (born 31 October 1982)[1] is an Indian politician and former actor who is serving as the 19th Minister of Food Processing Industries since June 2024, the 1st president of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) since 2021, 2nd president of the Lok Janshakti Party from 2019 to 2021 and a Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha from the Hajipur Lok Sabha constituency since 2024.[2] He is the son of late Member of Parliament and Union Minister, Ram Vilas Paswan.

Mrs. Saumya Misra

Founder of Avataar Skincare

Saumya Misra is the founder of Avataar Skincare Technologies, a Delhi-based startup offering tech-enabled, at-home, non-invasive skin treatments. Her personal struggles with acne and the challenges she faced in accessing effective skincare solutions inspired her to create a platform that democratizes high-quality dermatological care.

In 2022, leveraging her personal experiences and professional expertise, Saumya launched Avataar Skincare Technologies. The company aims to provide accessible, reliable, and affordable laser skincare treatments. Avataar offers over 150 treatments, including solutions for acne, pigmentation, and hair removal, using US FDA-approved technology. Their services are delivered at clients' homes by therapists who undergo rigorous training, ensuring safety and efficacy.

Avataar gained significant attention after Saumya's appearance on Shark Tank India Season 3. Her candid presentation and the company's innovative approach impressed the judges, leading to investments from Sharks Aman Gupta and Anupam Mittal. This exposure not only provided financial backing but also elevated the brand's visibility in the skincare industry .​Peak XV+2

Mr. Rohit Thakur

Founder of The Future Animations

Rohit Thakur, a 24-year-old entrepreneur from Delhi, co-founded The Future Animations with Anmol Pandey in 2020. Despite financial hardships—his father worked as a laborer—Rohit pursued his passion for animation, initially teaching himself through YouTube and later mentoring Anmol. Their venture specializes in high-quality 2D and 3D animations, including Pixar-style videos, serving a predominantly international clientele. ​

On Shark Tank India Season 4, they pitched their company seeking ₹50 lakhs for 2.5% equity. Impressed by their work, Peyush Bansal invested ₹50 lakhs for a 10% stake, valuing the company at ₹5 crores. Their presentation featured a creative animation of the sharks themselves, showcasing their storytelling prowess.

Mr. Shamin Kapoor

Co founder of Speed Kitchen

​Shamin Kapoor is the co-founder of Speed Kitchen, a Delhi-based startup offering ready-to-use, fully equipped commercial kitchen spaces for food entrepreneurs. Established in 2021 alongside childhood friend Paurav Rastogi, Speed Kitchen aims to simplify the process of launching delivery-only food businesses by providing infrastructure, licenses, and support services. The company operates over 130 kitchens across four Indian cities, serving more than 50 brands, including Haldiram’s and Chaayos.

On Shark Tank India Season 4, Kapoor and Rastogi pitched Speed Kitchen, seeking ₹2 crore for 3% equity. After negotiations, they secured a deal of ₹2 crore for 6% equity from investors Ritesh Agarwal, Azhar Iqubal, and Kunal Bahl.

Mr. Pradesh Lenka

CMO of Bonn Group

As of now, there is no publicly available information confirming that Pradesh Lenka holds the position of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Bon Group. The most recent and verifiable information indicates that he serves as the Senior Marketing Manager at U Foods India, a Hong Kong-based FMCG company known for its confectionery brands like Yoli Yola and Fruball .​

In this role, Lenka has been instrumental in expanding U Foods' presence across India, particularly focusing on southern markets. He has overseen the development of a robust distribution network and the introduction of new product lines, including noodles and syrup-based items .

Mr. Basam F. Hellis

Paliestine Embassy of Ambassdor

​Basem F. Hellis serves as the Counsellor at the Embassy of the State of Palestine in New Delhi, India. In this diplomatic role, he has been actively involved in strengthening Indo-Palestinian relations and advocating for Palestinian perspectives on the international stage.​

In December 2023, amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Mr. Hellis expressed profound gratitude to India for its consistent support and solidarity with Palestine. He emphasized that the conflict is rooted in issues of occupation rather than religious differences, highlighting the historical and political complexities of the situation. ​

Mr. Hellis has also participated in various public forums and conferences in India, including the National Lawyers' Conference 2023, where he addressed legal professionals on matters concerning international law and human rights.

Mr. Devesh Bochare

Founder of Vold Energy

Devesh Mahesh Bochre, a 20-year-old entrepreneur from Nighoj, Maharashtra, is the founder of Vold Energy Drink, an Indian beverage brand offering affordable, sugar-free energy drinks enriched with natural caffeine, glucose, and essential vitamins. He initiated the venture in 2023 with a modest investment of ₹5 lakhs from his father, allocating ₹4 lakhs for inventory and ₹1 lakh for marketing efforts, including branding a car for promotions .​

In Season 3, Episode 17 of Shark Tank India, Devesh pitched Vold Energy, seeking ₹50 lakhs for a 2% equity stake, valuing the company at ₹25 crores. Impressed by his determination and the product's taste, Aman Gupta offered ₹10 lakhs for 10% equity, coupled with ₹40 lakhs as debt, repayable through a 3% royalty until the amount is recouped .​

Mr. Sandeep Jangra

Founder of Pizza Galleria

​Sandeep Jangra is the founder and CEO of Pizza Galleria, a vegetarian pizza chain that began in 2015 in Gohana, Haryana. Initially starting with a single outlet, the brand has expanded to over 60 locations across Haryana, Punjab, and Delhi, offering a variety of vegetarian pizzas and fast-food items

In Season 3, Episode 9 of Shark Tank India, Sandeep, along with co-founder Ishan Chugh, pitched Pizza Galleria seeking ₹1 crore for 2% equity, valuing the company at ₹50 crore. Despite their passion and the brand's growth, the Sharks declined to invest due to concerns over unclear financials and franchise models. However, the exposure led to a significant increase in franchise inquiries, with over 4,000 calls received post-episode, aiding their goal of expanding to 500 outlets by 2030.​