The Pilani Pioneers

How did the trailblazers of Indian business turn their dreams into reality? The Pilani Pioneers profiles twenty-five accomplished BITS Pilani graduates, including startup founders, entrepreneurs and CEOs, who have made an indelible mark on the Indian and global business landscape while deftly navigating the twists and turns of their professional and personal lives. It introduces us to mavericks such as Hari Menon, co-founder and CEO of BigBasket; Harish Bhat, Brand Custodian at TATA Sons; Phanindra Sama, co-founder of RedBus; Tulsi Mirchandaney, Managing Director of BlueDart Aviation; Baba Kalyani, Chairman and MD of Bharat Forge; and Nandini Chopra, MD at Alvarez Marsal, whose stories of passion and perseverance reveal what it takes to not only achieve success in the competitive arena of business but also make a positive difference in both industry and the world at large. Inspiring, with a touch of nostalgia, The Pilani Pioneers is an essential read for anyone looking to find their niche and build a meaningful professional life.