About

Entrepreneurship is a winding road full of challenges, failures, competition, ups, and downs. There is a lot that goes behind establishing a startup. Similarly, representing the nation on the Olympic stage comes after years of honing skills, long practice sessions, and overcoming financial and societal hurdles.

Torchbearers Inc., presented by AWS in association with NeoNiche, is a talk series that brings India’s top Olympic contenders and home-grown business pioneers - the torchbearers for society - at one stage, for the first time ever!

Each episode glorifies the soul of greatness, ability, and mastery as it delves deeper into the journeys, hustles, dreams, victories, and perseverance of our guest Olympian and Startup Founder. Through Torchbearers Inc., you unravel the fire within these torchbearers that will inspire you to break new ground.

What to Expect
Candid conversations with India’s topmost Olympians and Startup Founders
Blueprint for success and strategy from the champions themselves
An in-depth look into the winning mindset
Actionable takeaways from proven personal and professional experiences
Inspiring and fun moments that are as informative as they are entertaining
The Host

Shayamal Vallabhjee is a Sports Scientist, Performance Coach, Author, TedX Speaker, and Podcast Host with many prestigious awards to his name. He has over two decades of field experience with Olympians and top athletes, helping them to enhance their competitive edge.

Drawing from his experience, he has also helped numerous organizations develop a culture of innovation, excellence, and adaptability to keep their businesses resilient in the face of competition.

With his panache for evoking thoughtful questions through inspirational storytelling, Shayamal will recreate his magic in each episode of Torchbearers Inc. through up-close and personal conversations with our guests.

The Business Leaders
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Adwaita Nayar Co-founder, Nykaa
CEO, Nykaa Fashion
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Shashank Kumar Founder & Managing Director,
Razorpay
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Paavan Nanda Co-Founder & CEO,
WinZO
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Gaurav Bhatnagar Co -Founder & Managing Director,
TBO Group
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Nitin Bawankule Director & Head - DNB
AWS India & South Asia
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Gaurav Hinduja Co- Founder and Managing Director
axio
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Trivikraman Thampy Co- Founder
Games 24x7
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Abhiraj Bhal Co-Founder at Urban Company
(formerly UrbanClap)
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Harsh Jain Chief Executive Officer &
Co-Founder,
Dream11 & Dream Sports
The Olympians
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Mary Kom Oylmpic Medalist,
Padma Vibhushan Awardee
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Dr. Deepa Malik Padma Shri Khel Ratna,
Silver Medalist - Rio Paralympics
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Gagan Narang Olympic Bronze Medalist,
Shooting
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Anju Bobby GeorgeOlympic Long Jump Champion
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Manika Batra Table Tennis Player
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Sania Mirza Tennis Champion
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Mahesh Bhupathi Former Doubles World No.1,
Tennis
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Abhinav Bindra Olympic Gold Medalist,
Shooting
Past Episodes

Episode 6

LEADING WITH GRIT AND AGILITY

Knocking Out Stereotypes

The concept of empowered women inspiring and uplifting others is a powerful narrative in today's world. In this unique fireside chat, we aim to bring together two extraordinary women from different domains-Mary Kom, the legendary boxer and Member of Parliament, and Adwaita Nayar, the trailblazing co-founder of Nykaa. This conversation will delve into their personal journeys, the challenges they've conquered, and how they serve as beacons of inspiration for women in sports and business.

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Episode 5

Olympic Paralympic Gold, Entrepreneurial Bold

From the fiercely competitive arena of sports to the hustle of entrepreneurship, what's the secret to conquering the extraordinary? In this episode, Razorpay Founder Shashank Kumar and Paralympic Champion Deepa Malik unravel the traits that drive one to make bold moves and achieve greatness.

Shashank turned an idea into a groundbreaking fintech platform. Deepa became the first Indian woman to win a Paralympic medal. Brace yourself to be spellbound as these awe-inspiring journeys unfold before you.

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Episode 4

HAVING A GAME PLAN

Having a game plan is necessary to win over the competition and maximize your potential. In this episode, the Olympian guest and a renowned entrepreneur will share their blueprint for success. Find out the strategies needed to put your game plan into action and emerge a winner.

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Episode 3

BEATING THE ODDS

Struggles, failures, and challenges in personal and professional life are inevitable for everyone. This lessons-packed episode will offer powerful takeaways on beating all odds from the perspective of sportspersons and entrepreneurs.

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Episode 2

STAYING ON TOP UNDER PRESSURE

How do champions and entrepreneurs stay calm and focused with long working hours, deadlines, and stress? In this episode, our guests will shed light on shining bright under pressure.

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THE WINNING WAY

What goes behind the creation of champion sportspersons? How do the same mantras apply to entrepreneurs who aspire to grow and learn? Watch Olympic gold medal winner Abhinav Bindra and Dream Sports Inc. Co-Founder & CEO Harsh Jain talk about the winning mindset and working your way towards realizing your dreams.

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