Successful entrepreneur Vani Kola
This wonder woman is profiled in numerous books and has been identified as one of the Fortune Most Powerful women in business. She has been a successful entrepreneur in Silicon Valley for 22 years and now works with first-time entrepreneurs to build strong global companies. She focuses on technology companies, leveraging india’s domestic growth to create high growth enterprises.
The name Kalaari capital is sourced from Kalaripayattu, which is a form of martial arts which was originated in kerala. This form is known for its power, artistry, creativity, collaboration, focus and rapid, soaring movements. With a total of 55 investments and around 2,000 proposals a year, Kalaari Capital has become india’s leading investor in early-stage businesses. It not only invests but also takes care of the entrepreneurs under them throughout every aspect of growth and leads them to success.
Not fearing the failures, stereotypes and marching towards the success, vani says, “The cliché is true; Silicon Valley is a vibrant place full of ideas and possibilities. When I started my own company (Right Works Corp), I was willing to accept failure.”