Commitment to social impact: How Venkataraman Kumar’s businesses enable others’ dreams
How does a multi-faceted entrepreneur channel his passion into diverse ventures? In this episode of “The Dreamcatchers Show,” we meet Venkataraman Kumar, a dynamic entrepreneur who has made significant strides in wealth management, Satvic certification, and IT consultancy. From his early days in corporate giants like Hewlett Packard and Shell to founding three companies, Venkataraman shares how personal encounters and new ideas constantly fuel his entrepreneurial journey.
Discover how he integrates his passion for vegetarianism with business through Satvic Certification Singapore, and how his dedication to social change is empowering single mothers and students with essential skills for the future. Tune in to learn how Venkat’s journey exemplifies the spirit of giving back to society while pursuing diverse business interests!
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Discussion Topics: Commitment to social impact
- How did Venkataraman Kumar transition from corporate to entrepreneurship? Learn about Venkat’s journey from working in major corporations like Hewlett-Packard to starting his own diverse businesses.
- What inspired the creation of VK Vision Financial? Discover the origins of Venkataraman’s first entrepreneurial venture in wealth management and how it caters to over 1,500 families.
- What is legacy planning and why is it crucial? Understand the importance of legacy planning in wealth management, how it secures a financial future for heirs, and Venkat’s approach to this meticulous process.
- How did Satvic Certification Singapore come to be? Explore the conception of Satvic Certification in Singapore, driven by Venkat’s personal experiences and challenges as a vegetarian in Singapore.
- How are Venkat’s initiatives empowering single mothers and students? Find out about Venkat’s commitment to social impact through training programs designed for single mothers and students, enhancing their life skills and employability.
- What are the personal passions that drive Venkat’s diverse interests? Get a glimpse into the personal interests and motivations that fuel Venkat’s business ventures and his contributions to society.
- How does he handle the inevitable ups and downs of starting and running a business? Learn how he navigated the difficulties of getting his business off the ground, including the strategies and support systems that helped him overcome obstacles and achieve success.
- Rapid fire round
Our Guest: Venkataraman Kumar
Venkataraman Kumar is the director of Sattvik Certifications Singapore Pte Ltd; and the founder & director of Singadvisor.com. Sattvik Certifications Singapore has launched the world’s first certification for vegetarian and vegan food and lifestyle in the Southeast Asia market. The company has a registered corporate office in Singapore.