TradeFlock Unveils 40 Under 40 - 2026, Recognising Emerging Business Leaders
Recognising and honouring India’s Next-Generation Entrepreneurs, Innovators and Corporate Leaders Driving Transformational Growth Across Industries.
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India | 20, February, 2026 - TradeFlock has released its 40 Under 40 2026 edition, a prominent list featuring the brightest & boldest business leaders in India. In this annual edition, TradeFlock recognises under-40 innovative entrepreneurs and influencers who are results-driven, resilient and future-focused. The list has been finalised from hundreds of exceptional nominations from contributors across AI, Ed-Tech, FinTech, Fashion, Quick Commerce, Aerospace, Real Estate, and FMCG industries.
While TradeFlock’s previous issues, 40 Under 40 2023, 40 Under 40 2024, and 40 Under 40 2025, spotlight on leaders like Dheeraj Agarwal (ABHICL), Pranav Goel (Porter), Rashi Agarwal (Zypp Electric), Aadit Palicha (Zepto), Aasawari Kane (PadCare Labs), Ajay Kumar Reddy (Cricket Association for the Blind in India), Aneesh H Kumarr (Aditya Birla Group), and Nikhil Doda (Archian Foods Pvt. Ltd.), topping the list of 40 Under 40 2026 is Vishnu Rajendran Pillai, Founder & Managing Director of Zealosh Training, who is known for strengthening organisations through training programs.
A multi-step process was used to compile TradeFlock’s 40 Under 40 - 2026 list, starting with research to identify young leaders across sectors based on impact, leadership, innovation, and growth. Nominees were evaluated through a structured assessment of business performance, scalability, influence, recognition, and results. The evaluation benchmarked industry leaders across quantitative and qualitative factors, including thought leadership, governance, team-building, sustainability, and long-term value. Leaders seeking features were also assessed. After multiple rounds of review, 40 finalists were selected to ensure credibility, merit, and sector representation. The data-driven approach highlighted impact, responsible leadership, and future potential over popularity or titles.
TradeFlock’s 40 Under 40 2026 features diverse young leaders, including;
• Amol Mantri, Marketing Lead of Goel Ganga Developments
• Ashish Choudhary, Head of Finance of ZFunds
• Deepak Gangwar, Founder of HNW
• Dhiraj Bansal, Chief Marketing Officer of Kundan Spaces
• Divyu Sachdeva, Director of Laxmi Remote (India) Pvt. Ltd.
• Himanshu Bhardwaj, Founding Member (Go To Market) of Sprouts.ai
• Kailash Nadh, CTO of Zerodha
• Manoj Kumar Velamala, Associate Vice President – Product Development of Naukrigulf (Info Edge)
• Mayank Jani, Managing Director of Nanta Tech Limited
• Pratyush Havelia, Co-Founder & CTO of Parspec
• Priyesh Dalmia, Co-Founder of Spectalpack
• Rishika Namdev, Founder of Saptamveda
• Dr. Shravan Khetan, Managing Director of Shravan Hospital Pvt. Ltd. (SHPL)
• Trina Moitra, Chief Marketing Officer of Convert
There are many other young and innovative leaders on the list.
The future of young entrepreneurs is full of exciting opportunities, driven by innovation, flexibility, and purpose. Thanks to access to global markets, digital tools, and AI solutions, they can grow scalable businesses more quickly than ever. Focusing on sustainability, inclusivity, and technology will shape their ventures, creating a vibrant landscape. As old barriers fade, these young founders are not just building companies but also creating ecosystems that can transform industries, jobs, and economies worldwide. With India emerging as a global hub of innovation, Tradeflock’s 40 Under 40 - 2026 list highlights the inspiring stories and insights of these leaders, showing how they are fostering innovation and making a positive difference.
TradeFlock is a premier platform for business insights and community engagement, empowering professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders through curated knowledge, thought leadership, and networking opportunities. By highlighting emerging talent, fostering cross-industry dialogue, and providing strategic resources, TradeFlock connects innovators with actionable insights that drive growth, transformation, and sustainable success in India’s dynamic economic environment.
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