In our latest C-Suite Conversation, we spoke with Ahana Gautam, the visionary founder behind Open Secret who is redefining India’s relationship with snacking by “unjunking” traditional favorites.
Gautam’s entrepreneurial spirit was nurtured early by her mother, who shielded her from societal pressures while encouraging unconventional choices. This foundation profoundly shaped her inclusive leadership approach at Open Secret, where authenticity, resilience, discipline, and empowerment drive the company culture.
Open Secret’s mission stems from Gautam’s personal journey, as she candidly reveals how her understanding and learning of how processed foods impacted not just her health, but also that of millions others across Indian households. The disconnect between delicious and nutritious seems unnecessary, and a mission that has driven her entrepreneurial journey.
For aspiring women entrepreneurs, her advice resonates with hard-earned wisdom: resilience is of the essence, and evolving through them while staying true to yourself.
Watch the full-length, fascinating video, out now.
