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Next-gen e-commerce: BigBasket’s Hari Menon to track the quick-commerce surge and currency of speed amid big opportunities—register now to join the Fireside chat at ET Soonicorns Summit 2024

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
Next-gen e-commerce: BigBasket’s Hari Menon to track the quick-commerce surge and currency of speed amid big opportunities—register now to join the Fireside chat at ET Soonicorns Summit 2024
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The e-commerce sector in India is projected to grow from $3.349 billion to $9.951 billion by 2029. Quick commerce, which focuses on accessibility and fast deliveries, is driving the growth of leading FMCG companies in the e-commerce space. To discuss this, Hari Menon, Co-Founder of BigBasket, will be speaking at the Economic Times Soonicorns Summit in Bengaluru. Menon, a pioneer in India's e-commerce landscape, will share insights on the rapid growth of quick commerce and BigBasket's strategies for success. The summit will feature discussions on various topics within the startup ecosystem of India.

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ET Soonicorns Summit 2024: Reverse-flipping a trend, the future language of machines might be English, funding spring imminent, Karnataka’s booming startup ecosystem, and bridging the gender funding gap—morning wrap

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
ET Soonicorns Summit 2024: Reverse-flipping a trend, the future language of machines might be English, funding spring imminent, Karnataka’s booming startup ecosystem, and bridging the gender funding gap—morning wrap
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The ET Soonicorns Summit 2024 in Bengaluru featured various insightful sessions. BV Naidu, Chairman of Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, highlighted the thriving startup ecosystem in Bengaluru, which has produced 53 out of India's 115 unicorns. Hari Menon, Co-founder of BigBasket, discussed the growth of quick commerce, while Mayank Kumar, Co-founder and MD of upGrad, explored the future of machine learning and coding languages. Other panels addressed topics such as reverse-flipping startups, bridging the gender funding gap, and balancing regulatory issues in fintech. The summit continues with sessions on fundraising strategies.

To India with love: boAt founder Aman Gupta to delve deep into product innovation, building a household brand, challenges, and lessons at the ET Soonicorns Summit 2024

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
To India with love: boAt founder Aman Gupta to delve deep into product innovation, building a household brand, challenges, and lessons at the ET Soonicorns Summit 2024
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The ET Soonicorns Summit 2024 is scheduled to take place on September 20 in Bengaluru. This edition of the summit will focus on celebrating soonicorns - startups on the verge of becoming unicorns. A special Fireside chat with Aman Gupta, founder and CMO of boAt, will be held, discussing the journey of building a successful D2C brand. The summit aims to provide insights into product innovation, consumer-centric approaches, appealing to Gen-Z, data-driven strategies, and entrepreneurial resilience. The event will feature key industry leaders, investors, founders, and policymakers sharing their expertise. Registration for the summit is available.

Tata Group begins search for new BigBasket CEO: Report

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Tata Group begins search for new BigBasket CEO: Report
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Tata Group begins search for new BigBasket CEO: Report Tata Group-owned BigBasket is preparing for a leadership transition, with CEO and co-founder Hari Menon expected to step away from daily operations, according to an ET report. Menon, whose five-year term after Tata Digital’s acquisition of BigBasket in 2021 is coming to an end, is working with the board to identify a successor. As per the report, the search for a new CEO has been underway for months, and the appointment could be finalised soon. Tata Group is looking for an executive with strong execution skills to strengthen BigBasket’s position in the fast-growing quick commerce segment, where rivals Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto currently dominate. BigBasket was founded in 2011 by Hari Menon, VS Sudhakar, Vipul Parekh, Abhinay Choudhari, and VS Ramesh. While Choudhari exited after the Tata deal, Sudhakar also moved on earlier this year. Parekh continues to oversee marketing and finance, while Ramesh leads logistics and supply chain. The company recently brought in new leadership talent, appointing Manish Bajoria, former CFO of Vini Cosmetics, as its chief financial officer in July.

Kiranas are here to stay despite growing quick commerce adoption: BigBasket’s Hari Menon

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
Kiranas are here to stay despite growing quick commerce adoption: BigBasket’s Hari Menon
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BigBasket CEO Hari Menon believes that traditional kirana stores will continue to thrive despite the rise of quick commerce platforms. He emphasized the convenience and credit offered by kiranas and predicted that they would become more efficient and start delivering to homes, even without using an app. Menon admitted that he had initially been skeptical about the quick commerce model, but acknowledged its growing popularity, particularly in the grocery sector. He also highlighted the importance of solid execution and supply chain efficiency rather than simply relying on capital investment. Menon shared that BigBasket was selling three to four iPhones per minute through their quick commerce platform.

ET Soonicorns Sundowner Gurgaon - ​ET Soonicorns Sundowner Series makes second stop in Gurugram after Hyderabad debut ​

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ET Soonicorns Sundowner Gurgaon - ​ET Soonicorns Sundowner Series makes second stop in Gurugram after Hyderabad debut ​
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On 11th September 2025, the Gurugram Sundowner marked the second stop in the ET Soonicorns Sundowner series, following its debut in Hyderabad on 31st July. The Sundowner series, a region-focused extension of the flagship ET Soonicorns Summit, celebrates local entrepreneurial clusters and the next chapter of India’s startup story. With Gurugram, Delhi-NCR’s dynamic corridor, as its stage, the evening highlighted ambition, resilience, and the emerging scale of innovation. Key takeaways from the event span insights from industry leaders, investors, and founders shaping the future of NCR startups. ​ET Soonicorns Sundowner Series makes second stop in Gurugram after Hyderabad debut ​

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