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ABOUT ANU
Anu Bhardwaj is the Founder & CTO of SHEQONOMI, a suite of mobile apps targeting the bottom billion with women-led podcasts. Ranked highly among global startups, SHEQONOMI aims to bridge the digital divide with a gender lens, fostering financial inclusion and empowerment. Anu has a rich background in international business development, focusing on women in private equity and philanthropy. With a career marked by innovation and impact, she's also the founder of The State of Women Institute, emphasizing the voices of marginalized women and girls. Anu's vision extends to creating platforms that elevate women's narratives, driving social change and enhancing connectivity globally. Her leadership style blends empathy, innovation, and a focus on sustainable growth.
IMPACTING LIVES DEFINES SUCCESS.
Anu Bhardwaj
ANU IN A NUTSHELL
Founder & CTO
SHEQONOMI
area of expertise
Media India 🇮🇳
companies Anu has worked for
ANU AS A LEADER
Success for Anu is about creating freedom of choice and impacting lives positively through technological innovations that reach millions of users, particularly women and girls in underserved communities. Her work with SHEQONOMI exemplifies her commitment to transforming lives and promoting financial literacy and empowerment.
Leadership is not simple.
Great Leaders listen because it matters.
The future of leadership is feminine.
When I think of a leader, I think of Indira Gandhi.
INNOVATE FOR TRANSFORMATION.
Anu Bhardwaj
ANU ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Anu manages the challenges of work-life balance by setting priorities that shift based on her family's and business's needs. As a former fitness instructor, she values physical wellness and incorporates sports and therapy into her routine to maintain her mental health. Her company's forced holiday policy ensures that her team remains healthy and productive by mandating breaks to prevent burnout, reflecting her holistic approach to personal and professional life management.
ANU ON WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT
Anu is dedicated to reducing the digital divide with a focus on gender, promoting connectivity as a basic human right. Her initiatives aim to increase financial literacy and empower women through accessible technology. SHEQONOMI's global reach and impact on women's lives underscore her commitment to creating meaningful change and fostering an environment where women and girls can thrive.
EMPOWERMENT THROUGH CONNECTIVITY.
Anu on becoming a better leader
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