ASCENT Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and business owners across India. We provide a confidential platform for peer-to-peer learning, mentorship, and leadership development, helping business leaders navigate challenges, scale their ventures, and achieve sustainable growth.
Built on the principles of trust, collaboration, and mutual growth, ASCENT brings together a diverse community of like-minded entrepreneurs who share experiences, insights, and practical wisdom in a safe, non-competitive environment.
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Your personal board of advisors. Curated peer groups that meet monthly for honest, high-trust conversations on business and life.
Your personal board of advisors. Curated peer groups that meet monthly for honest, high-trust conversations on business and life.
Ready to scale, but need direction? One-on-one sessions with top mentors who help you unlock clarity, focus, and growth.
Closed-door sessions with industry legends. Real stories, tough questions, and insider insights you won’t find anywhere else.
Short, sharp deep-dives on high-stakes topics. Get fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways to power your next move..
Where passion finds its people. Connect with peers who share your interests, from AI and D2C to HR, marketing, and more.
One day. One community. ASCENT’s flagship event – a full-day immersive experience where inspiration, learning, and connections come alive.
No entrepreneur grows in isolation. Every breakthrough I have had with Marico and with Kaya has come from engaging deeply with people who pushed my thinking, questioned my assumptions and expanded my vision.
That is the truth of entrepreneurship. It is not just about scaling a business. It is about scaling yourself. I started ASCENT with a clear purpose – to bring ambitious entrepreneurs into a space where they could learn from each other’s journeys, challenge conventional thinking and grow into better leaders. If you are building something that matters, you need a circle that sharpens you.
That is what ASCENT offers. A trusted environment to build, learn, and lead together.
First-time and serial entrepreneurs building innovative ventures
Startup and SME founders seeking growth and scaling strategies
Established business owners looking to expand and innovate
Next-generation leaders taking family businesses forward
Experience the power of peer-to-peer business growth
Connect with 8–10 non-competing entrepreneurs in confidential peer groups for honest discussions and shared learning.
Access guidance from successful business leaders and industry experts who understand your journey.
Participate in workshops, masterclasses, and knowledge sessions designed to enhance your leadership skills.
Share challenges, wins, and learnings in a safe, trusted environment without fear of competition.
Learn practical strategies for scaling, operations, finance, and market expansion from peers who’ve done it.
Build meaningful connections with a diverse network of entrepreneurs across industries and cities.
Being part of ASCENT has been a transformative experience. During challenging times, I gained fresh perspectives from a community of like-minded entrepreneurs whose invaluable support helped me navigate obstacles and emerge stronger than ever.
Experience the power of peer-to-peer business growth
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