Ms. Ananya Birla

Ms. Ananya Birla is a successful businesswoman and platinum selling artist. Her first company, Svatantra Microfin Pvt. Ltd., founded at the age of 17, is amongst India's fastest growing MFIs. It has crossed an AUM of USD 1 billion and has grown at a CAGR of 120% (2015-2022). With over 7000 employees, it has consistently been accorded a Great Place To Work. With a CRISIL A+ rating, Svatantra is the youngest, highest-rated organisation in the sector. Svatantra successfully acquired Micro Housing Finance Corporation Ltd. in 2018. Her innovation across the business has resulted in a number of firsts in the industry, and solidified Svatantra's position as an industry leader in financial services. Ms. Birla is also the founder of the design-led home décor brand Ikai Asai.

On the social front, Ms. Ananya Birla has co-founded Mpower, and advocates the need for conversations around mental health in India. She is also the founder of the Ananya Birla Foundation that does pioneering research in mental health and social impact.