Darshana Thakkar

National President

Entrepreneurship Development Council

India

Darshana Thakkar is a distinguished expert in business transformation, helping organizations achieve sustainable growth with speed, scale, and operational excellence. An Electrical Engineer with an MBA in Operations, she brings a powerful combination of technical knowledge and management expertise to every project she leads.

With 27 years of hands-on experience, Darshana has dedicated her career to transforming Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs). Her deep understanding of industry challenges and practical problem-solving approach enable client organizations to achieve quick, measurable, and long-lasting results. She specializes in identifying and resolving operational bottlenecks, strengthening business systems, and accelerating organizational performance.

Passionate about the growth of the Indian startup ecosystem, Darshana actively mentors emerging entrepreneurs, offering strategic guidance, hand-holding, and execution support to help startups scale rapidly and sustainably. She also works with the Government of Gujarat in various startup initiatives.

A strong advocate for women’s entrepreneurship and leadership, she is committed to empowering women to pursue their professional ambitions and life goals. Darshana is widely recognized for her impactful contributions to the MSME and startup ecosystem, earning multiple accolades, awards, and media coverage over the years.