Niharika Verma — Co-Founder
Creative Entrepreneur | Brand Visionary | Founder with a Mission to Globalize Indian Luxury Lifestyle Brand I am a design-driven entrepreneur with a passion for crafting global lifestyle brands rooted in India's rich heritage and creativity. With a dynamic blend of creativity, perseverance, and business acumen, I have charted an inspiring journey from a small town in India to building impactful ventures that resonate with global audiences. Starting my professional journey at just 18, I honed my skills in design, marketing, and management while pursuing my education. As a proud alumnus of the National Institute of Design (NID), I developed a strong foundation in design principles that have been instrumental in shaping my entrepreneurial ventures. Professional Milestones Founder, BonKids: Co-founded India's first Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brand specializing in licensed merchandise for kids alongside Punit Vermma. Under my leadership, BonKids grew rapidly, delivering innovative products that captivated our audience. The venture's success culminated in its acquisition by Mensa Brands, a testament to our market impact and forward-thinking strategies. Vision & Mission My vision is to bridge the gap between India's manufacturing potential and global branding, transforming perceptions of Indian products on the international stage. I am driven by a profound belief in Indian craftsmanship and innovation, aiming to create lifestyle brands that celebrate our heritage while meeting global standards of quality and appeal. What Drives Me Empowering Indian creativity to shine on a global scale Building sustainable, design-centric businesses that leave a lasting impact Connecting with like-minded professionals to explore new frontiers in branding, entrepreneurship, and global market expansion Let's connect to exchange ideas, collaborate, and amplify the vibrancy of Indian designs and entrepreneurship on the world stage. Together, we can redefine how Indian brands are perceived and celebrated worldwide.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a B2C E-commerce entrepreneur focused on lifestyle branding.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 20 yrs 5 mos
Career Highlights
- Co-founded India's first D2C kids' brand.
- Led BonKids to acquisition by Mensa Brands.
- Passionate about globalizing Indian luxury lifestyle.
Work Experience
Outerworld
Founder - Creative Director (1 yr 5 mos)
BONKIDS
Founder (3 yrs 10 mos)
BonOrganik Apparels Pvt.Ltd
Founder at BonOrganik Apparels Pvt.Ltd. (12 yrs 2 mos)
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Associate Designer (1 yr 1 mo)
Pathways School Noida
Design and Technology Associate (4 mos)
Genesis Luxury
Design Associate (5 yrs 7 mos)
India Today
Design Intern @ Cosmopolitan Magazine (3 mos)
Wizcraft International Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
Design Consultant (7 mos)
Rajiv Gandhi Foundation
Design Consultant (1 yr 2 mos)
Education
Goldman Sach 10K Executive Education Program at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Post Graduate Diploma at National Institute of Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at College of Art, New Delhi