FLO Pune, under the leadership of Chairperson Poonam Kochhar, successfully hosted an inspiring and insightful session, Classroom to Cosmetics: Building Institutions, Creating Brands, with Dr. Tarita Shankar, a visionary leader who transformed the education landscape through the Indira Group of Institutes and later ventured into the world of beauty and personal care with her cosmetics brand, Tee Ess.
Held under the FLO Startup vertical, the engaging session explored how a leader renowned for building educational institutions successfully diversified into a completely new industry. From shaping young minds in classrooms to creating a brand that promotes confidence, self-expression, and empowerment, Dr. Shankar shared a remarkable journey of innovation, resilience, and continuous reinvention.
During the session, she shared:
* Her entrepreneurial journey across diverse industries
* The inspiration and vision behind launching Tee Ess Cosmetics
* Valuable lessons in leadership, branding, and reinvention
* Insights into building purpose-driven ventures
* The significance of personal branding, confidence, and adaptability in today’s evolving world
The session left 52 attendees inspired with practical takeaways on embracing change, pursuing new opportunities, and creating meaningful impact beyond conventional career paths. It was a powerful reminder that entrepreneurship and reinvention have no age or industry boundaries, and that courage, vision, and determination can open doors to entirely new possibilities.