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Ashwin Bhadri

Ashwin Bhadri

Serial entrepreneur, food safety expert, and business mentor

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Mumbai, India
Joined March 2026

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Ashwin Bhadri is a seasoned entrepreneur with a strong focus on the food, water, and air safety sectors in India. He founded Equinox Labs, a leading testing and auditing company, driven by a personal mission to improve public health and safety standards. He has successfully navigated the challenges of building and scaling businesses, with a track record of starting 15 ventures and actively running 7, in addition to being an angel investor in over 12 companies. ashwinbhadri+4
He is a recognized expert in food safety and FSSAI compliance, serving as a National Resource Person for the FSSAI. His expertise extends to training thousands of individuals and advising numerous companies on environmental health and safety policies, demonstrating his commitment to raising industry standards and public awareness. ashwinbhadri+4
Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors, Ashwin is a dedicated mentor and speaker. He actively mentors startups and entrepreneurs through various foundations like Marico Innovation Foundation, Food Future Foundation, and Huddle, sharing his business acumen and leadership philosophy. He also hosts multiple podcasts, including "Breaking The Ceiling," "Connecting The Dots," and "UnBoxing Success," aimed at inspiring and educating fellow entrepreneurs and leaders. ashwinbhadri+3
Ashwin has a diverse educational background, including studies at Cornell University in Global Food Safety Management, and business and management training at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. This combination of specialized industry knowledge and strong business fundamentals underpins his leadership and innovative approach. theorg+1
He champions a leadership style characterized by empathy, vision, and a commitment to meritocracy, encouraging open communication and challenging core beliefs to foster innovation within his organizations. His personal mantra emphasizes work-life balance, prioritizing family and personal health alongside professional success. wahstory

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RSRahul Subramaniam - Equinox Labssaid
ABAshwin Bhadri
is one of the best hiring managers they know for building high-performing marketing teams.

Mar 25, 2026