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As India makes its mark in space exploration, its success is boosting a new generation of space-tech entrepreneurs. Amongst the earliest of these is Pawan Kumar Chandana, Co-Founder and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, the only company to successfully launch a rocket on its first attempt. Recounting the challenges he encountered in growing from a modest team of two to a powerhouse of 280 scientists and engineers, he leaves us with lessons on how to dream big and succeed even bigger.
About Pawan Kumar Chandana:
Pawan Kumar Chandana is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, India’s leading space-tech enterprise. Before Skyroot, Pawan worked as a scientist at ISRO - the Indian Space Research Organization. An alum of IIT Kharagpur, with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's degree in Thermal Science and Engineering, Pawan has been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia and named among India Today's Next 100 Young Achievers. He is also a speaker, mentor, and thought leader in the space sector and writes for leading publications.
Follow Pawan Kumar Chandana here:
linkedin.com/in/pawan-kumar-chandana-a90b6514
About INK:
INK is India’s preeminent platform for the exchange of cutting-edge ideas and inspiring stories. Known for the annual INK Conference, INK Asia, INK Salons, and programs such as INK Fellows, we are a community that accelerates the journeys of game changers. Connect with us: inktalks.com
As India makes its mark in space exploration, its success is boosting a new generation of space-tech entrepreneurs. Amongst the earliest of these is Pawan Kumar Chandana, Co-Founder and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, the only company to successfully launch a rocket on its first attempt. Recounting the challenges he encountered in growing from a modest team of two to a powerhouse of 280 scientists and engineers, he leaves us with lessons on how to dream big and succeed even bigger.
About Pawan Kumar Chandana:
Pawan Kumar Chandana is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, India’s leading space-tech enterprise. Before Skyroot, Pawan worked as a scientist at ISRO - the Indian Space Research Organization. An alum of IIT Kharagpur, with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's degree in Thermal Science and Engineering, Pawan has been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia and named among India Today's Next 100 Young Achievers. He is also a speaker, mentor, and thought leader in the space sector and writes for leading publications.
Follow Pawan Kumar Chandana here:
linkedin.com/in/pawan-kumar-chandana-a90b6514
About INK:
INK is India’s preeminent platform for the exchange of cutting-edge ideas and inspiring stories. Known for the annual INK Conference, INK Asia, INK Salons, and programs such as INK Fellows, we are a community that accelerates the journeys of game changers. Connect with us: inktalks.com
