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Shanu Mehta
Shanu Mehta is an Indian entrepreneur and technology professional, known as the co-founder of MMC Convert and founder of ArthSangini, an initiative focused on financial literacy and women empowerment.[1]
Early life and education
Shanu Mehta was born and raised in Neemuch, in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. She completed her schooling in her hometown before pursuing higher education in engineering.
She obtained a Bachelor of Technology degree in Computer Science from the Modi Institute of Technology and Science, near Jaipur. Following her undergraduate studies, she interned at IBM.
Mehta later completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Materials Management, Pune.
Career
After completing her MBA, Mehta began her professional career as a management trainee at ZF Gears, a forging company.
In 2011, during a visit to New Zealand, Mehta and her husband Ankit Mehta encountered a situation that contributed to the founding of their business. While traveling in a cable car, they overheard a fellow passenger discussing issues with his accounting system.
Drawing on their respective backgrounds in technology and accounting, the couple proposed a solution. The individual was later identified as Rod Drury, founder of Xero. After consulting his technical team, the solution was found to be viable.[2]
Following this interaction, they were offered an opportunity to work with him; however, they chose to pursue the idea independently.
Later in 2011, they returned to India and co-founded MMC Convert. The company initially operated with limited resources and began by providing accounting software migration services to a small number of organizations. In its early phase, the business was run by a small team working remotely
Mehta is also the founder of ArthSangini, a non-governmental organization focused on financial literacy and empowerment of women, particularly in underserved communities. Through ArthSangini, she has been involved in initiatives aimed at educating women on financial management and financial awareness.[3]
The organization has conducted programs for various groups, including women constables, to promote financial literacy.[4]
The initiative has also undertaken awareness efforts on social issues such as human trafficking and financial independence.[5]
Public engagement and recognition
Mehta has been featured in media platforms and discussions related to entrepreneurship, financial technology, and women empowerment. She has also been recognized among notable women in accounting and finance.
Awards and recognition
Mehta has received recognition for her contributions to entrepreneurship and women empowerment.
· She has been listed among the Top 50 Women in Accounting (2019) by Ignition.[6]
· She was honoured with the Naari Shakti Samman by the Government of Madhya Pradesh.[7]
· She was recognised at the Naidunia Nayika Awards 2023 as a “Pride of Indore”.[8]
Personal life
Shanu Mehta is married to Ankit Mehta, with whom she co-founded MMC Convert.
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