Rishi Khiani
Founder & CEO at Kaam.com · Serial Entrepreneur
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Entrepreneur and continuous learner at the intersection of technology and consumer needs. Currently spearheading Kaam.com's evolution from hospitality to a comprehensive tech accelerator focused on job creation, skills development, and women's economic empowerment. With two successful exits (UrbanEye to Network18, Scootsy to Swiggy) and experience as former CEO of Times Internet, I'm building India's future employment ecosystem.
- urbaneye@gmail.com
- kaam.com
- linkedin.com/in/rishikhiani
- Kaam.com · Antfarm Business Incubator
Kaam.com
Founder & CEO (March 2020 - Present)
Transforming India's employment ecosystem through technology-driven job creation, skilling, and women's economic empowerment. Building comprehensive platform connecting talent with opportunities while prioritizing work-life quality at scale.
Antfarm Business Incubator
Founder & CEO (September 2012 - Present)
Mumbai-based venture studio focused on ideating and growing global brands from India. Successfully incubated and scaled multiple ventures with diverse business models.
Scootsy
Founder (2015 - 2018) · Acquired by Swiggy
Pioneered premium food delivery and quick commerce in India with 24/7 multi-category delivery. Built India's first and only premium food delivery platform to successfully scale. Now operates as Instamart and Swiggy Gourmet, contributing ₹5000 crores annual revenue.
UrbanEye
Founder (1998 - 2006) · Acquired by Network18
Early digital agency that achieved profitability within 12 months. Expanded globally with 3 international offices. Built impressive client portfolio including US Army, US Navy, Nike, MTV, and Universal Music.
Premium audience and native advertising platform with global footprint, part of Antfarm portfolio.
Built Fork Content Network with category-leading brands: HauterFly, Mashable India, AskMen, IGN, Curly Tales
Kaabil Initiative
Empowering Women, Transforming India
In partnership with the Mahindra Group, I've launched Kaabil—an initiative aimed at creating one million jobs for women across India, reinforcing a commitment to inclusive economic growth. This platform extends beyond traditional talent sourcing to become a beacon of innovation in the broader job market.
Key Features:
- Gender-intentional job platform with hyperlocal listings
- AI-powered job matching for first-time job seekers
- Comprehensive skilling and career development programs
- Strategic corporate partnerships aligning with CSR objectives
- Focus on sectors: Retail, Healthcare, BPO, BFSI
- Mobile-first approach with instant profile creation
Building ecosystem partnerships to scale women's employment initiatives:
- Mahindra Group: Anchor partner providing foundation and resources
- Government Partnerships: Scaling employment initiatives through policy alignment
- Corporate CSR Programs: Aligning employment goals with corporate social responsibility
- NGOs & Community Organizations: Grassroots implementation and reach
- Educational Institutions: Skill development and training programs
Economic Empowerment
Creating sustainable income opportunities for women across urban and rural India
Skill Development
Industry-relevant training programs preparing women for evolving market demands
Workplace Inclusion
Promoting gender-responsive policies and safe work environments
Community Building
Creating support networks of mentors, collaborators, and recruiters
Founder & CEO
Leading transformation from hospitality platform to comprehensive employment ecosystem. Built Kaabil platform with Mahindra Group targeting 1M jobs for women. Established strategic partnerships and distributed recruiter network across India.
Founder & CEO
Built innovative venture studio incubating multiple successful businesses including Scootsy (acquired by Swiggy), Fork Media Group (ranked #4 Deloitte Fast 50), and health tech platforms.
Founder
Pioneered premium food delivery in India with 24/7 service. Successfully exited to Swiggy, now operating as Instamart and Swiggy Gourmet contributing ₹5000 crores annually.
CEO
Expanded monthly visitors from 12M to 30M (150% growth). Built Gaana.com to #1 music platform in 3 months. Secured IPL streaming rights and launched Times apps across platforms.
COO (Web18)
Launched and scaled flagship properties including MoneyControl, BookMyShow, In.com, and Yatra. Pioneered India's first cloud-based music streaming service.
Founder
Built profitable digital agency within 12 months. Expanded globally with clients including US Army, Nike, MTV. Successfully exited to Network18 Group.
Universidad de Salamanca
Spanish Language Studies (1997 - 1998)
Babson College
Entrepreneurial Studies
School of the Museum of Fine Arts
Art/Art Studies, General (1995 - 1996)
Campion School
ICSE (1980 - 1990)
- 2 Successful Exits: UrbanEye to Network18 (2006), Scootsy to Swiggy (2018)
- Built Gaana.com: From concept to #1 music platform in India within 3 months
- Times Internet Growth: Expanded from 12M to 30M monthly visitors (150% growth)
- Fork Media Success: #4 on Deloitte Fast 50 Asia, 1B+ monthly views
- IPL Digital Rights: Secured streaming, radio, and international broadcast rights
- Kaabil Initiative: Targeting 1M jobs for women across India with Mahindra
- Pioneer in Premium Delivery: Created India's first successful premium food delivery platform
- Digital Innovation: India's first cloud-based music streaming licensing deals