Tilak Mehta
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| Born | 2006 Gujarat, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Citizenship | India |
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| Organization | Paper N Parcels (Founder) |
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| Relatives | Tanvi Mehta |
Tilak Mehta (born 2006) is an Indian entrepreneur known for his innovative contributions to the logistics sector.[1] Mehta rose to prominence at a young age as the founder of Paper n Parcels, an online platform specializing in same-day delivery services.[2][3]
Mehta’s dedication to entrepreneurship and his commitment to empowering others have made him a notable figure in the business world. In 2018, he became the youngest recipient of the Forbes Leadership Award and received the Global Child Prodigy Award in 2020.[4][5]
Early life and education
Mehta was born in 2006 into a Gujarati family to his parents, Vishal Mehta and Kajal Mehta. He has a twin sister named Tanvi Mehta. Mehta attended the Garodia International Centre for Learning in Mumbai.
In 2023, Mehta completed his International Baccalaureate Diploma at Aditya Birla World Academy. He is pursuing his higher education at the University of Southern California, with a focus on artificial intelligence for business. He has enrolled in programs offered by the Marshall School of Business and the Viterbi School of Engineering.
Career
Mehta started his entrepreneurial journey while in 8th grade when he founded Paper n Parcels, inspired by a need for urgent same-day delivery services. The idea stemmed from a personal experience where he urgently required his books for exams but faced challenges with existing delivery services.[6] This led to the inception of 'Paper n Parcels,' an online platform specializing in shipping and logistics services tailored for businesses. Mehta's company offers a range of services, including parcel tracking, order management, and shipping insurance, with a focus on cost-effectiveness and efficiency.[7][8]
Mehta drew inspiration from Mumbai's dabbawalas for their speedy and cost-effective delivery model and collaborated with them to offer economical parcel delivery services. With initial financial support from his father and strategic collaboration with the dabbawalas, Mehta established Paper n Parcel in 2018.[9][10]
Since its inception in 2018, Paper n Parcels has grown significantly, achieving a turnover exceeding Rs 100 crore. The company has over 200 direct employees and 300 Dabbawalas, collectively managing 1200 deliveries daily. Mehta's uncle, Ghanshyam Kumar, is the current CEO of Paper n Parcels.[11] Under Kumar's leadership, the company continues to expand its operations, maintaining its commitment to providing efficient shipping and logistics services.[12]
On February 23, 2020, Paper n Parcels was acquired by a multinational corporation.[13][14]
Mehta actively engages with audiences on social media, sharing insights from his entrepreneurial journey to inspire other young individuals.[15] He has also been invited as a TEDx speaker, sharing his expertise and experiences in the business world with aspiring entrepreneurs globally.[16][17]
Awards and recognitions
- Mehta was honored as the youngest entrepreneur in the logistics sector at the 3rd edition of the India Maritime Awards.
- He was also recognized with the Forbes Leadership Award in 2018, making him the youngest recipient of this prestigious award in India.
- In 2020, he was awarded the Global Child Prodigy Award for his achievements in entrepreneurship.
References
- ↑ Sharma, Anjali. "Tilak Mehta". The CEO Magazine India. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Who Is Tilak Mehta? Indias Youngest Entrepreneur Who Began His Company At The Age Of 13, Has A Turnover Of Rs 100 Crore - Inspiring The Future". Zee News. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Tilak Mehta". EducationWorld. 5 April 2019. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Meet India's youngest entrepreneur who at 13 began his company, which now earns Rs 100 crore, his net worth is..." DNA India. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ Mehta, Tilak (4 February 2020). "How I became the youngest entrepreneur". www.ted.com. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ Jani, Poojan (29 July 2020). "The journey of The Youngest Entrepreneur of India Tilak Mehta". Medium. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Who Is Tilak Mehta? India's Youngest Entrepreneur Who Began His Company At The Age Of 13, Has A Turnover Of Rs 100 Crore – Inspiring The Future - SLSV - A global media & CSR consultancy network". www.soundnlight.in. 21 August 2023. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Tata Group reopens iconic Bombay House after renovations - Grand old building". The Economic Times. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Tilak Mehta | Founder of Papers and Parcels". Global Indian Youth. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Global Child Prodigy Awards". gcpawards.com. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "My parents have been really supportive, says 13-year-old entrepreneur Tilak Mehta". The Indian Express. 14 January 2019. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Meet Tilak Mehta, who became an entrepreneur at 13 and now owns a Rs 100 Crore company". The Times of India. 23 August 2023. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Meet Tilak Mehta, Who Founded 'Paper N Parcels' At The Age Of 13, Which Is Now Worth Rs. 100 Crores". BollywoodShaadis. 12 December 2023. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Inspiration – Meet Tilak Mehta, a 13-year-old boy who launched his own company named Paper n Parcels". prasar9.rssing.com. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "Tilak Mehta is one of India's youngest entrepreneurs and the founder of PapersNparcels". engage4more. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ iyer, rahul (15 September 2021). "School boy turned entrepreneur – Tilak Mehta's biography". Leader Biography. Retrieved 28 March 2024.
- ↑ "TILAK MEHTA- THE YOUNGEST ENTREPRENEUR IN INDIA". prezi.com. Retrieved 28 March 2024.