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Ashutosh Valani

Ashutosh Valani

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Birth & Early Life

  • Ashutosh Valani is the Founder of Renee Cosmetics and the Co-Founder & CEO of Beardo, a male grooming company.
  • Prior to Beardo, he co-founded AajkiItem.com, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit.
  • In 2016, Ashutosh enlisted actors Suniel Shetty and Shahid Kapoor as brand ambassadors for Beardo, enhancing its brand presence.
  • In 2020, he, along with college friends Priyank Shah and Aashka Goradia, co-founded Renee Cosmetics, expanding into the cosmetics industry.
  • The idea for Beardo stemmed from personal experiences with beard care, leading Ashutosh and Priyank to create solutions.
  • Villain and Renee were subsequently launched to provide comprehensive solutions in grooming and cosmetics, respectively.
  • Marico and Mensa both showed interest in Ashutosh's ventures, with Marico acquiring Beardo and Mensa investing in Renee Cosmetics.

Physical Status

Male

Education

Institution
Degree
Duration
Brunel University London
MIB, International Business
2007 - 2008
SMPI
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), International Business
2004 - 2007

careers

Position
Company
Duration
Co-Founder
Renee Cosmetics
Jul 2020 - Present
Co-Founder (Acquired by Mensa)
Villain Life
Sep 2020 - Sep 2021
Founder (Acquired by Marico)
Zed Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd.
May 2016 - Jun 2020

Personal Details

Married

Events

Awards and Honours

  • Fortune India's 40 under 40 list 
  • Times Most Influential Personalities
    • 2021
    • Entrepreneur category
    • Economic Times