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Varun Agarwal

Co-Founder, Alma Mater Store
Bengaluru, Karnataka,India
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Varun Agarwal's Overview

Total Experience32 years
CompanyAlma Mater Store
CountryIndia

Varun Agarwal is an Indian entrepreneur, author, filmmaker, and motivational speaker. He is best known for co-founding Alma Mater Store, an online portal for merchandise for students and alumni of schools and colleges in India, which he started in 2009. He also co-founded Reticular, a social media marketing firm, and Mubble, a mobile app for tracking prepaid mobile balance and data usage, which was later acquired by InMobi. Varun authored the national bestseller 'How I Braved Anu Aunty and Co-Founded a Million Dollar Company,' which chronicles his entrepreneurial journey and became a hit among young aspiring entrepreneurs. He is a noted public speaker, often addressing young audiences on entrepreneurship, following one's passion, and overcoming societal pressures. He also ventured into filmmaking, directing a Kannada feature film.

Professional Summary

Varun Agarwal's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Alma Mater Store - Co-Founder (2009 to Present)
Various Org - Public Speaker (2012 to Present)
Mento - Founder, CEO (2018 to 2021)
How I Braved Anu Aunty & Co-Founded a Million Dollar Company - Author (2012 to 2012)

Notable Achievements

Co-founder of Alma Mater Store

Successfully co-founded and scaled Alma Mater, a leading online store for customized merchandise for educational institutions in India, catering to a niche market with significant success since 2009.

Bestselling Author

Authored the national bestseller 'How I Braved Anu Aunty and Co-Founded a Million Dollar Company,' which was published in 2012 and inspired millions of young Indians to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

Co-founder of Mubble

Co-founded the tech startup Mubble, a mobile app for tracking prepaid mobile balance and data usage, which was successfully acquired by InMobi, showcasing his ability to build and exit tech ventures.

Filmmaker and Content Creator

Directed a Kannada feature film titled 'An Odu Story' (earlier titled 'A Dummies Guide to Love') and is involved in creating diverse content, showcasing his versatility beyond business.

Motivational Speaker & INK Fellow

A sought-after motivational speaker who has delivered numerous talks, including at INK Conferences (in association with TED), encouraging youth to pursue their dreams and challenging conventional paths. He is an INK Fellow.

Educational Background

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Telecommunications Engineering

CMR Institute Of Technology - Year 2004

ISC - Science

Bishop Cotton Boys'​ School - Year 2002

ICSE

Bishop Cotton Boys'​ School - Year 1990

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Company Overview

Alma Mater Store
Total employees35
HeadquartersChicago
Founded2005

Alma Mater Store is a premier retailer specializing in officially licensed collegiate apparel, accessories, and gifts. We offer a wide selection of high-quality merchandise for students, alumni, and fans to celebrate and support their favorite universities and colleges. Our mission is to provide an exceptional shopping experience with products that embody school spirit and pride.

Alma Mater Store Funding Information
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