From Corporate Leadership to Entrepreneurship: Abhishek Ganguly's Journey to Co-Founding Agilitas
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Founded with a vision to transform the industry, Agilitas boasts a comprehensive approach, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, robust research and development centres, and visionary product design labs...
SANYA ARORA
From Corporate Leadership to Entrepreneurship: Abhishek Ganguly's Journey to Co-Founding Agilitas

After working with Puma for 17 years, of which 9 were as Managing Director, and before that working with Reebok India as regional manager, Abhishek Ganguly went a step up from his corporate skills. He turned to entrepreneurship and cofounded his footwear venture, Agilitas.

A pioneering sports company headquartered in Bengaluru, Agilitas is redefining the landscape of sportswear with an unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and consumer engagement. Founded with a vision to transform the industry, Agilitas boasts a comprehensive approach, seamlessly integrating cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, robust research and development centres, and visionary product design labs. Through strategic acquisitions - including the recent acquisition of Mochiko, India's leading sports footwear manufacturer - Agilitas solidified its position as a global force in sportswear. With a portfolio of iconic brand partnerships and exclusive licenses, Agilitas is poised to make a lasting impact on the global stage.

At the core of its mission lies a dedication to insight-led strategies, consumer-centric designs, and agile operations, setting a new standard for the future of sportswear.

In an exclusive interview with Sanya Arora of IMAGES Business of Fashion, Abhishek Ganguly, Co-Founder, Agilitas, spoke of the company's overarching vision and ambitious plans for the future.

Excerpts from the freewheeling chat…

First and foremost – why did you decide to leave the comfort and security of a high level corporate post and venture into your own business?

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