Vijayakumar’s leadership journey reflects a consistent focus on innovation, resilience & ecosystem development. Beginning his career in technology ventures, he transitioned from computer consumables & hardware into manufacturing, IT & rural development. These experiences not only sharpened his business acumen but also laid the foundation for his role as a mentor & investor.

For the past 17 years, he has been an active contributor to the global entrepreneurship movement. His engagements with the National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN), India’s first Seed Business Accelerator Kyron , the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Entrepreneurs Program, the Native Lead Foundation & TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs) reflect his commitment to nurturing first generation entrepreneurs and supporting thousands of students in exploring entrepreneurship as a career.

As a thought leader, Vijayakumar brings expertise in knowledge management, business modelling, go-to-market strategy, mergers & acquisitions, product development, and financial analysis. His ability to integrate strategy & execution has enabled organisations and startups alike to achieve measurable growth.

Through Makershub, Founderpassion , Foundation & his ongoing mentorship, Vijayakumar continues to bridge education, innovation & entrepreneurship, empowering both young minds and emerging founders to thrive in an evolving economy