Jenil Gandhi (@jenil-gandhi)

Jenil Gandhi

Director @Avinya Vegan Leather

Jenil Gandhi is a passionate entrepreneur and the founder & director of Avinya Leather Pvt. Ltd., a pioneering startup that creates plant-based vegan leather from agricultural waste like wheat and rice straw. With a deep commitment to sustainability and innovation, he is on a mission to revolutionize the leather industry by offering biodegradable, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional leather.

Born and raised in Amreli, Gujarat, Jenil developed an early interest in business and pursued a Bachelor’s in Computer Applications. He gained hands-on experience in the startup ecosystem, working as a project intern at an incubation center and later as an investment analyst at 100X.VC.

Jenil’s vision is to scale Avinya globally, providing sustainable leather alternatives to industries like fashion, automotive, and furniture. He is committed to driving impact through innovation and conscious entrepreneurship. 🚀🌱

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