A'Gem' of a Pioneer
A strong supporter of women’s economic empowerment, Archana believes that entrepreneurship is for all. An example herself, she runs a successful business – a pioneer of Indian costume jewellery exports. Deepak Kumar | March 2016 Issue | The Dollar Business Archana Garodia Gupta, Owner Touchstone Gems & Jewellery India (P) Ltd. “No woman in my family had ever worked before or had stayed in a hostel before. Therefore, my going to IIM Ahmedabad was a big decision for my family and there was a lot of opposition,” says Archana Garodia Gupta, recalling her days of youth. We sit down in her stylish dining room – decorated with attractive paintings, artifacts and ancient artworks – overlooking a beautiful garden. Elegantly dressed, she oozes a ...
