Gaurav S. Kushwaha, 

An IIT Delhi grad with no background in jewellery, Kushwaha has built BlueStone into one of India’s top two online jewellers, CaratLane being the other. He has disrupted an industry dominated by old family businesses with his lean tech team of 15, in addition to experienced hands procuring and sorting gemstones. A call centre assists potential customers. Backed by venture funds to the tune of $15 million, BlueStone’s website has made a mark with its rich visual experience: Repeat businesses yield 60% of sales.