Kavita Kharayat is a trailblazing entrepreneur, devoted mother and second runner-up at Mrs India 2024. The co-founder of Contify – a market intelligence platform serving McKinsey, Wipro, MetLife and thousands of clients globally – has built Gurugram, Haryana-based company with nearly 400 employees without any venture capital funding. Simultaneously, she has raised her two children and is pursuing her own personal and professional interests, even while expanding Contify effortlessly. With a BSc in mathematics and degrees in master of computer applications, MBA from the Fore School of Management and a General Management Program from ISB, Ms Kharayat has gained global experience by working with international organisations. Her passion lies in empowering educated women who face barriers to traditional office jobs due to family responsibilities. Ms Kharayat shares her likes, dislikes, strengths and weaknesses in a lively chat with the IBJ.

How do you define yourself?
An entrepreneur and advocate for women’s empowerment, balancing my role as Contify’s co-founder with personal and professional growth

 What is your philosophy of life?
Embracing resilience, staying focused on my goals and empowering others

What is your passion in life?
Empowering women to achieve financial independence and success

What is your management mantra? 
To lead by example and create an environment where innovation and growth are encouraged at every level

A business leader you admire the most…
Indra Nooyi for her visionary leadership, transforming PepsiCo into a purpose-driven company 

Your strength...
Resilience and determination

Your weakness...
I tend to take on too many tasks myself.

What upsets you easily? 
Lack of clear communication

Your kind of music...
Soft 

Your kind of a movie...
Suspense Thriller 

Your favourite holiday destination...
Anywhere in mountains

Golf or Bridge...
Bridge 

Formal suit or casual attire...
Casual Attire

You are a tough, serious boss or…
Firm when needed, but approachable and supportive

How do you de-stress?
Going for a walk

Your fitness regime…
Yoga

Your stabilising factor...
My family

Ten years from now, where do we see you?
Continuing to grow as a leader, expanding my business globally and empowering more women to achieve financial independence and professional success