Kanwal Rekhi
Indian-American entrepreneur and investor, early Silicon Valley founder who took a company public and co-founded TiE; instrumental in advocating telecom reforms and engaged in US–India strategic initiatives.
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Jan 24, 2026 • 49min
In Focus-Weekend | Talking entrepreneurship with ‘Ground Breaker’ Kanwal Rekhi
Kanwal Rekhi, an Indo-American entrepreneur and venture capitalist who founded a Nasdaq‑listed tech company and helped start TiE. He recalls arriving in 1960s America, breaking barriers in Silicon Valley, and the early risks of founding a startup. He discusses choosing cofounders, avoiding distraction, mentoring styles, and how policy and capital shape entrepreneurship today.
Jan 21, 2026 • 42min
Book Discussion | The Groundbreaker by Kanwal Rekhi
Kanwal Rekhi, an influential Indian-American entrepreneur and investor, shares insights from his memoir, detailing his journey as part of the 'dollar eight' emigrés. He discusses taking Exelan public and the challenges of changing perceptions of Indian-American leaders in Silicon Valley. Rekhi critiques India’s telecom monopoly and advocates for key reforms that transformed the sector. He highlights the evolution of India's startup ecosystem and the importance of grassroots entrepreneurship while addressing the geopolitical dynamics surrounding US-India relations.
