Current Role | Entrepreneur & Former CEO, Zilingo |
Previous Position | Analyst, Sequoia Capital |
Key Recognition | Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 | Youngest female founder of a $1B startup |
Background and Early Foundations
Ankiti Bose began her career at McKinsey and later at Sequoia India, where she noticed inefficiencies in Asia’s fashion supply chain. In 2015, she co-founded Zilingo to digitize and empower fashion SMEs across Southeast Asia.
Career Milestones and Impact
Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
2015 | Co-founded Zilingo at age 23 |
2018 | Raised $226 million from Sequoia, Temasek, and others |
2019 | Zilingo valued at nearly $1 billion |
- HQ in Singapore, operational hubs across SEA
- Digitized supply chains for 50,000+ fashion vendors
- Key advocate for female founders and workplace equity
Leadership Style and Influence
Ankiti led with a bold, digital-first mindset, unafraid to challenge outdated systems. She prioritized technology, transparency, and inclusivity in fashion manufacturing.
Legacy and Future Focus
Though no longer with Zilingo, her role in SEA’s startup story remains influential. She continues to support innovation and speak globally on entrepreneurship.
