I run Meesho, which is focused on bringing small businesses online, as e-commerce was primarily about smartphones and selling online at that time.

In 100 years, I hope Meesho remains user-focused and continues to build scalable products that impact lives in unimaginable ways.

The average user of Meesho is typically a woman from tier 2 or tier 3 cities, often with no prior business experience, who aspires to start her own venture without needing initial investment.

Meesho allows anyone in India to start and grow a social store on platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram, enabling them to sell products without needing upfront capital.

In India, 90% of commerce occurs in small mom-and-pop stores, and many aspiring entrepreneurs lack the capital to start their own businesses, which Meesho addresses by providing a platform for them to sell online.

Meesho's growth strategy includes continuously solving complex problems and expanding the range of products available to resellers, which has led to increased income for users.

If Facebook or Amazon were to enter the reselling space, they might struggle to replicate the unique community-driven model that Meesho has established, as they can't cater to every niche market effectively.

Founders should focus on solving big problems in India, such as housing, education, and healthcare for tier 2 and tier 3 users.

Meesho leverages community trust by enabling local entrepreneurs to sell unbranded products, which helps overcome consumer skepticism about quality and reliability.