Headline

Building Masala Spray & BusinessNet | Tech-Enabled Financial Strategist | Innovating the Future of Indian Seasonings | Strategy & Execution

About

🌶️ VENTURE 1: MASALA SPRAY (FMCG) Modernizing the ₹80,000 Cr+ Indian Spice Market. Masala Spray is India’s first authentic spray based seasoning brand, solving the age-old problems of traditional spice powders: spillage, inconsistent portions, and hygiene concerns. The Innovation: Proprietary spray format delivering authentic regional flavours with cleaner handling and 24+ month shelf stability. Target Market: B2C (Modern homes, students) and B2B (QSRs, Cloud Kitchens needing standardized taste). Current Stage: Finalizing formulations with R&D partners. Fundraise: Raising ₹15 Cr Pre-Seed to set up manufacturing, execute urban pilots, and build IP. 🌐 VENTURE 2: BUSINESSNET (SaaS / Social) Redefining Professional Connection. Frustrated by the noise on existing platforms, I built and launched BusinessNet a text first, zero clutter professional network. The Solution: A high signal environment where messaging is restricted to mutual connections to eliminate spam. The Tech: Built personally using Next.js 14, Supabase, and Tailwind CSS for lightning-fast performance. Live at: http://businessnet.in 👨‍💻 BACKGROUND IIHMR Jaipur Pre-Incubation Graduate. I bridge the gap between Financial Strategy and Product Execution, combining financial modeling and market analysis with the technical ability to prototype and ship digital products rapidly. 🤝 OPEN TO CONNECTING WITH: Investors: Lead/co-investors for Masala Spray (₹2–5 Cr cheques). Mentors: FMCG veterans and Food Processing experts. Partners: QSRs/Cloud Kitchens for pilot testing. 📧 cagomase1999@gmail.com | 📱 +91-9767359364 🌐 Masala Spray: https://masalaspray.my.canva.site/

Location

Pune District

AI stack

langchain

langgraph

notion

openai

Work experience

Founder at BusinessNet, Jan 2026 - Present · 4 mos, ​Developed and scaled businessnet.in, a comprehensive digital platform designed to streamline business networking and resource sharing. ​Spearheaded the integration of strategic networking tools that allow users to connect with industry peers and potential partners seamlessly. ​Managed end-to-end digital operations, resulting in improved user engagement and a growing community of entrepreneurs and professionals. ​Implemented innovative features to enhance the platform's visibility and utility, ensuring high-quality leads and professional growth for registered members. ​Oversaw the technical and marketing roadmap to establish the site as a trusted hub for business information and connectivity.

Founder at Masala Spray, Jun 2025 - Present · 11 mos, Pune, Maharashtra, India, Building category-first spray-based authentic seasoning company. Transforming ₹5L+ Cr Indian spice industry with patent-pending spray technology. • Raised: Pre-seed fundraising (₹15 Cr target) • Partnership: Food Buddies (17+ years R&D experience) • Validation: 75%+ consumer preference vs traditional powder • Unit Economics: 68% gross margins

Junior Consultant at Singate and Associate LLP, Jan 2024 - Jun 2024 · 6 mos, Project Leadership: Successfully managed concurrent projects, enhancing client satisfaction through timely updates and innovative AI-driven solutions. Data Analytics Excellence: Conducted advanced data analysis using Excel increasing project efficiency through optimized research methodologies and automated reporting. Client Engagement: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and delivering results that consistently exceeded client expectations. Process Innovation: Implemented automated workflow systems that reduced manual processing time . AI Integration Pioneer: First to introduce AI tools in traditional consulting processes, setting new service delivery standards.

Article Trainee at Daware and Associate, Oct 2021 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos, Tax Compliance Excellence: Prepared comprehensive tax returns and supported audit processes, maintaining regulatory compliance across all client portfolios. System Enhancement: Designed and implemented internal control systems that improved financial accuracy and reduced processing errors. Strategic Reporting: Created detailed financial reports and strategic presentations using advanced Excel functions, providing actionable business performance insights to stakeholders. Risk Management: Conducted comprehensive risk analysis and developed mitigation strategies for medium to large-scale enterprises. Team Development: Mentored junior staff and coordinated multi-departmental projects successfully.

Article Trainee at PSBC and Associate, Jan 2020 - Sep 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos, Audit Excellence: Conducted comprehensive audits and tax assessments, improving compliance accuracy through systematic analytical frameworks. Client Success: Implemented strategic consulting initiatives that elevated customer satisfaction ratings within the first year. Process Optimization: Collaborated with senior professionals to develop analytical frameworks, enhancing decision-making processes across multiple projects. Quality Assurance: Established quality control procedures that reduced audit discrepancies . Digital Innovation: Introduced digital documentation systems that improved audit efficiency and accuracy.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, International Finance, amity University

CA Intermediate, The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India