Sharan Hegde is an Indian entrepreneur known for 'Finance with Sharan' on Instagram and YouTube. |
As a child, he was studious and curious about his father's restaurant business. |
He saved money during engineering, eventually investing in the stock market. |
Sharan's business interest grew while in college where he became CFO of Ashwa Racing Club. |
After unsuccessful attempts to join top companies, he got a job at KPMG in 2018. |
He delved into finance on YouTube, starting with his Mi phone and later an iPhone. |
Inspired by finance influencers, he learned about mutual funds and started investing. |
Sharan shares finance knowledge on social media and left PwC in 2022. |
During lockdown, he posted finance videos and reached over 2.5 million subscribers by 2024. |
He educates on mutual funds, taxation, and insurance, aiming to reach a broad audience. |
Sharan combines humor and info in his engaging, pop culture-filled videos. |
He faced initial negativity but expanded his reach through brand deals and collaborations. |
Sharan limits social media time and values family meals. |
Recognitions include Forbes 30 Under 30 and Economic Times Mega Influencer. |
The 1% Club initiative focuses on finance education and tax planning. |
In 2024, a tax planning program was launched in collaboration with Rishita Motwani. |
He also appeared on the cover of Social Ketchup magazine in 2024. |