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The idea for Skillmatics began with a

key insight: As online shopping became
more prevalent, parents increasingly

took on the role of the primary buyers,
rather than children.

DEVANSHI KEJRIWAL
Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, Skillmatics

You co-founded Skillmatics at a young age. What gave you
Where Purpose Shapes Play the confidence to take that leap, and how did you earn
credibility with partners, investors and educators in those
Devanshi Kejriwal co-founded Skillmatics in 2016, aiming early days?
to create engaging, educational and sustainable learning Respect and credibility aren’t things that can be asked for
experiences for children. As Chief Product Officer, she or forced, they have to be earned through consistent work
focuses on developing eco-friendly, screen-free products and dedication over time. When I co-founded Skillmatics at
that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. a young age, I was fully aware that I had a lot to prove. What
gave me the confidence to take the leap was my passion for
Skillmatics has grown from a small start-up into India’s the vision we had. I truly believed in the potential of what
largest global toy and game brand, with annual revenues we were building, and that passion became the driving force
touching INR 700 cr and a global team of 300+ across behind everything we did.
offices in the US, UK and India.
In those early days, earning credibility with partners,
investors and educators was a process. It wasn’t
immediate, but over time, as we worked hard to bring
our vision to life and created a tangible impact, we built
trust and respect. The key was just staying focused on
our mission and explaining that vision with clarity and
conviction. As we began to make a global impact, that
passion turned into credibility, and that’s what helped build
lasting relationships.

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