Aayaan Manchanda
socially conscious young entrepreneur and leader who excels at using innovation and business skills to drive sustainable, impactful change in his community.
my initiaves
about me
I’m Aayaan Manchanda, a Grade 12 student at Lotus Valley International School, set to graduate in 2026 with a strong academic focus on Commerce, Economics, and Mathematics. My curiosity for business services has always pushed me to explore opportunities where I can combine leadership, creativity, and impact.
My passion for sustainability inspired me to create KALAECRAFT, a leadership project aligned with SDG-12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Through this initiative, I built two verticals around recycling and upcycling hotel bedsheets into usable products like bags, napkins, and coasters. Leveraging the skills I gained from the Meta Front-End Development Course, I even set up online marketing channels to sell these products.
Entrepreneurship for me goes beyond ideation—I’ve showcased my work at exhibitions hosted by leading hotels, including Radisson Blu, Northern Palace, Pushpak Palace, and Shiv DX. Alongside this, I’ve nurtured my interest in diplomacy and public speaking through several Model United Nations conferences and contributed to my school’s MUN as part of the Department of Delegate Affairs. A cultural exchange program in France further broadened my perspective on global learning and collaboration.
I’ve also gained hands-on experience through internships with Lynkube’s Young Leaders Program and ANB Auto India Pvt. Ltd., where I learned how leadership and innovation come together in real-world business. As Director of my school’s Business Learning Community, I continue to merge theory with action—whether by leading initiatives or volunteering at NGOs to teach children how to repurpose waste into useful items.
Each of these experiences has shaped me into someone who values leadership, innovation, and social responsibility, and I’m excited to carry these qualities forward into my future journey.
My Inspiration:
My greatest inspiration has been my father, whose dedication to serving the community through his food business left a lasting impact on me from a young age. Watching him go beyond just running a business—by supporting local causes, helping small vendors grow, and creating employment opportunities—taught me that entrepreneurship can be a powerful force for good. His ability to balance business success with social impact made me view leadership in a whole new light.
Motivated by his example, I began volunteering through my school’s Interact Club, where I got firsthand experience working with communities. Over time, as I engaged with people through NGOs and listened to real-life stories during internships, I felt a deep sense of purpose take root. These experiences shaped my belief that meaningful change starts with small, consistent efforts, and they continue to fuel my drive to build businesses that are both innovative and impactful.
Professional Skills
Social Entrepreneurship
Demonstrated through founding Kale-e-Kraft, leading sustainable business models, and blending commerce with social impact.
Sustainability & Upcycling
Expertise in responsible consumption, upcycling waste materials, and promoting circular economy initiatives aligned with SDG-12.
Team Building
Proven in organizing leadership programs, youth summits, and managing diverse teams across projects and events.
Community Engagement
Experience teaching at NGOs, volunteering, and driving grassroots change in mental health, education, and artisan empowerment.
Public Speaking
Participation and awards in Model UN conferences and dramatics, reflecting strong communication and diplomatic skills.
Creative Problem Solving
Ability to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges, from product development to social initiatives and business growth.
Portfolio
Resume
Education
Lotus Valley International School
Built a strong academic foundation with a focus on business, economics, and mathematics, developing analytical skills and a deep interest in sustainable business practices.
Meta Front-End Development Course
Acquired key web and digital marketing skills, enabling the creation and management of online platforms for social impact initiatives such as Kale-e-Kraft.
Dramatics & Performing Arts
Secured 2nd place, highlighting creativity, communication, and teamwork through impactful street theater.
Experience
Founder & Director
Founded and lead a social enterprise that empowers tribal artisans and promotes sustainability by upcycling hotel linens into eco-friendly products, combining craft with environmental responsibility.
Delegate & Team Leader
Represented countries in high-level committees (UNEA, G20), served in the Department of Delegate Affairs, and honed public speaking, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Exhibition Organizer – Eco-Sustainability Initiative (2024)
I organized and showcased eco-friendly products at Hotel Shiv Dx and Northern Palace, Delhi. The stalls featured items repurposed from recycled hotel linen along with sustainable crafts by local artisans and NGOs. This experience allowed me to promote creative recycling, support community empowerment, and build strong presentation and engagement skills.