Jul 28, 2026

12 Women, 12 Businesses

Women In Business · Kerala

12 Women, 12 Businesses

The founders behind the jewellery, food, fashion, craft, and education brands shaping Kerala’s small-business scene.

Portrait — Saranya Krishna
Jewelry

ATHMA

By Saranya Krishna

Redefining everyday elegance through affordable, high-quality jewelry designed to empower the modern woman’s style.

With a vision to redefine everyday elegance, Saranya Krishna is the founder of ATHMA, a jewellery brand that celebrates style, sophistication, and affordability — designed for modern women who appreciate both trend and timeless beauty, without compromising on value.

Entrepreneurial Journey. Saranya began ATHMA with a strong desire to create her own identity as an independent woman. Through dedication and consistent effort, she leveraged social media to connect with customers and steadily built trust through quality products and dependable service — what started as a personal dream gradually evolved into a growing brand supported by a loyal community.

Biggest Challenge

Establishing brand visibility and gaining customer trust in the early stages was her biggest hurdle. With patience, transparency, and a commitment to excellence, she transformed those challenges into stepping stones for growth.

Key Achievements

  • Continuously expanding customer base
  • Strong repeat purchase rate
  • Consistent positive customer feedback

“Start with what you have. Believe in yourself and stay consistent.”

Saranya Krishna
Portrait — Aami P
Haircare

Neelikeshadhi Haircare Products

By Aami P

Bringing the timeless healing of Ayurveda to modern hair care through pure, nature-powered traditions.

Rooted in tradition and powered by passion, Aami P is the founder of Neelikeshadhi Haircare Products, an Ayurvedic haircare brand inspired by the healing power of nature. With a deep belief that natural remedies offer the best solutions for healthy, beautiful hair, she created Neelikeshadhi to bring authentic herbal care back into everyday routines.

Products Offered

Herbal Hair Oil — a traditional Ayurvedic formulation that deeply nourishes the roots, reduces hair fall, and promotes healthy hair growth. Hibiscus Leaf Powder — 100% natural hibiscus powder that strengthens hair, supports scalp health, and enhances natural shine.

Entrepreneurial Journey. What began as a simple idea with a big dream has grown into a trusted brand built entirely through her own dedication and determination — nurtured step by step with consistency and care.

Overcoming Challenges

Building trust in a market dominated by chemical-based products was one of her biggest challenges. By focusing on authenticity, quality, and honest customer relationships, she gradually earned loyal customers who believe in her products.

Key Achievements

  • Built an independent Ayurvedic brand from scratch
  • Earned strong positive customer feedback
  • Developed a growing base of repeat customers

“Don’t wait for the perfect time. Start with courage and confidence. If you believe in yourself, you can build something beautiful on your own.”

Aami P
Portrait — Greeshma V S
Handcrafted Gifting

Thread Magic

By Greeshma V S

Transforming your most precious emotions into handcrafted keepsakes, from resin art to custom hampers.

Greeshma V S is the creative force behind Thread Magic, a handcrafted gifting and customization brand that transforms emotions into meaningful, lasting memories — from premium hampers and personalized frames to resin art preservation, handmade scented candles, wedding keepsakes, and festive collections.

Entrepreneurial Journey. Thread Magic began in 2019 with just one product — handmade dreamcatchers. As trust and demand grew, Greeshma introduced customized gift boxes and hampers. She spent over a year mastering resin mixing and finishing techniques; one of her proudest offerings today is preserving wedding varmala garlands into keepsake frames. She later expanded into handmade scented candles, executing bulk and expo orders.

Biggest Challenge

Facing the uphill battle of a solo venture, she navigated the emotional and financial highs and lows of a seasonal business while managing everything from production to marketing. These hurdles transformed her into a resilient entrepreneur who leads with consistency and strategic confidence.

Key Achievements

  • Successfully running Thread Magic since 2019
  • Completed 1000+ orders with strong customer trust
  • Built a loyal base of repeat customers
  • Executed bulk scented candle and expo orders successfully
  • Established reliable sourcing without compromising on quality

“You don’t need perfect conditions to start – you just need courage. Start small, learn continuously, and stay consistent.”

Greeshma V S
Portrait — Sharmina M Y
Beauty Education

SUKOON

By Sharmina M Y

Empowering the next generation of beauty experts through India’s first specialized, industry-driven freelance tutoring.

Redefining beauty education with expertise and vision, Sharmina M Y is a certified professional tutor specializing in skin, hair, makeup, lash, brow, and nail artistry. As India’s first freelance tutor in this specialized domain, she has pioneered a flexible and industry-driven approach to beauty training — conducting both individual and group sessions across academies, salons, and professional spaces.

Her teaching philosophy focuses on skill mastery, confidence building, and real-world industry readiness. By combining technical precision with personalized guidance, she empowers aspiring beauty professionals to transform their passion into sustainable and successful careers.

“True beauty education isn’t just about mastering a technique; it’s about empowering the artist to turn their passion into a lasting legacy.”

Sharmina M Y
Portrait — Sajna Noufal Ali
Food

Sajna’s Nuts n Fruits

By Sajna Noufal Ali

Kerala’s most trusted premium dry fruit brand, blending global quality with farm-fresh excellence since 2016.

From a vision of quality to becoming a trusted household name, Sajna Noufal Ali is the entrepreneur behind Sajna’s Nuts n Fruits, one of the most recognized and multi award-winning premium dry fruit brands in Thiruvananthapuram. Since establishment in 2016, the brand holds the highest number of Google reviews in Kerala in its category. Located at Narmada Shopping Complex, Kowdiar, it operates with its own factory and roastery.

Products Offered

Premium Nuts & Dry Fruits · Exclusive Signature Mixes (Party Mix, Golden Nuts Mix, Berry Mix) · Luxury & Customized Gift Hampers · Spices · Chocolates · Baking & Cooking Ingredients, and more. The brand is also involved in import and export, and delivers across India via website, WhatsApp, or direct call.

“Empowerment begins with a vision and grows through excellence – here’s to every woman building her own legacy.”

Sajna Noufal Ali
Portrait — Raja Prithivi
Home Décor

Ta Ra Za

By Raja Prithivi

A handcrafted eco-friendly brand creating elegant, minimal jesmonite home décor that blends beauty with sustainability.

Blending creativity with sustainability, Raja Prithivi is the founder of Ta Ra Za, a handcrafted brand specializing in eco-friendly jesmonite products — scented candles, trays, incense stick holders, and other aesthetic home décor pieces, all crafted with care and environmental consciousness.

Entrepreneurial Journey. With a passion for handmade artistry and sustainable living, Raja built Ta Ra Za as a brand that reflects elegance, minimalism, and eco-awareness — each product thoughtfully created to combine functionality with modern design.

Biggest Challenge

One of her greatest challenges was sourcing quality raw materials from abroad. Managing imports while maintaining product standards and affordability required patience, research, and persistence.

Key Achievement

  • Selected in the final list of a prestigious Home Entrepreneur Award among 25,000 participants

“Don’t get distracted while reaching your goal. Keep walking your path.”

Raja Prithivi
Portrait — Resmi Vijith
Macramé & Crochet

THREADSMAGIC

By Resmi Vijith

Transforming traditional macramé and crochet into symbols of handcrafted elegance and female independence.

Resmi Vijith is the creative mind behind THREADSMAGIC, a handmade brand specializing in macramé and crochet products. What began as a simple hobby slowly transformed into a deep passion and purposeful journey toward financial independence.

Through patience, creativity, and dedication, Resmi turned her skills into a growing venture — proving that even small beginnings can lead to meaningful success. THREADSMAGIC stands as a symbol of determination, creativity, and self-reliance, inspiring many women who dream of starting from home and growing at their own pace.

“To every woman building her dream from home, from a small room, from a corner of hope – I see you.”

Resmi Vijith
Portrait — Vyshnavi Ajeesh
Fashion & Jewelry

Vyshu Aura

By Vyshnavi Ajeesh

A women-focused fashion brand offering elegant clothing and jewellery that inspire confidence and everyday grace.

Turning passion into purpose, Vyshnavi Ajeesh is the founder of Vyshu Aura, a growing clothing and jewelry brand dedicated to helping women feel elegant, confident, and empowered in their everyday lives.

Entrepreneurial Journey. Vyshu Aura began as a home-based online venture, launched through social media with minimal investment but maximum determination. Without a physical store, Vyshnavi relied on consistency, authenticity, and self-belief — each order, no matter how small, became a milestone.

Biggest Challenge

Building customer trust without a physical presence was her biggest hurdle. Through transparent communication, reliable service, and a strong focus on quality, she earned customer loyalty and built a steady client base.

Key Achievements

  • Founded and grew a women-focused online fashion brand
  • Developed a loyal and repeat customer base
  • Built a strong digital brand presence through social media

“Don’t wait for perfect conditions to begin. Start with what you have and believe in yourself.”

Vyshnavi Ajeesh
Portrait — Ashmi A R
Jewelry

Aaga By Ashmi

By Ashmi A R

A jewellery brand blending traditional charm with modern elegance to offer affordable luxury for every woman.

Where tradition meets modern elegance, Ashmi A R is redefining affordable luxury through her jewellery brand, Aaga By Ashmi. An EdTech marketing professional turned entrepreneur, she built her foundation in the corporate world before taking a courageous leap to follow her love for design and fashion.

Products

An online jewellery brand specializing in traditional jewellery, invisible jewellery, Jadau Kundan, rose gold, anti-tarnish, matte gold, and oxidised collections — each piece thoughtfully curated for quality, elegance, and affordability.

“Happy Women’s Day to all the incredible women out there. Keep shining, keep rising, and never stop believing in yourself.”

Ashmi A R
Portrait — Suraya Beegam
Women’s Wear

Rua by Suraya Beegam

By Suraya Beegam

A luxurious women’s wear brand offering elegant fashion and lifestyle essentials designed for everyday sophistication.

Rooted in grace and driven by determination, Suraya Beegam is the founder of Rua, an affordable luxury women’s wear brand offering elegant salwar suits, stylish churidars, soft cotton bedsheets, and trending fancy earrings — for women who love classy, graceful fashion without compromising on affordability.

Entrepreneurial Journey. Suraya began her journey as a home-based entrepreneur while managing family responsibilities. Through carefully selected products, consistent social media promotion, and genuine customer relationships, Rua steadily grew through trust and word of mouth.

Biggest Challenge

Her biggest challenge was overcoming self-doubt and the fear of starting. There were moments of slow sales and low confidence — yet she chose perseverance, learned marketing, and strengthened her brand step by step.

Key Achievements

  • Built a loyal and growing customer base through trust and repeat orders
  • Successfully running a thriving home-based fashion brand
  • Honoured with the Honour Award from Her Business
  • Participated in 5 exhibitions within just 9 months

“Never underestimate your strength. You don’t need a perfect beginning to start – just courage.”

Suraya Beegam
Portrait — Jinitha C Joseph
Food

EatOHrs

By Jinitha C Joseph

A preservative-free food brand offering wholesome, affordable, and honest meals made with real ingredients for everyday nourishment.

Built on the belief that no one should have to choose between health and affordability, Jinitha C Joseph founded EatOHrs to make honest, preservative-free food accessible to everyone — tasty, natural, and budget-friendly, made with real ingredients.

Entrepreneurial Journey. Her journey began with a deep love for cooking. As she observed the market, she saw many “healthy” options were overpriced or over-processed, and refused to accept that compromise — launching EatOHrs to bring comfort, nourishment, and authenticity back to everyday meals.

Biggest Challenge

Solving the “Portable & Affordable Puzzle” — an ergonomically designed container for eating meals anywhere. The premium packaging raised costs, so Jinitha optimized her supply chain to keep it affordable without compromise.

Key Achievement

  • Recipient of the “Promising Women Entrepreneur Award” presented by Business Insights

“Time isn’t found; it is made. If you can manage a home, you can manage a brand. Just start.”

Jinitha C Joseph
Portrait — Dr. Chithralekha Komanthakkal
Education

Dr. Chithralekha’s Maths Academy & Research Centre

By Dr. Chithralekha Komanthakkal

A specialized platform offering advanced mathematics coaching and research guidance to build strong analytical and academic excellence.

Blending academic excellence with a passion for teaching, Dr. Chithralekha Komanthakkal is the founder of a specialized platform dedicated to advanced mathematics education and research support — with deep expertise in Mathematics, Statistics, and Time Series Analysis, offering both online and offline classes to students, researchers, and academic aspirants.

Beyond classroom teaching, she offers professional research guidance — statistical analysis, mathematical modelling, and time series research — bridging the gap between theory and practical application.

Courses Offered

Engineering Mathematics · Probability & Statistics · Operations Research · Time Series Analysis · UG & PG Mathematics · PhD Coursework & Research Guidance · Support for Back Papers · JEE & GATE Mathematics

Contact

+91 94472 29616 · mypassionsbychithra@gmail.com · Online / Offline classes

“Believe in your strength, pursue your dreams, and never stop learning.”

Dr. Chithralekha Komanthakkal

“Here’s to the women who stand tall in quiet strength, dream beyond horizons, and light up the world simply by being themselves.”

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