Some entrepreneurial journeys begin with disruption. Others begin with reflection. For Aiswarya Tatapudi, the founder of Finding Roots, it was a quiet but powerful moment of transition that led to a bold vision for India’s talent ecosystem. After more than 15 years in corporate leadership and human resources, Aiswarya stepped away from structured roles to ask a question many professionals pause at but few act upon: What comes next when experience meets purpose? That question became the foundation of a venture that today works toward making India a global talent hub. Based in Hyderabad, Aiswarya is not just an entrepreneur. She is also a mother of three, a seasoned HR leader, and a firm believer that meaningful work can shape both individual lives and national growth. With Finding Roots, she set out to contribute her one percent to India’s economic and social progress. From Corporate Corridors to Entrepreneurial Clarity Entrepreneurship did not arrive suddenly for Aiswarya. During her corporate years, she often found herself stepping beyond defined roles, thinking like a business head, and taking ownership well beyond her job description. Leadership, for her, was always instinctive. The real spark came after her exit from corporate life, during a reflective conversation with her coach, Jogesh Jain. That discussion helped crystallize a belief she had carried for years: When human resources are placed thoughtfully and nurtured with intent, talent becomes more than employable. It becomes enjoyable. The name Finding Roots reflects this philosophy. It speaks to understanding an individual’s core strengths, …