"I highly recommend Akhila as a branding and business strategist. During our free consultation, just by asking insightful questions, she got me thinking about my business in a new way. I'm confident she can help you achieve your business goals too."
Jagjeet SinghFreelance SEO Writer
"I worked with Akhila on my LinkedIn profile and business idea, her mentorship and guidance really added value to my growth. Under her mentorship, I was able to grow rapidly. Totally recommend working with her :)"
Kajal TekwaniMarketing Consultant
"Akhila played a key role in driving organic growth by guiding me to create founder-led content. Their insights made my brand storytelling more authentic, helping me connect with my audience and grow naturally. Highly recommend their expertise!"
Koel BohraFounder, Koko Bongo
"Akhila’s forward-thinking insights have been invaluable to Markinance. Her idea to expand our content services into targeted marketing for finance startups brought a fresh focus to our mission. Her suggestion to conduct LinkedIn workshops quarterly has also given us a promising roadmap to engage clients meaningfully in the future. Grateful for her impactful guidance!"
Rajasree DevanathanFounder, Markinance
"I would highly recommend Akhila as a business consultant, we have been working together for a while, her ideas are really simple and effective, We don't need to know rocket engineering to implement her suggestion to boost the business. Her questions really help us attain clarity in business and personal branding."
Saran AlagarsamyFounder, Auroversity Technologies
"Raso'e was almost not making much sales and that's when we decided to hire Akhila as our consultant to market Raso'e better off. We were super excited to see the results once she landed onboard. Super friendly, super caring, and someone who actually knows what she does. Definitely will recommend you hiring Akhila as your consultant to hit your target of 1 crore as a business owner."
Sharath LeelakrishnanFounder, Raso'e
"Akhila is a good coach and she is realistic and practical about goals. This really helps founders to put things in perspective. She is professional and approachable. Her passion to help startups makes her go beyond and deliver more than what is promised and expected. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to actually make their dream a reality."
Sruthi ViswanathanFounder, Cook It Yourself
The only so-called "Business Coach" I trust is Akhila. I like the way she understands the business and the customer's mindset. I would like to work with Akhila for more projects.
Karthikeyan KCEO of Hion Studios
I've had the privilege of working with Akhila Hari, and I can confidently say she is a true business growth expert.
Akhila played a key role in helping me validate my product idea, asking the right questions, challenging assumptions, and bringing sharp clarity to what actually matters in the market. Her ability to cut through noise and focus on real customer value is exceptional.
Beyond product validation, Akhila was a huge inspiration in helping me set up and structure my consulting business. From positioning and pricing to mindset and execution, her guidance was practical, honest, and immediately actionable. What I appreciate most is that her advice comes from real-world experience, not theory.
If you're a founder, consultant, or business owner looking to grow with clarity and confidence, I highly recommend working with Akhila. She doesn't just advise, she genuinely enables you to build something sustainable and successful.
Thank you, Akhila, for the impact you've had on my journey.
Vivek AnandaramanDevops Community | Mentor | Speaker
I've closely followed Akhila Hari's work with Dream Calls, and what stands out immediately is her clarity and practicality in marketing, branding, and business growth for MSMEs and founders. She has a rare ability to understand real business challenges on the ground and turn them into clear, executable strategies.
Akhila simplifies complex ideas into actionable systems—whether it's positioning, sales processes, or brand building—making it easier for founders to move from being stuck to achieving sustainable, profitable growth. Her generosity, patience, and genuine commitment to her clients' success are evident in the results she has delivered for 150+ businesses and in the strong community she's building through Dream Calls and The Founder Circle.
I would highly recommend Akhila to any founder or MSME looking for a strategic partner who brings structure, insight, and empathy to drive meaningful business growth.
Dr. Vidhya ArumugamFounder - Clarity Works | Business Strategist
I worked closely with Akhila for over 2 years during the early stages of building Fastapizza where she built the entire marketing function from the ground up. From brand strategy and positioning to go-to-market execution and team building, her contribution was foundational to the company's growth.
She leads by example, combines strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and consistently drives results while empowering her team. Today, as an entrepreneur helping startups and founders scale their businesses, she brings a sharp growth mindset and deep marketing expertise.
I highly recommend Akhila to any startup or founder looking for a marketing leader who can build and scale with impact.
Prakash RFMCG Sales & Distribution
I had the privilege of being mentored by Akhila mam, I can confidently say her guidance has shaped Connektgram to the next stage.
She gave me clarity with compassion, she deeply listens, asks the right questions and guides us to find the right solutions that align with our business values.
My sales knowledge has improved and I have on-boarded two premium clients immediately after 30 Day Cohort which is a huge win in Connektgram's journey.
I'm truly grateful for her mentorship and would highly recommend Akhila mam to anyone looking for thoughtful guidance, different perspectives and meaningful growth.
Surumbarkuzhali DWomen Entrepreneur
I recommend Akhila without hesitation. She supported me with sharp business advice, clear tips, and mentoring-style conversations that actually moved the needle. Her guidance was practical.
What stood out most was her presence.
Calm under pressure
Grounded in logic
Friendly and easy to approach
You speak freely with her. You think better after the conversation. She listens first, then responds with clarity.
If you value steady thinking, honest input, and mentorship that respects your intelligence, Akhila is someone you want in your corner.
I'm grateful for her support and perspective.
Krithika MohanFounder & CEO at Chennaijobs
I recently attended her 30-day cohort session to learn more about LinkedIn strategy and how it works. She broke down everything from optimizing our profiles, crafting the right content strategy, etc. She teaches all the nuances in detail.
The sessions were not just theoretical, but also practical. After every session, she gave us tasks and she personally reviewed them too.
This cohort really helped me elevate my LinkedIn presence. I highly recommend her for LinkedIn growth marketing.
Thank You Akhila Hari for this initiative.
Deepika JayarajFounder @Omnxtedge
I highly recommend Akhila — she's a talented individual who effectively drives revenue through her unique techniques. Moreover, her sessions with the cohort are extremely informative and insightful.
Sabeena SSales Leader | Revenue Growth
Raso'e was almost not making much sales and that's when we decided to hire Akhila as our consultant to market Raso'e better off. We were super excited to see the results once she landed onboard.
Super friendly, super caring, and someone who actually knows what she does. Definitely will recommend you hiring Akhila as your consultant to hit your target of 1 crore as a business owner.
Sharath LeelakrishnanClient
I worked with Akhila on my LinkedIn profile and business idea, her mentorship and guidance really added value to my growth. Under her mentorship I was able to grow rapidly. Totally recommend working with her 🙂
Kajal TekwaniPersonal Branding Strategist
I've had the pleasure of working with Akhila as my business coach for the past few months. Her expertise in personal branding has been instrumental in my professional development.
Akhila provided comprehensive support throughout the entire process. She helped me strategize my content creation, revamp my social media presence, and develop strategies for client outreach.
Akhila's guidance has demonstrably improved my personal brand. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking to elevate their professional image.
Yogalakshmi GunasekaranFounder, Product Market Fit Co
I have known Akhila for more than a decade. Her branding strategy is one of the most unique ones. Her deep market understanding & strategy makes a big difference in any business. She is too friendly. She gives what a business really wants. She never forces you in anything to do. If you are looking for Brand strategy or Marketing strategy, She is the right person you can go with. One of the most important things is that she understands your business from an owner's perspective. We are really happy to work with a wonderful human for a decade.
Abishek SiddarthCo-Founder of Aurora Academy
I would highly recommend Akhila as a business consultant, we have been working together for a while, her ideas are really simple and effective. We don't need to know rocket engineering to implement her suggestion to boost the business. Her questions really help us attain clarity in business and personal branding.
Saran AlagarsamyFounder @ Auroversity
I highly endorse Akhila Hari for her exceptional business coaching skills. Within two days after implementing her strategies, I observed a significant improvement in my LinkedIn profile's performance. Her guidance helped me in securing a remarkable opportunity within a month, where I was invited to conduct a session for an audience of 30 participants. Akhila's expertise is truly transformative for any professional looking to elevate their presence on LinkedIn.
Akhila is a good coach and she is realistic and practical about goals. This really helps founders to put things in perspective. She is professional and approachable. Her passion to help startups make her go beyond and deliver more than what is promised and expected. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to actually make their dream a reality.
Sruthie M. ViswanathannBuilding Studio M
Akhila's forward-thinking insights have been invaluable to Markinance. Her idea to expand our content services into targeted marketing for finance startups brought a fresh focus to our mission. Her suggestion to conduct LinkedIn workshops quarterly has also given us a promising roadmap to engage clients meaningfully in the future. Grateful for her impactful guidance!
Rajasree DevanathanStudentpreneur
Akhila has coached me through her knowledge and business expertise to build an online content brand. Her understanding of the industry as well as her experience in business coaching helped me to look at ideas with a new lens. She opened up a new perspective for me that has helped me to plan my business model. The best part is that she understands the purpose of the business plan and pitches the best way to monetize them. It was one of the best strategy planning interactions I have had.
Rayon Stanley JohnClient
I highly recommend Akhila as a branding and business strategist. During our free consultation, just by asking insightful questions, she got me thinking about my business in a new way. I'm confident she can help you achieve your business goals too.
Jagjeet SinghContent Strategist
Having known her passion for branding and her ability to understand a company's current state, define the challenge, and design the right solution, Akhila stands out.
She has the ability to transfer knowledge, help people truly understand what branding does to a business and how it transforms the direction of your business.
I've had the opportunity to work with her on 3 projects, and every single time, her approach was structured, insightful, and outcome-driven.
One of the best branding specialists I've worked with hands down.
Raghav VenkatChief Innovation & Systems Officer
I've known Akhila for the last few weeks through The Founder Circle, and every session has been genuinely valuable. She has a sharp eye for growth, and the way she breaks down marketing topics is clear, practical, and super actionable.
Her energy makes the whole space better, and the community she's building already feels like a place where founders actually learn and level up.
If you get a chance to work with her or join her sessions, take it. She knows her craft and shows up with real intent.
Chandru D Founder & CEO @ TechnoRUCS
I recommend Akhila for the way she frames questions in the discussions. I have attended her Founder Circle meetups.
The kind of questions she asks makes everyone reflect deeply.
She is also great with creating alignment through her questions.
She is indirectly laying a great foundation for a good culture in the ecosystem as the meetups she hosts discuss directly about rejections and how to handle them as a professional.
