Pratik Gauri, a serial Indian social entrepreneur, investor, public speaker, and writer, is making waves on the global stage as the Founder and CEO of 5ire.org, the world’s first sustainable blockchain ecosystem. With a visionary approach to blending business with social good, Pratik is at the forefront of championing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and transforming the global economy into a for-benefit model.
At the helm of 5ire.org, pronounced “FIRE,” Pratik oversees the day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives of the organization. He is a firm believer in the synergy between serving humanity and achieving social good while conducting business. Pratik’s mission revolves around the thesis of the 5th Industrial Revolution (5IR), which posits that doing good for the world can lead to financial success.
Before launching 5ire.org, Pratik had already founded eight companies, showcasing his entrepreneurial prowess. However, it is 5ire.org that stands as a groundbreaking blockchain ecosystem, integrating Sustainability, Technology, and Innovation to drive the 5th industrial revolution.
Within the 5IRE ecosystem lies a Layer 1 chain and 5ire Capital, a venture capital fund with the ambitious goal of positively impacting over 1 billion individuals by 2025 through blockchain technology.
Pratik also plays a pivotal role as a Partner at 5th Element Group, a global impact management consultancy that mobilizes millions of dollars to implement and scale omniwin solutions, ultimately benefiting millions of people worldwide.
His remarkable achievements have not gone unnoticed. Pratik Gauri was honoured as the Creative Entrepreneur of the Year – Startup by Entrepreneur India magazine and Entrepreneur of the Year 2020 by the Indian Achievers’ Forum. He has also earned accolades as an Entrepreneur 35 Under 35, TIMES 40 Under 40, ET Now Leaders of Tomorrow, GreenBiz Global 30 Under 30, and AsiaOne 40 Under 40 Most Influential Leaders, among others.
A passionate advocate for sustainability, Pratik Gauri has delivered over 100 talks in more than 25 countries. He is a TEDx speaker, a social media influencer with a substantial following, and a prolific writer, contributing to publications such as Real Leaders, World Economic Forum, MIT Technology Review, and Thrive Global.
Pratik holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade and a Certificate in Strategic Management from the University of Chicago. His work has been recognized and featured by prestigious institutions and media outlets worldwide, cementing his status as a leading figure in the global movement toward a more sustainable and socially responsible future.
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