Ever wondered if business can make money while impacting lives? Nikhita, founder of Sketch, shares the raw, unfiltered journey of building a business from scratch, one that prioritizes social impact. In this episode, The FoundHers Podcast explores the complexities of juggling D2C and B2B business model. A must-watch for anyone interested in building a social impact business. From vendor management to the unique hurdles of B2B business model, hear the conversation to understand how Nikhita tackled the triumphs and struggles that come with such a venture. Nikhita pulls back the curtain and reveals the power of networking and mentorship that have helped her grow her business. Sketch empowers kids with Autism and Down Syndrome by using their artwork to design printed apparel and corporate gift products. In addition to showcasing their skills and leveraging their capabilities, the artists also earn from every product sold with their design. With an extensive range of designs, Sketch works with with expert partners across different product categories to provide quality products. Sketch has created a unique social entreprise that makes profits while giving back to the community. Guest - Nikhita Kapur, Founder of Sketch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikhita-kapur-342735153/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikhitakapur/ Instagram of Sketch: https://www.instagram.com/sketchforinclusion/ Host - Hinal Mehta, Founder of StartInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hinalmehta15/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hinss1598/ StartInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startinc.in/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@startincproduction Spotify: https://spotify.link/2wNVhhd5LJb Ready to share your own unique journey as a woman founder? Fill out the form: https://forms.gle/DooJFcVHX92CbUv79 Excited to hear more unfiltered stories from women in business? Subscribe to our channel🔔 New episodes every two weeks. TIMESTAMP 00:00 Introduction 01:15 What is Social Entrepreneurship? 03:32 Working with specially abled kids and managing a business 05:59 Challenges of shifting from a D2C to B2B business model 08:55 How to navigate B2B vendor management? 11:22 Skills First Time Entrepreneurs require for a B2B business model 13:59 The role of youth in social change 15:54 Meaning of inclusivitity 18:36 How to identifying the gap in an industry? 20:31 Power of Networking 22:59 Does an early age business require a mentor? 27:15 Kareena Kapoor's association with UNICEF 30:03 Rapid Fire 32:16 FoundHer Happiness in Giving