Ms Pratima Dhond, is a leader in the banking and startup world! As the first woman President of the Goa Chamber of Commerce and Industry, she’s a guiding light for women entrepreneurs in Goa paving the way for others to follow.

With a passion for women’s empowerment, Pratima has dedicated her career to uplifting women through various initiatives and leadership roles. She’s been at the helm of the Women’s Cooperative Bank since 1993 and has chaired the Women’s Wing of GCCI for 8 years, launching the flagship event “Asturi” to promote women’s entrepreneurship.

But that’s not all! Pratima is also a proud startup promoter, encouraging her son Sairaj to launch “Wakao Foods”, which has made waves in the startup sector and even featured in the Shark Tank series!

As a Director of Wakao Foods and the Dhond Group of Companies, Pratima is a force to be reckoned with in the business world. She’s also a seasoned Rotarian, serving as Charter President of Rotary Club of Miramar and holding various positions in the club.

With a national-level basketball background and alumni status from Peoples High School Panaji and Dempo Commerce College, Pratima is a true Goan powerhouse!

Personally, she’s married to businessman and social worker Gaurish Dhond and is blessed with three children.