Accenture Techie Quits For 'Peace Of Mind'; Builds Apparel Startup That Now Earns ₹1 Crore A Month
Supreeth Kashyap gave up a comfortable corporate job in Bengaluru to build a business from his hometown of Mysuru - a decision that has grown into Wellbi, an apparel startup now clocking around Rs. 1 crore in monthly revenue and preparing to expand into the US market. This positive spin-off story has gone viral, as tech employees are now looking at alternate options of income, given the volatile…
Supreeth Kashyap, a 30-year-old Computer Science graduate from The National Institute of Engineering, Mysore, left his comfortable job at Accenture in Bengaluru to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. He found the pace of the city unfulfilling and sought to create something meaningful closer to home. In 2021, Kashyap launched Wellbi, an apparel startup that creates essential and athletic wear from sustainable, organic fabrics.
His modest beginning of around ₹10 lakh in funding has now blossomed into a monthly revenue of approximately ₹1 crore. Wellbi employs over 15 people in Mysuru and collaborates with about 40 artisans in various stages of garment production. Kashyap's vision extends beyond profit, aiming to foster jobs in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and rural India.
The company has grown from a modest start to an annual turnover of Rs. 15-16 crore, with revenue set to reach Rs. 16 crore by March 2027. Despite some missteps in the early stages, including over-investing in fashion photography and overhiring, Kashyap remains focused on comfort and breathability rather than fast-fashion trends.
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