Strategic Growth Rooted
in Purpose and
Integrity
Empowering startups and businesses with vision-driven consulting,
grounded in the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai and Seido.
Who We Are
At Ikigai Seido, we are two seasoned professionals united by a shared belief: that purpose-driven business leadership can unlock transformative success. With a combined experience of over 65 years, we bring deep, hands-on expertise in shaping high-growth companies across industries and geographies.
Why Ikigai Seido?
Ikigai (生き甲斐) means “reason for being.”
Seido (誠道) means “the path of integrity.”
At Ikigai Seido, we believe success is built not just on strategy — but on meaning. We help founders, leaders, and organizations unlock clarity of purpose, align with their core values, and scale with integrity.
65+ Years Combined Experience
Trusted by founders across 25+ countries
Purposeful Strategy. Proven Impact.
- Growth & Expansion Consulting
- Innovation & Product Strategy
- Strategic Advisory for Founders & Boards
- Financial Management & Investment Advisory
- Go-To-Market Strategy (GTM
- Leadership Hiring & Mentorship
- Talent & Culture Development
- Marketing & Brand Positioning
Purposeful Strategy. Proven Impact.
We work with:
- Startups
- Growing Businesses
- Leaders & Founders
Your Trusted Advisors
Ajeet Kandachar
Managing Partner, Ikigai Seido
Growth Strategy | Global GTM | Revenue & Partnerships | Business Leader | Mentor
- 18+ Years
- Global Experience
A Bangalore native and St. Joseph’s Boys’ High School alumnus, Ajeet holds a Master’s in Finance and International Business and brings over 18 years of leadership experience across technology and product sectors. He has successfully led startup launches, international expansions, and strategic growth initiatives—delivering multi‑billion‑dollar revenues for global tech companies.
Most recently, he served as APAC Regional Head of Partnerships & Product Marketing at Facebook (Singapore). Now back in India, Ajeet is focused on advising, mentoring, and investing in early-stage tech ventures, with a deep commitment to youth empowerment, innovation, and nation-building.
Suresh Kandachar
Managing Partner, Ikigai Seido
Finance | Investment Advisory | Succession Planning
- 50+ Years
- Global Experience
Suresh Kandachar brings 50+ years of leadership in banking, financial services, and hospitality, having previously served as Head of the Credit Department at a major nationalized bank. His core strengths lie in credit risk assessment, structured financing, and operational turnaround strategies, especially within QSR chains, hotels, and restaurant ecosystems.
Begin With Purpose
Let’s co-create your next chapter — grounded in vision, integrity, and strategic clarity.
