We are on a mission — Increase the flow of A-player talent between India and the world.
The right team, built right,
changes everything.
That's why we exist.
For over a decade, we've been obsessed with one mission: proving that India has incredible talent. In our previous venture, this obsession led us to hire more than 15,000 people, helping over 150 global organisations build their presence in India.
We set out to show the world what's possible when you build right in India.
This built serious confidence in organizations setting up offshore centers, pushing them to grow their teams here, knowing they'd be backed by top-notch talent.
The right team, built right,
changes everything.
That's why we exist.
For over a decade, we've been obsessed with one mission: proving that India has incredible talent. In our previous venture, this obsession led us to hire more than 15,000 people, helping over 150 global organisations build their presence in India.
We set out to show the world what's possible when you build right in India.
This built serious confidence in organizations setting up offshore centers, pushing them to grow their teams here, knowing they'd be backed by top-notch talent.
From financial services to shipping, retail to pharma
We've been a part of many transformative growth stories.
Now, with NexOcean, we are taking everything we've learned about building great teams and helping the next generation of ambitious founders build their next force multiplier out of India.
Builders first,
advisors second.
Meet the operators turned partners in your India journey.
Founder
15+ years of watching India's tech talent story unfold. Helped global organisations like one of the largest retail banks in Australia and New Zealand, the world’s leading shipping company from Denmark, a Fortune 1 retail and e-commerce organization, the largest healthcare and life sciences firm, and the top media and digital company from the US and many more GCC`s in establishing their India presence.
Now helping founders build teams that don't just support, but lead global innovation.
Strategic Advisor, Leadership & Transformation
Dr. Frank Niles brings over 20 years of global leadership experience in business transformation and talent development. As a Partner at BSM Partners, he has advised Fortune 10 companies, high-growth startups, and mission-driven organizations—helping drive leadership effectiveness, cultural alignment, and organizational performance.
He is a recognized thought leader in leadership, strategy, and organizational change, and has been featured in CNN, NBC, Fast Company, and Forbes. Frank’s approach focuses on unlocking the full potential of people and culture to deliver lasting impact.
Engagement Lead
Vishal is a seasoned technology executive with over 25 years of experience in the European technology sector, encompassing both client and supplier perspectives. He has held leadership roles in Tier 1 service providers and VC-backed ventures, managing European P&Ls for private equity-backed companies. His expertise spans software products, IT services, consulting, and operations. Notably, Vishal has extensive experience with software product companies, understanding the critical importance of intellectual property creation and protection, and has successfully led numerous client initiatives to establish and scale captive and virtual teams in India.
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First Principles we live by
Talent is the ultimate moat
We believe exceptional talent creates real competitive advantage. Build your team right, and everything else follows.
The map is not the territory
CVs, credentials, past roles – they're just maps. Real talent shows in shipped products, solved problems, and side projects that showcase true potential.
Quality compounds
A-players attract A-players. One exceptional hire becomes a magnet for more. That's why getting the first team right matters.
Structure determines outcome
Your India presence is only as good as its foundation. Entity structure, compliance, workspace – get these right first, or scale becomes your enemy.
Growth needs an operating system
Scaling isn't simply adding headcount. It's building systems that maintain quality while enabling speed. No amount of talent can overcome poor infrastructure.
Markets reward speed
In a world where every startup is competing globally, your ability to ship faster is everything. The right team in India isn't just support – it's your speed advantage.
Markets reward owners
We don't hide behind process or policy. When something needs fixing, we fix it. When something's not working, we say it.
Burn Rate ≠ Growth Rate
Smart founders know the difference between spending money and creating value. Building in India should strengthen your unit economics, not just reduce costs.
Default Alive > Default Dead
Every hire should move key metrics. Every team should drive real value. We believe in building sustainable advantages, not in facilitating temporary cost arbitrages.
Talent liquidity matters
The best talent flows to opportunity. Creating seamless talent movement between markets isn't just good for business – it's crucial for innovation.
These principles come from two decades of watching what works, what doesn't, and most importantly, what creates lasting value in today's startup ecosystem.
