Chennai to Silicon Valley: CA Vish Arunachalam on Global Startups and Networking | Coffee with CA

Welcome to the latest episode of Coffee with CA!
In this engaging interview, we sit down with CA Vish Arunachalam, who has made significant strides in the global startup ecosystem. From pioneering initiatives to connecting CA-founded startups with Silicon Valley, and sharing personal insights on the evolving role of CAs, this conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of accounting and entrepreneurship.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How CA Vish Arunachalam is driving global startup initiatives for CAs.
The importance of connecting CA networks with Silicon Valley and beyond.
The future of the CA profession and emerging trends in accounting.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration from a leader making waves in the accounting and startup communities!
Host: Geena Bharwani, Zoho
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0:00 - Introduction: Coffee with CA
0:13 - Guest Introduction: CA Vish Arunachalam
0:20 - Welcome and initial conversation
1:01 - Journey from Chennai to Silicon Valley
2:05 - Initial career aspirations and first job
3:03 - Transition from assurance to consulting
4:46 - Consulting experience and move to Silicon Valley
7:02 - Planning and starting the entrepreneurial journey
8:06 - Building the product: Compliance optimization
13:07 - Expansion of ICAI in North America
14:44 - CA Startup.org: Overview and impact
19:15 - Comparison with IIT Startup.org and future goals
20:00 - Reflections on ICAI and its evolution
22:28 - Question from previous guest: Handling emotions
23:03 - Guest question for next CA
24:56 - Closing remarks