Puneet Chauhan

Head of Research and Core Team Member @Srcc Business Conclave

Chosen as a founding core team member to champion Luvera’s transformative mission—developing high-performance vegan leather from agricultural waste (Rice Stubble - Parali) using Mycelium technology. Entrusted with cross-functional responsibilities in strategy, research, and growth partnerships, shaping the soul of a sustainability-driven revolution. Luvera is a DPIIT-recognized startup driving innovation at the intersection of biomaterials and circular economy- Commanded groundbreaking market and consumer research efforts in the sustainable fashion and biomaterials space. Designed and led strategic surveys, industry interviews, and competitive analysis—redefining product-market alignment and catalyzing Luvera’s debut strategy- Crafted compelling, research-fueled pitch decks that mesmerized jury panels and grant committees that helped raise Rs 4 Lakh in grants. Played a pivotal role in Luvera’s crowning moments at:1. Dare to Venture, IIT Delhi – \"Unique Idea\" Award, Finalist2. BITS Pilani Business Challenge – Winner3. IIT Delhi Material Innovation Competition – 1st Place4. Janhit Jagran programme- Built and mentored a 3-member research team, synthesizing insights across environmental, consumer, and tech domains. Fostered interdisciplinary synergy between R&D, sustainability, and go-to-market verticals, driving a culture of evidence-based innovation- Architected high-impact research dossiers and incubation proposals that secured Luvera’s onboarding at premier accelerators:1. IIT Ropar2. Runway Incubator3. Hummelnest (Austria)Orchestrated alignment with global ESG mandates and circular economy imperatives- Devised investor-ready impact reports and trend forecasts in biomaterials, sustainability regulations, and market demands. Established Luvera’s credibility among stakeholders as a frontrunner in green-tech entrepreneurship.