Anurag Maloo, a survivor of a near-fatal fall on Mt. Annapurna (8091m) in April 2023, has transformed his personal challenges into a global call for change. An internationally recognized mountaineer, entrepreneur, startup ecosystem builder, and impact leader with over 15 years of experience, Anurag has made significant contributions at the intersection of innovation, venture capital, and social impact. His purpose-driven leadership journey is one in a 8 billion, heartfelt story of hope, resilience, faith, friendships, and reinvention. Anurag has empowered founders, startups, and changemakers globally through his work with leading venture capital and investment firms like Techstars, Seedstars, Startup Weekend & UNLEASH, fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems that drive economic development. As the Founder & Managing Director of Orophile Ventures, passionate about technology startups to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), he mentors early-stage founders and supports impact-driven ventures. His UN-endorsed, Climbing4SDGs initiative integrates adventure with advocacy for climate action and sustainability. A former Teach For India Fellow, Jagriti Yatri, RSA Fellow (FRSA), and AIYD Young Leader, Anurag’s global contributions have earned him prestigious accolades such as the RISE Global Hero Award 2023 and the REX Karamveer Chakra 2013. He is also recognised as the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leader 2025 and is the Founding Curator of the Global Shapers Ajmer Hub. Beyond his entrepreneurial work, Anurag serves on the boards of TiTLi, a pioneering Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) initiative, & AVP School, where he focuses on enhancing education and holistic learning. With a passion for travel, Anurag has explored over 60 countries across all seven continents, building diverse global connections that foster resilience, inclusivity, and collaboration. His global recognition spans multilingual media coverage and appearances in newspapers, podcasts, magazines, and interviews. A sought-after keynote speaker, he participates in global forums on technology, entrepreneurship, social impact, sustainability, and adventure. Anurag’s story is one of thriving despite adversity, inspiring others to do the same.