Peyush Bansal
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| Full name | Peyush Bansal |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Born | 26 April 1985 New Delhi, India
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Peyush Bansal (born 12 June 1985) is an Indian entrepreneur, known as the co-founder and chief executive officer of Lenskart, one of India’s largest eyewear retail companies.
Biography
[edit]Peyush Bansal (born 12 June 1985) is an Indian entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Lenskart, one of India’s leading eyewear retail companies. He studied engineering at McGill University, Canada, and initially worked in the technology and business sector before returning to India to pursue his entrepreneurial ambitions.
In 2010, Bansal co-founded Lenskart with the aim of revolutionizing the eyewear industry in India by making quality glasses affordable and accessible through a combination of online and offline retail. Under his leadership, Lenskart has grown rapidly, introducing innovative services like home eye check-ups, try-at-home options, and technologically advanced eyewear solutions.
Bansal is also recognized as an angel investor and mentor, supporting numerous startups in India’s tech and e-commerce ecosystem. His journey reflects a commitment to innovation, customer-focused solutions, and leveraging technology to disrupt traditional industries.
Personal life
[edit]Peyush Bansal is married to Ayesha Bansal, and the couple maintains a relatively private personal life. He is known for his disciplined work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset, often balancing his professional commitments with family life. Bansal is also active in mentoring and investing in startups, reflecting his broader interest in supporting India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Despite his public success, he keeps a low profile in media regarding his personal and family matters.
Business career
[edit]Peyush Bansal | Entrepreneur | Lenskart | Eyewear Innovation | E-commerce
Peyush Bansal began his career after completing engineering from McGill University and initially worked in the technology and business sectors. In 2010, he co-founded Lenskart with the vision of transforming India’s eyewear industry by combining online convenience with offline retail. Under his leadership as CEO, Lenskart introduced innovations like home eye check-ups, virtual try-on technology, and a wide network of physical stores, while expanding into lenses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. Beyond Lenskart, Bansal is an active angel investor and mentor, known for leveraging technology and customer-focused strategies to scale businesses and disrupt traditional markets.
Ideology
[edit]Peyush Bansal’s ideology revolves around leveraging technology to make essential products accessible, affordable, and convenient for consumers. He believes in customer-centric innovation, using data and digital solutions to solve real-world problems while disrupting traditional industries. Bansal also emphasizes entrepreneurial resilience, continuous learning, and supporting the startup ecosystem, inspiring others to take calculated risks and create scalable, impactful businesses.
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