Dr. Hanu Yedluri is a seasoned entrepreneur and financial expert with a career spanning over 25 years. His journey, rooted in a humble agricultural background and early education in a government high school, has led him to become a prominent figure in various industries, both in India and the USA.
Dr. Yedluri has held several prestigious positions throughout his career, including Vice President for the Global Wealth Management division at Bank of America – Merrill Lynch and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Orlans Associates in the USA. His deep expertise in financial services laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial ventures, most notably the establishment of InstaEMI in India in 2012. InstaEMI, under his visionary leadership, has grown to manage a significant loan book of 300 Crores annually, while also overseeing substantial assets in equity and mutual funds.
In addition to his accomplishments in financial services, Dr. Yedluri is deeply passionate about education and technology. He partnered with Udemy to launch BrainlabsAi, where he conducts workshops on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, demonstrating his commitment to fostering technological advancements and education.
Dr. Yedluri’s entrepreneurial spirit extends to sustainable agriculture, where his leadership at GrowAgros has pioneered corporate farming. GrowAgros cultivates exotic fruits such as Dragon Fruit, Blueberry, and Avocado on over 200 acres in Sedam, contributing to sustainable practices and catering to international markets.
Vanguard’s portfolio also includes the upcoming Peacock Villas project in Porandla, which marks their expansion into luxury real estate. This ambitious project aims to deliver exclusive weekend homes across 47 acres, reflecting Dr. Yedluri’s vision of blending lifestyle with luxury.
In healthcare, Dr. Yedluri’s early passion for medicine is realized through Mayura Ayurveda & Siddha Multi-specialty Hospital. This institution, recognized as a leading center in the Telugu states, uniquely offers both Ayurveda and Siddha treatments and is poised to expand its services Globally.
Mr. Yedluri’s leadership extends into the technology sector as well, where he oversees Viprata, a software technology firm in the USA, which is adeptly managed by Mrs. Rajani Yedluri, his partner in both business and life.
Mr. Yedluri’s latest venture, Yedex, is a company recently launched to focus on the import and export of agricultural produce, including vegetables, pulses, spices, and fruits. Yedex aims to foster better revenue for farmers by offering both raw and value-added products, thereby supporting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing the profitability of producers.
A frequent guest on various television channels, Mr. Yedluri is known for his expert analysis on personal finance and stock markets, reinforcing his status as a thought leader in financial sectors. His remarkable contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including a Business Leader Award from Sri Venkaiah Naidu, the former Vice President of India.
Mr. Yedluri’s diverse experiences and successful ventures across multiple sectors position him as an exemplary leader and innovator. His achievements, coupled with Vanguard’s impressive financial performance and substantial annual GST contributions, underscore the group’s reliability and potential for continued growth and success.
“To be a CEO is a calling. You should not do it because it is a job. It is a calling, and you have got to be involved in it with your head and heart.”
