Serial Entrepreneur • Market Research Visionary

Building the future of market intelligence

Founder of two globally recognized market research firms serving Fortune 500 companies across 100+ countries. Transforming how organizations make data-driven decisions.

20+
Years of Experience
380+
Team Members
100+
Countries Served
40%+
Annual Growth

Entrepreneur. Strategist. Mentor.

I'm Vishal Ranjan — a serial entrepreneur driven by the belief that better data creates better decisions. Over the past two decades, I've built organizations that have transformed how businesses worldwide access market intelligence and strategic insights.

My journey spans from chemical engineering to corporate sales leadership at global firms, and ultimately to founding two of the most recognized names in market research — IMARC Group and Claight Corporation.

Today, my teams publish 100+ research studies monthly, serve half of the Fortune 500, and operate across six countries. Beyond business, I'm passionate about mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs and researchers.

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Education

MBA from FMS Delhi, Master's in International Business from IIFT, B.E. in Chemical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University

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Global Presence

Operations across USA, India, UK, Australia, Vietnam, and Philippines with a diverse team of 380+ professionals

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Impact

Serving half of the Fortune 500 companies with actionable market intelligence and strategic consulting

Companies I've Built

Each venture represents a commitment to delivering clarity, insight, and strategic advantage to organizations worldwide.

Founder & Executive Director

IMARC Group

The International Market Analysis Research and Consulting Group — a leading global advisor on management strategy and market research. Founded in 2005, IMARC provides comprehensive syndicated and custom research reports across industries.

Est. 2005 Market Research Global Advisory
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Founder & CEO

Claight Corporation

The literal incorporation of Clarity and Insight. Through its flagship brand Expert Market Research, Claight delivers market price forecasting, syndicated reports, procurement insights, and healthcare research to clients in 100+ countries.

380+ Team Fortune 500 Clients 40%+ Growth YoY
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Founder

KAMRIT Financial Services

India's trusted compliance partner — company registration, GST, income tax, MCA compliance, trademark, payroll, audit, and India entry advisory. KAMRIT runs both filings at platform speed and strategic advisory at consulting-firm depth, backed by research from sister firm Claight. 10,000+ businesses served across India.

Est. 2020 10,000+ Clients Pan-India
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What I Do Best

Two decades of experience distilled into core competencies that drive real business impact.

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Market Research

Syndicated and custom research across industries — healthcare, FMCG, technology, chemicals, and more

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Strategic Consulting

Helping businesses navigate complex markets with actionable intelligence and growth strategies

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Procurement Intelligence

Market price forecasting and procurement insights that optimize supply chain decisions

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Healthcare Research

Supporting pharma, biotech, hospitals, and public health organizations with specialized research

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Business Building

Scaling organizations from zero to 380+ team members across six countries with 40%+ annual growth

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Mentorship

Guiding aspiring entrepreneurs and researchers on their journey to building impactful careers

The Path So Far

From engineering to entrepreneurship — a career defined by curiosity, grit, and a relentless drive to build.

EDUCATION

B.E. Chemical Engineering

Savitribai Phule Pune University — where the foundation of analytical thinking was laid

EDUCATION

MBA & Master's in International Business

Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi and Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)

CORPORATE

Sealed Air Corporation & Diversey

Sector Head for Processed Food and Sr. Area Sales Manager — gaining deep industry experience in FMCG and industrial markets

2005

Founded IMARC Group

Took the leap into entrepreneurship, co-founding IMARC Group to provide world-class market research and consulting

GROWTH

Founded Claight Corporation

Launched Claight (Expert Market Research) — growing it to 380+ professionals serving Fortune 500 companies globally

TODAY

Building & Mentoring

Leading multiple ventures, mentoring entrepreneurs, and continuing to push the boundaries of market intelligence

Sharing What I've Learned

I believe in giving back — through training, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.

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Entrepreneurship Mentoring

One-on-one and group mentoring for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build scalable businesses. From ideation to execution, I help founders avoid common pitfalls and accelerate growth.

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Market Research Training

Workshops and training programs for teams looking to build in-house research capabilities. Covering research design, data collection, analysis, and turning insights into strategy.

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Corporate Strategy Sessions

Custom strategy sessions for leadership teams navigating complex market landscapes. Leveraging two decades of cross-industry experience to drive informed decision-making.

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Let's Connect

Whether you're looking for strategic guidance, interested in collaboration, or want to discuss market trends — I'd love to hear from you.