The mark of a true entrepreneur is not how he sails when the seas are calm but how he steers through storms. Dr. Manoj Someswar Gelli, founder of the GMS Group of Companies, has lived this philosophy throughout his entrepreneurial journey—transforming challenges into triumphs through resilience and innovation.
Starting his business in 2007 at the age of 23, with an initial investment of ₹10 crore, Dr. Gelli built GMS into a powerhouse with turnover crossing ₹100 crores. Today, the company operates across IT, Biotechnology, Real Estate, Construction, Research & Development, and CSR. But behind this success story lies a tale of countless struggles and hard-earned victories.
Securing funds, assembling the right team, managing resources, and competing with established players were hurdles that could have deterred many. Yet, Dr. Gelli embraced these obstacles as opportunities to learn and grow. His adaptability, time management, and leadership skills turned setbacks into stepping stones. His willingness to take calculated risks, coupled with an unwavering passion for work, became the driving forces behind his growth.
But what sets Dr. Gelli apart is his deep sense of responsibility towards society. Through CSR, GMS Group has initiated projects focusing on environmental sustainability, social development, and education. For him, business success is incomplete without creating a positive impact on communities.
His achievements have been recognized worldwide, with more than 100 awards celebrating his contributions across IT, business development, entrepreneurship, research, and CSR. Yet, he remains humble, attributing his success to persistence, commitment, and the support of his team.
Inspired by Ratan Tata, Dr. Gelli believes that true greatness lies in building enterprises that not only achieve global recognition but also enrich lives. He admires Tata’s humanitarian outlook and strives to embody similar values in his own journey.
For young entrepreneurs, his advice is both simple and profound: “Be persistent, do not deviate, keep trying hard. Success is inevitable with the right effort.”
In every sense, Dr. Manoj Someswar Gelli’s journey reflects resilience. He is not just an entrepreneur; he is a fighter, a leader, and above all, a visionary who turned trials into triumphs and dreams into enduring legacies.
