Harish Bahl

Harish Bahl is a prominent entrepreneur and investor, serving as the Founder and Chairman of Smile Group since 1999, where the organization focuses on building digital companies and expanding operations globally. Bahl has invested in various global consumer internet and software companies, including Airbnb and SpaceX, and co-founded SingleInterface, a SaaS platform aimed at enhancing marketing and commerce for local businesses. Bahl holds board memberships and investment roles in multiple companies such as Zupee, Tyroo, and serves as a founding partner at Springstar, which assists Airbnb in its international expansion. Additionally, Bahl is a Partner at WestCap, a Venture Partner at both Tomales Bay Capital and Carmenta Management, and a Founder and Trustee at Plaksha University. Bahl holds a B. Tech. in Computer Science from SDM College of Engineering and Technology.