Building Connections, Creating Opportunities, Strengthening the Global Marathi Business Community

The 11th Global Marathi Founders (GMF) Monthly Meetup was successfully hosted on Sunday, 14th June 2026, in Dubai, bringing together entrepreneurs, consultants, professionals, founders, and business leaders from diverse industries for a morning filled with networking, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and meaningful conversations.

Hosted by Mr. Abhijit Patale, Managing Director of Esource Middle East LLC, the meetup took place at Sultan Business Center, Oud Metha, Dubai. The event continued GMF's mission of connecting Marathi entrepreneurs worldwide and creating a platform where members can learn, grow, collaborate, and support one another.

Strong Participation from the Business Community

The meetup witnessed participation from 28 entrepreneurs and professionals representing various industries including technology, ERP solutions, finance, accounting, consulting, HR, logistics, travel, events, food trading, construction, software development, pest control, and more.

The attendees included:

• Lavlesh Raut – Swimtech Swimming Pools LLC

• Deepak Patil – Elite Edge Marble

• Priyanka Patil – KyaPehnu.app

• Abhijit Patale – Esource Middle East LLC

• Sandeep Kad – Cakeologyy Catering Services LLC

• Lohit Kharapkar – Events & Exhibitions

• Rajaram Khanolkar – Equinox Software Solutions

• Devendra Tayade

• Kalpesh Gaykar (First-Time Attendee)

• Dinesh Kasar

• Nitin Karne – Forex Trader & Trainer

• Saurabh Lonkar – Schematic Consultants

• Ruchira Pawar – Trikay Travels

• Ruchi Vichare

• Vrushali Zagade – Creativebees Hive Events LLC

• Amit Tomar – Monetaris Consultech

• Shivanee Deshpande – TalentNest Consulting FZE

• Shradhesh Pawar – All InDubai Foodstuff Trading

• Prasadini Deshpande – ChaArts Traditional Handicraft Works

• Dr. Sudhir Sawarkar – QR Serve Consultant

• Rahul Duragkar – MEP Projects

• Kavita & Nitin Galande (First-Time Attendees)

• Rahul Jagdhane – Print Pack Consultant & Restaurant Business

• Vinay Pagare – MoreProductive Consulting

• Adv. Avinash Gokhale

• Yuvvraj Jadhav – Sunmeet.ae

• Sachin Birewar – Suraj Innovations

• Kailas Chiplunkar – Customs Clearance & Logistics

The diversity of industries represented created an ideal environment for meaningful business discussions and future collaboration opportunities.

An Atmosphere of Positivity and Collaboration

One of the defining features of the meetup was the positive energy shared among all participants. Members openly exchanged ideas, shared experiences from their entrepreneurial journeys, discussed business challenges, and explored ways to support one another.

The discussions highlighted the true purpose of GMF—not just networking, but building a trusted ecosystem where Marathi entrepreneurs can learn, collaborate, and grow together.

Lohit Kharapkar summarized the atmosphere perfectly:

"Superb energy and good vibes of business and knowledge from multiple industries."

Similarly, Dinesh Kasar reflected on the quality of interactions:

"Indeed, it was filled with positive energy and great conversations. Looking forward to meeting everyone again soon."

First-Time Attendees Experience the GMF Spirit

The meetup also welcomed several first-time participants who immediately experienced the collaborative culture that GMF is known for.

Nitin Galande shared:

"Heartfelt congratulations to Lavlesh Raut for successfully organizing the Global Marathi Entrepreneurs Meet. Your vision, dedication, and commitment brought together entrepreneurs from across the globe on one inspiring platform."

He further appreciated the hospitality and arrangements that contributed to the success of the event.

The participation of new members demonstrated the growing reach and impact of the GMF community in the UAE and beyond.

Meaningful Connections Beyond Business

Many attendees emphasized that the event was not only about business opportunities but also about building genuine relationships.

Ruchi Vichare expressed:

"It was great attending the meeting today. I really loved the energy we all carried and the pure intention to help each other. Looking forward to meeting each one of you and connect."

Shivanee Deshpande, Founder of TalentNest Consulting FZE, shared:

"It was a great Sunday morning. Thank you to Lavlesh Raut for building such a wonderful community, Abhijit for hosting us so warmly, and Ruchi for the delicious treats. Looking forward to more such events and meaningful collaborations ahead."

Several members also expressed interest in continuing discussions through one-on-one meetings, reinforcing the value of the relationships formed during the meetup.

Appreciation for the Host and Event Arrangements

Members widely appreciated the hospitality extended by host Mr. Abhijit Patale and the excellent arrangements made for the event.

Vrushali Zagade, Founder of Creativebees Hive Events LLC, commented:

"Special thanks to Abhijit Patale for the warm hospitality and to Ruchi for the delicious food and excellent arrangements that made the event even more memorable."

Another participant from Beetleman Pest Control shared:

"Great meeting and excellent arrangements. A wonderful opportunity to support our Marathi business community, build stronger connections, and create meaningful relationships that will help everyone grow together."

The comfortable venue, welcoming atmosphere, and seamless coordination contributed significantly to the overall success of the meetup.

Message from Host – Abhijit Patale

Addressing the members, Mr. Abhijit Patale thanked everyone for their participation and emphasized the importance of collective growth.

He highlighted that GMF is a platform that belongs to all entrepreneurs—a place where ideas can be exchanged freely, collaborations can flourish, and members can support one another in building successful ventures.

Quoting Ratan Tata, he reminded participants:

"Encourage people, question the unquestioned, and never be ashamed to bring forward new ideas and new ways of doing things."

He encouraged members to continue supporting each other and transforming ideas into impactful realities.

Message from Founder – Lavlesh Raut

GMF Founder Lavlesh Raut expressed gratitude to every participant who contributed to the success of the event.

He shared:

"What an incredible energy at the 11th GMF Meetup. Grateful to every founder, operator, and builder who showed up, shared insights, and made it a room full of real conversations, not just pitches."

He also extended special thanks to Abhijit Patale for hosting the event and ensuring outstanding hospitality.

Lavlesh reiterated that the strength of GMF lies in its culture of collaboration, trust, and mutual support among entrepreneurs.

Looking Ahead

The successful completion of the 11th GMF Monthly Meetup marks another important milestone in the journey of Global Marathi Founders.

With every meetup, the community continues to expand its network, strengthen business relationships, and create opportunities for entrepreneurs across the world.

As members departed with new connections, fresh ideas, and renewed motivation, one thing was clear—the GMF community is growing stronger with every gathering.

The journey continues, and the future promises even greater opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and success.