The Growth Lane

How do you build a food business that relies on systems instead of just chefs? In this episode of The Growth Lane, host Bibek Bhandary sits down with Binay Sharma (CEO) and Luckson Raj Shrestha (CTO), the co-founders behind Hangry Gen. Born out of a late-night craving and the frustration of inconsistent food delivery, Hangry Gen has scaled into one of Nepal’s premier SOP-driven cloud kitchens—even securing a massive 1 Crore deal on Shark Tank Nepal.We cut through the standard food-business romance to talk about what actually drives growth: strict operations, integrating technology with food, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and the reality of scaling a delivery-first model in Kathmandu and Pokhara.If you want to know how to turn a late-night idea into a system-driven business that investors actually want to back, this episode is your playbook.Don't forget to Subscribe to The Growth Lane for more real conversations on sales, mindset, and business growth in Nepal.Hosted by: Bibek BhandaryPowered by: Ascendifly#TheGrowthLane #HangryGen #CloudKitchen #SharkTankNepal #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurshipNepal #BibekBhandary #SalesMindset #StartupToScale #Ascendifly #NepalPodcast

In this episode of The Growth Lane, host Bibek Bhandary sits down with Diwash Thapa—Managing Director of Talent Connects, HR leader, and Shark Tank Nepal success story.We explore how sales principles are not just for products, but for people and talent. Diwash shares how he leverages innovation, technology, and strategic HR practices to transform organizations, build high-performing teams, and drive measurable business growth. Key takeaways include:- How Talent Connects is revolutionizing recruitment and HR management in Nepal- The intersection of sales and HR: turning ideas and talent into tangible impact- Lessons from Shark Tank Nepal and scaling a business with confidenceEntrepreneurs, HR professionals, and sales enthusiasts alike will find actionable insights on growing teams, businesses, and their own mindset.Don’t forget to subscribe for more real sales stories and practical growth lessons from Nepal’s leading changemakers.#TheGrowthLane #Sales #HR #Nepal #TalentConnects #Entrepreneurship #SharkTankNepal

In this episode of The Growth Lane, host Bibek Bhandary sits down with Pavitra Bahadur Gautam—engineer, educator, entrepreneur, and CEO of Karkhana, one of Nepal’s most influential social enterprises.We dive deep into Karkhana’s journey of shaping young minds through creativity and innovation, and uncover why sales is the driving engine behind every bold initiative. Pavitra shares honest insights on:How Karkhana redefined the meaning of growth in NepalWhy many entrepreneurs hesitate to embrace salesThe role of sales in turning ideas into lasting impactWhether you’re an entrepreneur, sales professional, or someone passionate about innovation and education, this episode will challenge the way you think about growth.Don’t forget to subscribe for more real sales stories and actionable growth insights from Nepal’s leading changemakers.

In this episode of The Growth Lane, I sit down with Mr. Nirdesh Dwa (Founder at Veda) to uncover an incredible sales journey — from securing their biggest deal on Shark Tank Nepal to building partnerships with 1,300+ schools and achieving an impressive 98% customer retention. We dive into how the education market has evolved, the strategies that have fueled their growth, and the lessons that can inspire any entrepreneur or sales professional.The Growth Lane is where real sales stories meet actionable growth insights.Join Bibek Bhandary as he sits down with entrepreneurs, sales leaders, and changemakers to uncover the strategies, mindsets, and moments that drive success. No fluff — just real conversations that inspire and equip you to grow.