Hem Raj Dhakal brings his pioneering entrepreneurial spirit and global business acumen to Shark Tank Nepal as one of our distinguished investors. As the co-founder of IME Conglomerate, he has revolutionized Nepal’s financial landscape and established himself as a visionary leader in South Asian business.
Together with his brother Chandra Prasad Dhakal, he built IME from the ground up, transforming Nepal’s remittance sector and creating unprecedented access to financial services for millions of citizens, particularly in underserved rural areas. His innovative approach to business has led to successful mergers with NASDAQ Fortune 500 companies, establishing IME’s presence across international markets.
Having spent over two decades in Japan, Malaysia, the UK, and the USA, Dhakal brings a wealth of global experience to the Tank. His international perspective and strategic expertise have been instrumental in expanding IME’s operations across South Asia and establishing money service institutions in multiple countries, including South Korea.
What makes Dhakal particularly valuable as a Shark is his commitment to nurturing new talent. Through IME Conglomerate, he has actively invested in various startups, demonstrating his dedication to exploring Nepal’s business potential and creating opportunities for young entrepreneurs. His unique employee ownership model at IME showcases his belief in shared success and sustainable business growth.
As a philanthropist and social entrepreneur, Dhakal co-founded the IME Foundation in 2009, which continues to make significant contributions to society through various charitable initiatives. This commitment to social impact adds another dimension to his role as a Shark, bringing both business expertise and social consciousness to the Tank.
For entrepreneurs pitching on Shark Tank Nepal, Dhakal offers more than just investment capital – he brings decades of experience in scaling businesses globally, deep understanding of financial markets, and a proven track record of mentoring successful startups. His presence on the show represents an unparalleled opportunity for Nepal’s next generation of business leaders to learn from and potentially partner with one of the country’s most successful first-generation entrepreneurs.
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