Did someone say Guaranteed Scholarships | Nuskas with Anushka | Ep 09

This episode is a shoutout for students and parents exploring financial aid for higher education, for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start or scale their startups, for educators and academic professionals who guide students finding scholarships, for tech enthusiasts and of course for the audience with an interest in education.

Craig Fernandes, the co-founder and CEO of SecureMyScholarship, an EdTech platform revolutionising student success by connecting learners with scholarships worldwide. Since its founding in 2021, the platform has secured over $9.5 million in scholarships for students, making higher education accessible and achievable for thousands globally.

🌟 Here’s what we cover in the episode:

Craig’s inspiring journey from founding Lock&Stock to building SecureMyScholarship.
The vision and challenges behind creating one of the fastest-growing EdTech startups in the UAE, recognized by the Ministry of Education.
Insights into scaling an EdTech business, building trust with students, and creating impact in education.

✨ Whether you’re a student looking for scholarship opportunities, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about the EdTech revolution, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical takeaways!

Secure My Scholarship Instagram handle:
https://www.instagram.com/securemysch...

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📢 Timestamps:
0:00- Introduction
2:16- Are you from a family business background?
6:06- Shift from Lock&Stock to SecureMyScholarship
20:13- Key lessons carried forward to SecureMyScholarship
23:37- Team size
24:08- Prioritizing students over profits
28:41- Presence in India
31:30- Where does the money come from?
32:47- Scholarship guaranteed!
35:08- Demand vs Supply
38:30- The Challenges in scaling up quickly
47:47- Competition in Edtech and sustainability
55:01- Take Home of a Startup CEO
59:58- Do winning awards add certain pressure?
1:04:43- Nuskas for aspiring entrepreneurs struggling to raise capital
1:07:43- Learnings from unpleasant situations
1:14:28- Outro