Vineeta Singh Height, Age, Husband, Children, Family, Biography & More

Some Lesser Known Facts About Vineeta Singh

• Vineeta Singh, an Indian entrepreneur, proudly owns the renowned Indian cosmetic brand ‘Sugar.’

• While she was studying in college and university, she achieved success in multiple badminton competitions. [3]Nav Bharat Times

• In 2014, she completed a three-month internship at ITC Limited in Kolkata. Later, during her MBA studies, she undertook another three-month internship at Deutsche Bank in both London and New York.

• The Week Magazine featured the story of Vineeta Singh in 2007, where she turned down a job offer of a Rs. 1 crore salary per annum after completing her MBA, as she had aspirations to start her own business. [4]Nav Bharat Times

• During the establishment of her own business, she encountered numerous financial challenges. In order to cover her daily expenses, she even accepted a monthly salary of Rs. 10,000.

• She joined Quetzal Online Private Limited in Mumbai as a director in April 2007. After dedicating over 5 years to the company, she ventured into entrepreneurship and established her own beauty product supplying company called ‘FAB BAG’ in Mumbai.

• Vineeta Singh stylishly poses alongside a collection of Sugar cosmetic products in a photo. In 2015, she experienced immense popularity among cosmetic users in India when she launched her cosmetic brand company named Sugar. As of 2021, Sugar has expanded to over 2500 outlets in more than 130 cities in India. Vineeta shared during an interview that her decision to start a beauty subscription company alongside her co-founder, Kaushik, in 2012 came from a strong belief in creating a product specifically catered to women. This decision was made after her first startup failed to expand. The invaluable input from 200,000 women who openly shared their detailed beauty preferences became the driving force behind the transition to SUGAR Cosmetics. In 2015, SUGAR Cosmetics successfully launched as a direct-to-consumer makeup brand, with the core customers remaining at the forefront of their journey.

• In addition, she discussed the difficulties she encountered when establishing the company. She explained that while trying to secure funding, they faced skepticism regarding the potential success of the digital-first beauty industry. Moreover, there were doubts about their ability to compete against well-established FMCG giants without raising a significant amount of money. Additionally, some expressed concerns about the product’s capability to provide a unique competitive edge, as it was perceived as a common commodity.

• In 2021, Vineeta obtained the rights from Warner Bros to introduce her own line of cosmetics called SUGAR X WONDER WOMAN.

• Vineeta participated as a judge on the Sony TV reality show ‘Shark Tank India’, which debuted on December 20, 2021. On the show, aspiring entrepreneurs pitched their startup ideas to the judges in hopes of securing investment. Vineeta decided to invest in several of the presented startups during the course of the TV show.

1. Vineeta Singh secured a 15% equity investment of 20 lakhs in Nocd Energy Drink, an energy drink brand.
2. Ashneer Grover, Vineeta Singh, and Aman Gupta collectively hold a 16% equity stake in Blue Pine Foods, a frozen food brand, amounting to 75 lakhs.
3. Ashneer Grover and Vineeta Singh, the founders of Ridebooz (an urban utility brand), have secured 40 lakhs with a 50% equity stake.
4. Vineeta Singh and Anupam Mittal have invested 50 lakhs in Mycosiq, a skincare brand, in exchange for a 25% equity stake.
5. Vineeta Singh and Anupam Mittal have acquired 30% equity in Heart up my sleeves, a fashion accessories brand, for 25 lakh.
6. Vineeta Singh and other judges have acquired 15% equity in Skippi ice pops (Popsicles), amounting to 1 crore.

• In 2018, she received an invitation to be a guest speaker at TEDx, Pune. During her talk, she delved into the topic of ‘Transforming fears into victories.’

• In 2021, Vineeta was extended invitations to showcase her expertise on multiple episodes of the TV game show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’.

• Vineeta Singh has actively taken part in a wide range of marathons, running events, and cycling events. By December 2021, her marathon count exceeded 14, which notably includes three consecutive years of participating in the 89 km Comrades Run in South Africa. Additionally, she has successfully completed the Iron Man Triathlon. You can find her on Instagram at handle @vineetasingh.

• During an interview, she shared her experience with participating in marathons. She began her running journey years ago and has since completed over 14 Marathons and Full Marathons, covering a distance of about 42 kilometers each. Along the way, she decided to push herself further by signing up for the famous Comrades race, an ultra marathon in South Africa spanning 89 kilometers. This historic event is the world’s largest and oldest ultramarathon, with a strict time limit of 12 hours for completion. Remarkably, she successfully completed this grueling race not once, but three times! In one of those years, she even earned a bronze medal. Additionally, both she and her husband Kaushik participated in the challenging Iron Man Triathlon, which includes a 3.8-kilometer open water swim, a 180-kilometer bike ride, and a concluding 42-kilometer run. Meeting the set criteria requires completing all of this within 17 hours. Furthermore, she has also taken part in various Half Marathons and Triathlons held in India, achieving podium finishes. While she doesn’t consider these accomplishments to be significant, she genuinely believes that pursuing passions outside of work enhances personal growth. That’s why she continues to engage in these activities.

• Vineeta frequently indulges in alcoholic beverages during social gatherings and events. Presently, Vineeta Singh is enjoying a meal at a restaurant.

• In an interview, Vineeta discussed her success mantra, emphasizing the importance of consistent investment in one’s work and maintaining a patient mentality towards the outcomes in order to achieve something exceptional.
• As of January 2022, the YouTube channel ‘Sugar Cosmetics’ boasts approximately 423K subscribers.

• Vineeta Singh’s presence has been highlighted on the cover page and within the pages of numerous magazines. Notably, Business Today magazine (2021) dedicated a feature to Vineeta Singh.

• In an interview, she expressed her motto that encompasses both her professional and personal life: Embrace bold decisions that align with your beliefs without fear. Throughout my life, I have harbored a lifelong ambition of establishing a women-centric brand, and I have devoted endless efforts to transform this dream into a tangible reality. As a runner and entrepreneur, I have also embraced the philosophy that adaptability is paramount in overcoming any obstacles that come our way. Genuine growth doesn’t solely rely on the speed at which we attain our goals, but rather on our ability to effectively sustain and nurture them once they are achieved.