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Unstop expands globally, teams up with HR Tech for early talent revolution in the Middle East
Mumbai: In a landmark move set to transform the landscape of early talent acquisition and engagement in the Middle East, hrtech, a premier HR Technology Solutions and Analyst firm, has joined forces with Unstop, a talent discovery, community engagement and hiring platform for students and freshers, where talent meets opportunities. This strategic partnership is poised to reshape how businesses in the rapidly evolving Middle Eastern market discover and engage with emerging talent.
This alliance leverages hrtech’s deep market insights and consulting prowess alongside Unstop’s cutting-edge platform, offering enterprises and startups in the Middle East a unique solution for engaging and hiring early talent. The collaboration is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between the region’s emerging talent and its burgeoning business sector, fostering a vibrant ecosystem encompassing Early Talent, Colleges, and Recruiters.
Unstop founder Ankit Aggarwal, expressed his enthusiasm about this collaboration, stating, “Our alliance with hrtech is more than a partnership; it’s a commitment to the Middle East’s future leaders. Unstop is dedicated to being an unstoppable force in talent development, and with hrtech, we are set to revolutionize how the Middle East discovers and nurtures early talent, aligning with our vision to provide innovative and localized solutions.”
hrtech founder & CEO Sriram Iyers shared his excitement about the partnership, saying, “Partnering with Unstop, renowned for their dynamic approach to talent engagement, marks a significant milestone in our mission. We are eager to redefine the HR landscape in the Middle East, confident that our combined expertise will introduce groundbreaking HR solutions tailored to the unique dynamics of this vibrant region.”
This partnership is more than a collaboration; it’s a catalyst for change in the Middle Eastern talent landscape, promising to bring innovative solutions and new opportunities to the region’s burgeoning workforce and dynamic business environment.
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Deepanshu Manchanda named IIMSAM Goodwill Ambassador
Zappfresh founder to advocate for Zero Hunger and nutrition goals.
MUMBAI: Deepanshu Manchanda just got a United Nations side quest because when you’re already fighting hunger from farm to fork, the next level is global goodwill. Deepanshu Manchanda, founder and managing director of DSM Fresh Foods Ltd. (Zappfresh), has been appointed Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by the Intergovernmental Institution for the Use of Micro-Algae Spirulina Against Malnutrition (IIMSAM), an observer to the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
The honorary, non-remunerative role recognises his work in building inclusive, transparent food systems, strengthening smallholder farmer livelihoods especially women producers and advancing nutrition and food security.
Since founding Zappfresh in 2015, Manchanda has focused on traceability, farmer inclusion and public health. A notable collaboration with Shared Wealth Ventures LLC (a Heifer Project International subsidiary) established a backyard poultry sourcing model across Odisha, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh, linking women-led households directly to organised markets while promoting biosecurity and premium procurement practices.
As Goodwill Ambassador, he will support initiatives aligned with:
- SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) – advocating sustainable nutrition solutions
- SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) – raising awareness of malnutrition interventions
- SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) – fostering collaboration across institutions and communities
Manchanda said, “I’m honoured by IIMSAM’s recognition. It reflects the journey we began at Zappfresh to build transparent food systems that support smallholder farmers and improve nutrition outcomes. I’m eager to support collaborative progress toward Zero Hunger, better nutrition, and strong partnerships on a global scale.”
In a world where hunger and opportunity often sit at the same table, Manchanda isn’t just serving fresh food, he’s serving fresh hope, one traceable chicken and empowered farmer at a time.
