At the Bioenzyme Entrepreneurs Academy (BEA), every meeting is more than a discussion — it’s a celebration of innovation, resilience, and human connection. The latest BEA session beautifully captured this essence, bringing together entrepreneurs and educators who are redefining sustainability through creativity and compassion.
🌸 Vasanti’s Inspiring Journey: A Vision Beyond Sight
One of the most heart-touching moments was meeting Vasanti, a visually impaired Tamil teacher and bioenzyme entrepreneur from Tamil Nadu. She has built her own brand — Tumbi, which offers handmade bioenzyme soaps on Amazon.
Vasanti amazed everyone with her ability to identify enzymes purely by their fragrance. Beyond business, she empowers other visually impaired individuals by teaching computer classes and advocating for waste management.
Inspired by her story, BEA discussed the idea of translating bioenzyme manuals into Braille, making sustainability education more inclusive for the visually challenged.
“Sustainability should be accessible to all — in every language and every format.”
💪 Bhaskaran’s Story: From Challenges to Change-Making
Bhaskaran’s journey resonated deeply with everyone. As a visually impaired educator, he faced major challenges due to limited Braille materials and lack of digital support. But through determination and community help, he found new ways to learn — using audio notes, recorded lessons, and alternative testing methods.
His life changed in 2008 when he met his mentor Hiler Basker, who introduced him to natural living and bioenzymes. Since then, Bhaskaran has developed enzyme-based coconut oil soaps and other eco-friendly products — beautifully combining sustainability and entrepreneurship.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, he continued teaching and motivating students to be self-reliant and resilient. His collaboration with Lavana on a bioenzyme-based water management project even received state-level recognition and an award from the Education Minister.
💻 Technology, Family, and Innovation
Behind Bhaskaran’s success is a strong support system — his mother-in-law and son, who assist with product branding, labeling, and design. With business operations on Amazon and financial tracking via Vapar, Bhaskaran demonstrates how technology can empower rural entrepreneurs.
He also shared his curiosity to explore artificial intelligence tools to improve his workflow and expand his reach.
“Technology is not a challenge; it’s an opportunity to innovate.”
🧼 Expanding Horizons with Kumi Essentials
The session also featured Sajeeth, founder of Kumi Essentials, known for her enzyme-based charcoal soaps. She shared her vision of expanding the brand across Tamil Nadu and eventually across India.
Sajeeth also plans to start entrepreneurship clubs in schools, nurturing young changemakers to embrace sustainability early. BEA appreciated her innovative spirit and decided to include her journey in their upcoming knowledge-sharing publication.
🧪 Fragrance and Formulation: The Art of Improvement
The discussion then turned to a common challenge — the natural smell of bioenzyme products. Some customers find it too strong. Bhaskaran suggested experimenting with essential oil blends to improve fragrance, inspired by Vasanti’s herbal soap formulas.
Piyush expressed interest in learning from Vasanti’s methods, reflecting BEA’s culture of peer learning and open exchange.
🌱 Exploring the Science and Power of Enzymes
The conversation deepened into the science behind bioenzymes. BEA shared that enzymes can enhance product quality up to 500 times — provided they’re handled correctly.
When Kiran asked about using gomutra (cow urine) and gobar (cow dung) in enzyme cultures, BEA confirmed that these natural inputs can actually strengthen enzyme reactions. However, members were advised not to self-experiment without expert guidance.
The team closed the discussion by emphasizing the role of women entrepreneurs and community innovators in building a sustainable India.
💚 Building an Inclusive and Sustainable Future
This BEA meeting was a reminder that sustainability isn’t just about the environment — it’s about people. It’s about inclusion, accessibility, and creating opportunities where everyone can contribute.
From Vasanti’s sensory brilliance to Bhaskaran’s technological adaptability, from Sajeeth’s expansion dreams to BEA’s collaborative mission — every story reflected a shared vision:
a future where innovation, empathy, and sustainability walk hand in hand.
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