9 months ago
Rathi Brothers Honored by Nichols College for Entrepreneurial Leadership
Two brothers, Nishant and Nikhil Rathi, who went to college at Nichols College, were given a special award.
They started companies like Web Werks, which builds data centers, and NeoSOFT, which helps other companies use technology.
They also helped create a big internet connection place called DE-CIX India.
The award is for being great leaders and for all the cool things they've done with technology.
They even gave a talk to students about how to start a business and what jobs will be like in the future, mentioning how important both computers and people working together will be.
They said that starting a business is hard work but involves never giving up and always thinking about the customers.
Nishant and Nikhil Rathi, co-founders of multiple tech companies, were honored by their alma mater, Nichols College.
They received the Nichols College Alumni Achievement Award for their contributions to business and entrepreneurship.
The Rathi brothers founded Web Werks Data Centers, NeoSOFT, and DE-CIX India, growing from a small web design company in Mumbai.
They delivered a lecture on 'Entrepreneurship & the Future of Work,' advising students on perseverance and the 'AI + Human Edge'.
The award recognized their business successes, including the sale of Web Werks, and their commitment to mentorship and sustainable leadership.
- Who
- Nishant Rathi and Nikhil Rathi, co-founders of Web Werks Data Centers, NeoSOFT Pvt. Ltd., and DE-CIX India
- What
- Received the Nichols College Alumni Achievement Award for their business and entrepreneurial accomplishments.
- Where
- Nichols College
- When
- Recently
- Why
- For their distinguished leadership, lasting contributions to the global technology ecosystem, mentorship, sustainable leadership, and building organizations that empower people through technology.
Key facts
- Award
- Nichols College Alumni Achievement Award
- Recipients
- Nishant Rathi and Nikhil Rathi (Co-founders of Web Werks Data Centers, NeoSOFT Pvt. Ltd., and DE-CIX India)
- Alma Mater
- Nichols College
- Key Companies Founded/Led
- Web Werks Data Centers, NeoSOFT Pvt. Ltd., DE-CIX India
- Notable Event
- Web Werks sale to Iron Mountain in 2025
- Lecture Topic
- Entrepreneurship & the Future of Work
Quotes
Nishant Rathi
Co-founder of Web Werks Data Centers, NeoSOFT Pvt. Ltd., and DE-CIX India, and an alumnus of Nichols College.
“Receiving this recognition from Nichols College is truly special. The foundation we built here continues to guide our approach to innovation and leadership.”
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“Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight line. It’s perseverance, timing, and a relentless focus on the customer.”
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