In a world where metropolitan hubs dominate the corporate landscape with MNCs originating in every corner, Shrey Sharma, the visionary CEO of Cyntexa, is leading a different movement. Building an IT company in the tier-2 city of Jaipur, he is spearheading young entrepreneurs to revolutionize the business ecosystem in his hometown. Cyntexa stands strong today with 450+ team members as one of India’s fastest-growing tech start-ups. Shrey’s inspiring journey, rooted in Jaipur, is a testament to the idea that “Your location doesn’t define your success.”
Redefining Success in a Tier-2 City
Shrey’s entrepreneurship story began with a pivotal choice: to accept the lucrative job offer in Los Angeles or stay back in Jaipur and carve his own path. Choosing the latter, he embraced the challenges of building something extraordinary in a city not traditionally known for its tech-driven opportunities. Shrey started as a Salesforce Trainer during his college days at the age of 19. It later expanded into curated video lectures on his YouTube channel, Salesforce Hulk, which has over 130k subscribers.
At just 28, Shrey is now the founder of multiple ventures, including Cyntexa, a Salesforce consulting-focused IT company, and S2 Labs, a Salesforce training institute. These ventures serve global clients and have a well-knitted community and network in India, showcasing how ambition can flourish regardless of geography.
Bringing MNC Culture to Jaipur
One of Shrey’s key missions is to bridge the gap between the corporate culture of multinational companies (MNCs) and the burgeoning talent pool in Jaipur. Cyntexa, as a workplace, reflects this vision and offers a blend of global professionalism with strong roots to culture.
Core values that define Cyntexa’s culture include a people-centric approach. Shrey believes in nurturing talent by providing opportunities to freshers and empowering people to take ownership of their work. Unlike the hustle-driven culture of metro cities, Cyntexa fosters an environment that prioritizes personal well-being alongside professional growth. With global opportunities right at home, his intention to retain local talent has attracted professionals nationwide to Jaipur. He firmly believes in creating opportunities, not just seeking them.
Starting his first venture in a basement with five friends, Shrey turned a modest beginning into a thriving enterprise with a year-on-year revenue growth of 200%. The sister company of Cyntexa, S2 Labs, has trained over 100,000 individuals in Salesforce skills, empowering students to build careers without relocating to metro cities.
Lessons for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Shrey’s success is rooted in timeless principles. According to him, success is subjective, but it is not about wealth or a high standard of living. It’s about building a life that aligns with your values. True success lies in uplifting others, whether by creating jobs, sharing knowledge, or fostering a supportive community. Throughout his entrepreneurial journey, he has believed and proved that smaller cities often offer untapped potential waiting to be explored. Staying back in Jaipur has allowed him to save costs in running a business and forge closer connections with family and friends.
The Road Ahead
With a vision to scale his ventures and continue bridging the gap between MNC culture and local talent, he is a beacon of inspiration for entrepreneurs in tier-2 cities. His message is clear: “Opportunities aren’t confined to big cities; big ideas create them.”
Shrey Sharma’s journey is far from over. As Jaipur’s business ecosystem grows, leaders like Shrey are proving that innovation, ambition, and a commitment to community can redefine what it means to succeed, no matter where you are.
Shrey’s story is a reminder that when purpose meets commitment, even the smallest cities can become the biggest platforms for success.
