Jatin Kataria
LinkedIn ↗Managing Director · InMeSta Ecosystem and WeShapeUp Venture Studio
Rajkot, India
About
Jatin Kataria is a serial entrepreneur and startup ecosystem contributor serving as Managing Director at InMeSta Ecosystem and WeShapeUp Venture Studio. He founded InMeSta, a Rajkot-based venture studio firm focused on corporate and SME innovation, in 2020, and earlier founded WE Group, a consulting firm working on strategy, business development and startup support. After studying mechanical engineering and completing an MBA, he worked in public-sector corporate planning and renewable energy projects. He has held mentor roles with programs including Founder Institute and Hult, and was the featured speaker at the Founder Institute South Africa graduation in 2024. Jatin brings a founder and ecosystem-builder perspective on venture studio models, corporate and SME innovation, strategic alliances, and cross-border collaboration. The work provides direct exposure to how new ventures are built inside studios and how established businesses work with startups. Jatin is particularly relevant to conversations around venture building, corporate innovation, startup ecosystem development in emerging markets, and mentoring early-stage founders.