In this inspiring talk, a corporate leader turned entrepreneur shares how bold leaps—taken at unexpected moments—can reshape industries and lives. From walking away from a cushy banking job to venturing into renewable energy without prior knowledge, and later building India's first virtual pharmaceutical company, his story is one of grit, reinvention, and belief. He draws parallels between playing international badminton at 37 and scaling global businesses, all tied together by one core mantra: take the first step. With his ABC formula—Act with courage, Build with intent, and Commit with belief—this talk reminds us that the right time is always now, and life rewards those who move with purpose. Hari Kiran Chereddi is a pharma industry leader with over 20 years of experience in global market expansion, R&D, and high-impact exits. As Managing Director of HRV Global LifeSciences, he is spearheading India’s first virtual API company — an innovative, asset-light model that’s redefining pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply chains.His work focuses on unlocking niche segments like oncology, orphan drugs, and specialty APIs, while building scalable, regulatory-driven solutions for global pharma markets. A strong collaborator, Hari partners with investors and industry experts to accelerate pharmaceutical innovation worldwide. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx