Roshni media Group

What Roshni media Group does

Roshni Media Group is a privately held, founder-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit multimedia organization founded in 1999 by Dr. Rashmee Sharma and co-led since 2013 by Manee Kamboj. The organization operates three primary product lines: a series of curated coffee table books documenting inspirational leaders across South Asian and global communities (2005, 2011, 2015, 2018 editions, with a fourth edition in progress); the annual TIA (The Inspirational Achievers) Awards Gala, a black-tie fundraiser held at The Pierre Hotel by Taj in New York that recognizes 20+ honorees per year and attracts nearly 500 attendees and corporate sponsors including ICICI Bank, Tanishq, Pfizer, and Morgan Stanley; and the RAYWA Foundation (established 2016), which delivers autism and neurodiversity awareness, education, vocational training, and rare disease programs across 15 countries through partnerships with EY, SAP, Autism Speaks, Columbia University, and Boys & Girls Club of America. The Firetalk777 video platform complements these lines with seven-minute interviews of inspirational leaders.

The underlying technology stack is a conventional content-publishing platform — a WordPress-based website (roshnimedia.com), a Facebook presence, digital video distribution via Firetalk777, and digital donation/ticketing infrastructure (PayPal, Zelle). There is no proprietary technology, API, or AI/ML capability disclosed; the competitive assets are the curated content library, the 25-year brand, and the multi-stakeholder alliance network rather than technology differentiation.

The business model is a nonprofit fundraising model with four revenue streams: tax-deductible donations (RAYWA Foundation EIN 81-4501034, via PayPal/Zelle/certified check, with a 3.5% processing fee added), gala ticket and table sales (individual tickets $750-$1,500; tables $10,000-$20,000; 3.25% processing fee), corporate sponsorships across Champion/Gold/Silver/Community Partner tiers, and one-time book sales distributed through US public and school libraries. Go-to-market is hybrid: event-driven (annual gala), community-led (RAYWA volunteer recruitment and corporate employer engagement), and direct-to-consumer (website donations). Customer segments span youth with autism/neurodiverse individuals and their families (primary), corporate employers seeking neurodiversity hiring pipelines, educational institutions, and high-net-worth individuals/honorees.

Name

Roshni media Group

Legal name

Roshni Media Group

Website

https://roshnimedia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Roshni Media Group is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1999 that operates the TIA Awards Gala, a coffee table book series, and the RAYWA Foundation delivering autism and neurodiversity education, employment, and rare disease programs across 15 countries through corporate and academic partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Upper Saddle River

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: RAYWA Foundation accepts tax-deductible donations (EIN 81-4501034) through PayPal and Zelle. Donations support educational programs, employment initiatives, advocacy efforts, and rare disease programs for neurodiverse youth globally. 3.5% processing fee is added to donations to cover transaction costs.
2. Gala Event Tickets and Tables: Annual TIA Awards Gala generates revenue through ticket sales (VIP $1,500, Honoree $1,000, Autism Family $750) and table purchases (PRIME $20,000, VIP $15,000, Honoree $10,000). Proceeds support RAYWA Autism Foundation programs. 3.25% processing fee applies.
3. Coffee Table Book Sales: Sale of coffee table books documenting inspirational leaders including Roshni: The Light of South Asia, Global and Emerging Leaders editions, and Inspirational Women editions. Books are distributed to public school libraries and public libraries nationwide.
4. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors at various tiers (Champion, Gold, Silver, Community Partner) sponsor the annual gala and RAYWA initiatives. Sponsors include ICICI Bank, Tanishq, Pfizer, Morgan Stanley, Rampur, and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Roshni Media Group is a nonprofit media organization that documents inspirational role models through a series of coffee table books, hosts the annual TIA (The Inspirational Achievers) Awards Gala, and operates the RAYWA Foundation to raise awareness and create opportunities for neurodiverse youth. Its multimedia platform — including the Firetalk777 video interview series — combines storytelling, advocacy, and direct support programs for the autism community across 15 countries.

Product overview

Roshni Media Group operates as a multimedia platform offering coffee table books celebrating inspirational global leaders (Roshni series published in 2005, 2011, 2015, 2018), the annual TIA Awards gala program honoring exceptional individuals, and the RAYWA Foundation nonprofit focused on autism awareness and neurodiversity support. The company also provides Firetalk777 interview platform and various vocational training and advocacy programs for neurodiverse youth.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TIA Awards: The Inspirational Achievers (TIA) Awards - annual gala event celebrating exceptional individuals across diverse categories for their contributions to industries and communities.
• Firetalk777

Products and services

• Coffee Table Books Meticulously curated coffee table books celebrating inspirational leaders and diversity across South Asian and global communities. Distributed to public school libraries and public libraries nationwide in the United States.
• TIA Awards Gala Annual black-tie awards gala recognizing and celebrating inspirational individuals across diverse disciplines for their contributions to industries and communities. Tickets and tables sold at premium price points ($750-$20,000) targeting corporate sponsors, high-net-worth individuals, and honorees.
• RAYWA Foundation Programs 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for youth with autism, providing educational programs, scholarships, grants, employment pathways, and advocacy for neurodiverse individuals across 15 countries.
• Firetalk777 Video Interview Platform Multimedia interview platform featuring 7-minute episodes with inspirational leaders across different sectors, raising awareness while supporting RAYWA Foundation's goals of autism awareness and neurodiversity support.
• Vocational Training Programs Vocational training efforts for neurodivergent youth including job coaching, supported employment, life skills training, technical and trade skills, creative and artistic training, entrepreneurial training, and hospitality/retail/agricultural programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 million people reached through multimedia platforms
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered champion sponsor, silver sponsor, gold sponsor, media partner, core and secondary.

• ICICI Bankchampion sponsorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Champion Sponsor for TIA Awards Gala 2024. Provided exclusive gift bags for gala attendees at Pierre Hotel by Taj.
• Tanishqsilver sponsorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Silver Sponsor providing fashion show showcase at gala and contributing gift bags. Jewelry brand demonstrating commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Pfizersilver sponsorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Silver Sponsor for TIA Awards Gala 2024, supporting autism awareness and neurodiversity initiatives.
• Morgan Stanleysilver sponsorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Silver Sponsor for TIA Awards Gala 2024, supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Rampur Winerygold sponsorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Gold Sponsor for TIA Awards Gala 2024.
• Aaj Takmedia partnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Media Partner for TIA Awards Gala 2024. Major international news outlet providing press coverage.
• India Todaymedia partnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 December 2024Media Partner for TIA Awards Gala 2024. Leading international news organization providing press coverage.
• EY (Ernst & Young)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvancing workforce inclusion through neurodiversity hiring programs and mentorship opportunities. EY is a Neuro-diverse COE leader partnering with RAYWA to champion neurodiversity and create meaningful opportunities for youth to take the next big steps in their lives.
• SAPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDriving innovation through Autism at Work initiatives, creating sustainable employment pathways. SAP reports that neurodiverse employees in the Autism at Work program are 30% more productive than neurotypical employees, with reduced error rates.
• Autism SpeakscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRaising awareness and supporting families with essential educational resources. Provides employment tool kits and resources for neurodiverse job seekers.
• Columbia University School of Social WorkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnering to advance research and best practices in autism inclusion. Collaborates on research initiatives and professional exchange programs.
• Boys & Girls Club of AmericasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerProviding safe spaces for neurodiverse youth to develop critical life skills. Supports community programs for neurodiverse youth development.
• International School of AutismsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCustomizing learning pathways for neurodiverse students worldwide. Supports educational programs and vocational training for neurodiverse individuals.
• RNKS (Rajasthan Netrahin Kalyan Sangh)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting inclusive education and vocational training for visually impaired youth in India. Focuses on educational resources, vocational training, and fostering independence through skill-building initiatives.
• Rotary ClubsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborating on community programs that foster vocational training and inclusivity. Supports community outreach and awareness initiatives.
• The Pierre Hotel by TajsecondaryOthersVenue partner hosting TIA Awards Gala at iconic Pierre Hotel by Taj in New York City for annual events.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• National Diversity Council: Event-driven diversity and inclusion recognition organization hosting galas and awards. Closely mirrors the TIA Awards gala model and diversity-celebration positioning.
• Women in the World Media: Women empowerment media and live events company producing summits featuring global leaders. Closely parallels the Inspirational Women coffee table book and TIA Awards honoree model.
• South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT): South Asian American advocacy and community empowerment organization. Directly comparable in cultural-community focus and mission-driven media/awareness work.
• Autism Speaks: Largest US autism advocacy nonprofit and current RAYWA partner. Directly comparable as a neurodiversity awareness, family support, and employment resources organization, though operating at materially larger scale.
• Autism Society of America: National grassroots autism advocacy organization focused on awareness, education, employment support and community connections. Directly comparable in mission to RAYWA's neurodiversity programs.

Emerging players

• Color Of Change: Racial justice advocacy organization using media campaigns and corporate engagement. Comparable in diversity advocacy narrative and digital audience-building, though focused on civil rights rather than neurodiversity.
• Special Needs Network: Los Angeles-based nonprofit serving families and individuals with autism and developmental disabilities through education, advocacy and employment programs. Comparable in neurodiversity mission and direct-service nonprofit model, but smaller and regionally focused.

Regional players

• India Foundation for the Arts: India-based arts and culture grantmaking foundation. Comparable as a grantmaking and storytelling entity tied to South Asian identity, but operates primarily in India rather than the US market.

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Club of America: National youth development nonprofit and current RAYWA partner. Overlaps in youth life-skills programming for neurodiverse populations, though operating across all youth rather than focusing on neurodiversity.
• The Asian American Foundation: Large, well-funded AAPI-focused philanthropy established in 2021 with multi-hundred-million-dollar endowment. Comparable as a broader South Asian / AAPI empowerment and grantmaking entity, though at much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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