Insights International

What Insights International does

Insights International is a New Delhi-headquartered (with a Firozabad registered address) think tank and education-services firm that monetizes a curated network of retired bureaucrats, diplomats, legislators, academics, and policy practitioners through two complementary engines. The first is a stack of cohort-based, certificate- and fellowship-grade programs — PolicyInk (writing), Public Management Certificate, Capital Compass Fellowship, Climate Tech Programme, Insights Tech Academy (AI/Tech/Governance), Sustainable Finance Academy, Railway Diplomacy, Policy Innovation Lab, Emerging Entrepreneurs' Lab, and Policy Insights Lab — delivered live-online with lifetime access to recorded materials and priced between INR 10,000 (USD 120) and INR 2,19,128 (USD 2,500). The second is a professional-services practice branded as Think-tank as a Service, alongside Market Access & Commercial Diplomacy, Advocacy & Public Relations, ESG Strategy, Technology Policy, and Foresight Studies modules sold via direct engagement.

The underlying "technology" is methodological rather than software: evidence-based research frameworks combining conventional and unconventional approaches, systems-thinking and scenario-planning toolkits, and a six-week Camp Week relationship-building program with decision-makers. Programs are enrolled through Google Forms with Razorpay/PayPal/bank-transfer payment, delivered through online learning infrastructure, and supported by an active blog and podcast channel for top-of-funnel demand generation.

The customer base spans individual professionals and students (largest cohort volume), corporates and startups (consulting and advocacy buyers), government entities (training and PPP advisory), and civil society/NGOs (thought leadership and capacity building). GTM is sales-led via direct website enrollment and bespoke consulting relationships, complemented by strategic partnerships with Romero Mentoring Program (Capital Compass), Dowell (Climate Tech), and alignment with Global Policy Insights (co-founded by the same CEO). The firm is bootstrapped, privately held, operates with approximately 5 employees, and discloses no revenue, ARR, or institutional funding.

Name

Insights International

Legal name

Insights International

Website

https://insightsint.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Insights International is a New Delhi-based think tank and policy education firm that sells cohort-based certificate programs, fellowships, and consulting services — including Think-tank as a Service and advocacy support — to professionals, students, corporates, and government entities, leveraging a network of retired bureaucrats and global policy practitioners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Policy Advisory & Management Consulting

NAICS

Other Management Consulting Services (541618), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Think Tanks, Policy Research & Public Policy Institutes (BPAGAFAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Education Policy Research Institutes & Think Tanks (EDADADAA), Economic Research, Statistics & Policy Advisory (BPADAMAJ)

Keywords

• Policy research services
• Political risk advisory
• Public policy education
• Government relations advisory
• Management consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Educational Programs and Fellowships: Revenue generated from fee-based certificate programs, workshops, bootcamps, and fellowship programs including PolicyInk, Public Management Certificate, Capital Compass Fellowship, Climate Tech Programme, Sustainable Finance Academy, Insights Tech Academy, Emerging Entrepreneurs Lab, and Policy Innovation Lab.
2. Think-tank as a Service: Comprehensive consulting service providing organizations with in-house think-tank capabilities including advisory boards, content creation, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy support.
3. Market Access and Commercial Diplomacy Services: Strategic counsel for international market expansion, government relations, trade mission support, and commercial negotiations.
4. Advocacy and Public Relations: Political risk assessments, government relations, crisis management, public affairs, and scenario planning for businesses and investors.
5. Strategy and Compliance Consulting: ESG strategy development, program design and evaluation, technology policy advisory, tax and compliance services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Insights International is a think tank and policy advisory firm that sells two core offerings: (1) structured educational programs (workshops, certificate courses, bootcamps, and fellowships on public policy, public management, technology governance, sustainable finance, climate tech, and entrepreneurship) and (2) advisory services (Think-tank as a Service, Market Access & Commercial Diplomacy, Advocacy & Public Relations, ESG Strategy, and Technology Policy consulting) to businesses, governments, NGOs, and professionals across India and globally.

Product overview

Insights International operates as a global think tank offering a platform-plus-program architecture comprising educational certificate programs, professional development services, and advisory offerings. The core portfolio includes PolicyInk (writing skills workshop), the Certificate in Public Management and Regulatory Affairs, Railway Diplomacy Program, Capital Compass Fellowship, Climate Tech Programme, Insights Tech Academy (AI, Tech & Governance), and Sustainable Finance Academy. Service offerings are organized under Think-tank as a Service, Market Access & Commercial Diplomacy, Advocacy & Public Relations, Education & Development, ESG Strategy, Technology Policy and Strategy, and Foresight Studies & Scenario Planning. The company also operates complementary programs including the Emerging Entrepreneurs' Lab, Policy Innovation Lab, and Policy Insights Lab, alongside a blog content platform and periodic Call for Papers initiatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PolicyInk: Flagship workshop series helping professionals and students develop effective writing skills for careers in public policy, regulatory consulting, business strategy, and public relations.
• Certificate in Public Management and Regulatory Affairs
• Railway Diplomacy
• Capital Compass Fellowship
• Climate Tech Programme
• Insights Tech Academy
• Sustainable Finance Academy
• Emerging Entrepreneurs' Lab
• Policy Innovation Lab
• Policy Insights Lab

Products and services

• PolicyInk Workshop Series 1-month flagship workshop series (10 masterclasses, 2 hours each) helping professionals and students develop writing skills for public policy, regulatory consulting, business strategy, and public relations careers. Cohort size limited to 20 participants; INR 10,000 / USD 120 / EUR 111.
• Certificate in Public Management and Regulatory Affairs Five-weekend certificate program providing comprehensive insights into government operations and regulatory issues through 10 lectures, workshops, and a passing assignment. INR 30,000 program fee + INR 750 registration; 30-45 participants per cohort.
• Railway Diplomacy Program Multi-module course exploring emerging perspectives on railway diplomacy in international relations, covering regional railway networks, institutional approaches, and the geopolitics of railway infrastructure.
• Capital Compass Fellowship 15-week intensive online fellowship for emerging leaders at the intersection of capital, public policy, and regulation, featuring investment banking training, mentorship, investor pitch competition, internship placement in private equity, and certificate. USD $2,500 / INR 2,19,128 / GBP 1,845.70 / EUR 2,143.48.
• Climate Tech Programme Program bringing together early-stage entrepreneurs to build climate technology solutions, with mentorship from public policy experts, business advisors, investors, and civil society leaders to address India's net zero targets.
• Insights Tech Academy (ITA) - Certificate Program in AI, Tech, and Governance Two-month online executive program (Oct 15 - Dec 15, 2023) covering AI, technology, and governance with mentorship from global tech policy leaders. Includes mentorship lectures, office hours, skill-building workshops, capstone project, and free add-ons (LinkedIn enhancement, CV review, interview prep, publication support, podcast feature).
• Sustainable Finance Academy Two-month comprehensive program equipping professionals with knowledge, skills, and networks for sustainable finance practices, covering ESG integration, green bonds, sustainable portfolio management, and impact measurement.
• Emerging Entrepreneurs' Lab 4-week experiential program bringing together entrepreneurs and venture capitalists to train students in entrepreneurial mindset, business model development, and pitch skills. Application fee INR 1,000 / program fee INR 20,000; annual cohort of 35 entrepreneurs.
• Policy Innovation Lab 4-week lab training students in policy innovation, systems thinking, and complex problem solving to address challenges like climate change, poverty, and technology's impact on society. INR 16,000; annual cohort of 25 Emerging Policy Leaders.
• Policy Insights Lab (Diplomacy Bootcamp) One-month certificate bootcamp (26 July 2022 - 26 August 2022) introducing foundational concepts and application-based problem solving in public policy, international relations, and sustainable development. INR 15,000 / USD 200; 20 hours of engagement.
• Think-tank as a Service Comprehensive consulting solution helping organizations establish in-house think-tank divisions for strategic communication, research, and advocacy, including advisory boards, content creation, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement.
• Market Access & Commercial Diplomacy Services Strategic counsel for international market expansion, government relations, trade mission support, investor connect, and commercial negotiations leveraging deep knowledge of local markets, cultures, and regulations.
• Advocacy & Public Relations Services Political risk management and advocacy services helping businesses navigate complex political environments through risk assessments, government relations, crisis management, media relations, and scenario planning.
• Education & Development Services Customized educational offerings including fellowship programs, bootcamps, simulations, case studies, design jams, action learning programs, executive shadowing, strategic retreats, and exposure visits for workforce development.
• ESG Strategy Services Board-level and operational ESG strategy development including assessments, customized strategy creation, stakeholder engagement, training, and ongoing consulting for sustainability integration.
• Technology Policy and Strategy Services Expert guidance on technology policy issues including data privacy, cybersecurity, net neutrality, AI regulation, IoT strategy, and protection of digital assets.

Quantifiable outcome

• Provided training and services to groups ranging from Parliamentary candidates to high school students
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 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

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DowellcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDowell is collaborating with Insights International to build the Climate Tech Programme at the intersection of public policy, climate, and early-stage venture. The program aims to bring together early-stage entrepreneurs to build climate tech solutions that contribute to India's net zero targets and address issues like pollution and sanitation.
• Romero Mentoring ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInsights International has partnered with Romero Mentoring Program for the Capital Compass Fellowship. Luis Romero brings over 15 years of experience in corporate finance, investing, and entrepreneurship, providing investment banking training and mentorship. Romero Capital is a private equity fund investing in education, healthcare, and technology sectors.
• Nexus of GoodminorOthersAnil Swarup, mentor for the Public Management Certificate, is the Founder Chairman of Nexus of Good - an initiative towards recognizing positive action and providing inspiration to society to replicate successful governance practices.
• Global Policy Insights (GPI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArpit Chaturvedi is the Co-founder of Global Policy Insights (GPI) - a centrist think tank focused on Governance, International Political Economy, International Security Studies, and Sustainability. GPI co-chairs various international affairs forums including QUAD Security Forum and Indian Women in International Affairs Forums.
• Invest IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmerging Entrepreneurs' Lab mentions interaction with ecosystem partners from Invest India, India's national investment promotion and facilitation agency. Sujatha UG, Senior Advisor at WAIPA and Strategy Consultant at Invest India, serves as a mentor in the program.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Observer Research Foundation (ORF): Among India's largest and most established policy think tanks covering economics, security, politics, and technology. A broad incumbent with vastly greater resources, comparable in policy research, fellowships, and event programming.
• Chatham House: Royal Institute of International Affairs — a globally recognized think tank on international affairs. Comparable as a convening and research platform for international relations, diplomacy, and policy training.
• Brookings Institution: One of the largest U.S.-based think tanks with global programs covering economics, foreign policy, and governance. A broad incumbent for high-end policy advisory, education programs, and convening power.
• Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Global policy think tank with a Carnegie India center. Overlaps with Insights International on international affairs, technology policy, and sustainability research, with a much larger research staff and endowment-backed model.
• Atlantic Council: U.S.-based international affairs think tank with programs in geopolitics, economics, and technology policy. Relevant peer for Insights International's international affairs, technology policy, and QUAD-related work.

Direct peers

• Global Policy Insights (GPI): Co-founded by the same founder (Arpit Chaturvedi), GPI is a centrist think tank covering Governance, International Political Economy, International Security Studies, and Sustainability. It is a sister entity operating in the same policy-research-and-advocacy niche with overlapping networks and forums (e.g., QUAD Security Forum).
• Takshashila Institution: One of India's leading independent think tanks with an education arm (Takshashila GCPP) delivering policy and technology policy training. Direct competitor for policy-fellowship candidates and thought leadership in India.
• Indian School of Public Policy: India-focused policy school offering executive and foundational programs in public policy. Insights International is a delivery partner for writing workshops and the founder was part of ISP's founding academic team, making it a direct peer in policy education.

Emerging players

• Hague Academy of Global Governance: Provides training for professionals from developing countries on governance and policy. Comparable as a niche, training-focused policy education player serving a similar emerging-leader audience.
• Young India Fellowship (Ashoka University): A multidisciplinary leadership program for young Indians, similar cohort size and target audience to Insights International's fellowship portfolio, with overlap in policy, leadership, and entrepreneurship training.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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