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Recognition & Affiliations

At AppreZen, our credibility is rooted in years of community involvement, innovation, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. From India to Africa, from gifting to full-stack engagement — our journey has been shaped by belief, action, and the support of ecosystems that saw our potential.

BNI (Business Network International)

Member since 2016

Our founder, Rumit A. Patel, has been an active member of BNI for over 8 years, representing first WorkStuff Solutions and now AppreZen. He’s built lifelong relationships grounded in trust and value.

Support Director Consultant (Apr 2022 – Jun 2025)

In this leadership role, Rumit supported chapters across Gujarat, mentoring business owners and enabling structured growth through systems and referrals.

Auditioned for Shark Tank India – Season 2 (2022)

In 2022, AppreZen was shortlisted for Shark Tank India Season 2, making it
to Round 3 – the pre-TV jury round. While we didn’t pitch on national television, the experience helped us sharpen our business narrative, validate our model, and build confidence to pursue category leadership.

Startup India Registered

AppreZen is officially recognized as a Startup India registered company under WorkStuff Solutions Pvt. Ltd., highlighting our innovation-led approach and scalability.

GUSEC Incubated Startup

We are proudly incubated at Gujarat University Startup and Entrepreneurship Council (GUSEC), one of India’s leading university-led incubators focused on innovation with impact.

Wadhwani Foundation – NEN Program

Through the Wadhwani Foundation’s NEN platform, we’ve gained structured training in startup strategy, operations, and go-to-market readiness.

UN Global Compact Member Organization

As a participant in the United Nations Global Compact, we align our work with global sustainability principles and human-centered business values.