Isha Ambani, daughter of Mukesh and Neeta Ambani, is a prominent figure in Indian business and a director on the boards of Jio and Reliance Retail. This post delves into her life, career, and family.
Biography/Wiki
Born on October 23, 1991, in Mumbai, Isha Ambani received her early education at Dhirubhai Ambani International School. She pursued higher education in the U.S., earning degrees from Yale University (Psychology and South Asian Studies) and Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Upon returning to India, she joined the family business, quickly establishing herself as a capable and influential businesswoman.
Physical Appearance
Standing at 5’3″ and weighing approximately 57 kg, Isha possesses striking features, including long black hair and dark eyes. She’s known for her impeccable style and grace.
Family
Parents & Siblings
Isha’s father, Mukesh Ambani, is the Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, while her mother, Neeta Ambani, is the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation. She has a twin brother, Akash Ambani, and another brother, Anant Ambani. Interestingly, both Isha and Akash were born through IVF.
Husband & Children
Isha married Anand Piramal, son of businessman Ajay Piramal, in a lavish ceremony in December 2018. The couple welcomed twins, a son Krishna and a daughter Aadiya, in November 2022, also through IVF.
Career
Isha’s professional journey began as a business analyst at McKinsey & Company in New York. She later transitioned to Reliance, where she’s held various key roles.
- Launched AJIO, a successful online fashion retail subsidiary of Reliance Retail.
- Serves as Managing Director of AJIO.
- Appointed as a non-executive director of Reliance Industries Limited (August 28, 2023).
- Collaborated with Mira Kapoor to launch the skincare brand Akind (June 12, 2024).
Car Collection
Isha’s impressive car collection includes a Range Rover, Porsche, Mercedes Benz, Mini Cooper, Bentley, and a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, notably featuring a psychedelic wrap.
Facts
Here are some interesting facts about Isha Ambani:
- She is a trained pianist.
- She was an active participant in school and college sports, including playing soccer at university.
- Her outfit at the Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards in October 2024 garnered significant media attention.
- She received the Icon of the Year award at the same event.
- Isha was ranked among the twelve most powerful upcoming businesswomen in Asia in 2015.
- She was previously listed as one of Forbes’ Youngest Billionaire Heiresses.
Education and Work History
Institution | Degree | Field of Study | Years |
---|---|---|---|
Dhirubhai Ambani International School | High School Diploma | N/A | N/A |
Yale University | Bachelor’s Degree | Psychology & South Asian Studies | N/A |
Stanford Graduate School of Business | MBA | Business Administration | N/A |
McKinsey & Company | N/A | Business Analyst | N/A |
Reliance Industries | N/A | Director | N/A |
AJIO | N/A | Managing Director | N/A |