How childhood exposure to entrepreneurial grit drives Mohak Gupta’s consultancy vision.
At just nine years old, Mohak Gupta would sit quietly observing his parents – Sangya and Neeraj Gupta – juggling meetings, calls, and paperwork from their modest home office in 2008. “I used to see them working late nights, attending meetings in the morning, coming back home in the evening, and then working through the night again,” he recalls. “At that age, I always wondered what kind of work requires 24 or 48 hours of continuous effort.”
That curiosity would eventually evolve into clarity – and then into leadership. Today, Mohak is the Director of ASK Consultants, a fast-growing technology consultancy that has expanded far beyond its humble beginnings to become a trusted partner on some of India’s largest development projects.
His approach to growth reflects both inherited wisdom and fresh strategic thinking. The firm is now handling what Mohak describes as “possibly the largest mixed-use development project in India” — a staggering 10 million square foot masterplan in Gurgaon. “It includes commercial and residential towers, hotels, clubhouses, medical and community facilities.
This leap from small-scale consulting to mega developments didn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of balancing inherited entrepreneurial values with a modern approach to leadership, scale, and complexity.
The transformation hasn’t been merely about size. Under Mohak’s leadership, ASK Consultants has expanded both its team – growing from 3-4 members to 25+ – and its physical footprint with enlarged office spaces. But more significantly, the company has positioned itself to handle increasingly complex, large-scale projects that require sophisticated project management and diverse expertise.
“There were a lot of revamps happening in the team. We are still expanding right now, as we speak,” Mohak notes, indicating the ongoing evolution. His hands-on approach is evident in his travel schedule – moving between Mumbai’s Infocom for production work, client meetings PAN India and internationally and strategic planning sessions in Delhi.
Building on Strong Foundations
Unlike many second-generation leaders, Mohak didn’t just step into a role – he grew into it. Watching his parents build ASK Consultants from scratch gave him a real-world education in discipline, ownership, and resilience. But it also sparked a desire to take things to the next level. Having grown up watching the demanding nature of entrepreneurial life, he brings both appreciation for the foundation and ambition for expansion.
The home office where everything began may seem distant now, but those early lessons in dedication and client service continue to drive the company’s approach. “As I grew up, I started to understand that this is actually something that they have been working on,” Mohak reflects on gradually comprehending his parent’s commitment to building something meaningful.
Second-Generation, First Principles
When Mohak describes the company’s current projects and expansion plans, there’s evident pride in how far ASK Consultants has travelled from its origins. Yet he maintains the hands-on, client-focused approach that built the company’s reputation. Mohak brought in structure, process, and a renewed strategic focus. Whether it’s expanding office infrastructure, investing in people, or embracing integrated delivery models, his leadership style reflects both long-term thinking and tactical agility. His regular travel between cities, direct client meetings, and involvement in production activities show a leader who understands that consultancy success depends on personal relationships and delivery excellence.
Looking Forward
His focus remains firmly forward. Various industry verticals including present trend of mixed-use development projects, team expansion and geographic reach, all point to a leader building systematically on proven foundations while pursuing ambitious new opportunities.
Mohak’s story demonstrates how family business successors can build meaningfully on inherited strengths while creating new pathways for growth. The evolution from home office operations to managing India’s largest mixed-use developments showcases the power of combining foundational values with contemporary business strategy.
From a nine-year-old watching his parents work through the night to a director managing multi crore-scale projects across the globe, Mohak Gupta’s journey shows how early exposure to entrepreneurial dedication can translate into strategic leadership and sustainable business expansion. His approach proves that second-generation leaders can successfully bridge generational wisdom with modern market demands.
