Sujata Mody Kamdar

This week, Aashi Arora sat down with Sujata Kamdar—President and Chairperson of GBS Linens, Inc.—for a deep dive into what it means to grow within a family business, honor the generations before you, and make bold decisions in both work and life.From starting in the business at age 16 to leading it through a pandemic, Sujata’s journey is one of resilience, humility, and fierce dedication. Together with her husband, she’s grown a thriving company while raising two kids and staying deeply engaged in her local community. Her story is equal parts entrepreneurial grit and intentional grace.In this episode, Sujata opens up about what it was like working for her father, building trust as a young leader, and redefining success in the aftermath of a 99% revenue loss during COVID. She also shares how family harmony—not just profit—has become a cornerstone of their business model.