Naushad Parpia NYC

Naushad Parpia, New York City entrepreneur and executive, has built a career around identifying market gaps and scaling purpose-driven businesses. Inspired early by watching his parents navigate business ownership, Naushad launched his first e-commerce venture at age 14 and went on to earn a degree in Finance and Information Systems from the University of Virginia in 2011. He established his leadership in the NYC business community as the founder of Plative, a tech consultancy that earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years.

Driven by a passion for longevity and clean nutrition, Naushad expanded into consumer wellness in 2022 as the Founder and CEO of Earthside Farms, delivering better-for-you, nutrient-dense snacking alternatives. Across all his ventures, he emphasizes authenticity, ethical sourcing, and a growth mindset, with a long-term vision of using his business success to drive global philanthropic impact.