Who, What, Why?
Profile
My name is Ashish Verma, and I come from the esteemed Krishna Family of Varanasi, India. I received my early education at the prestigious St. John’s School, Marhauli, before relocating to New Delhi in 2003 to pursue higher studies. In 2005, I spent a pivotal exchange year in the United Kingdom at Wigan & Leigh College, Wigan, specialising in Advertising and Graphic Design.
Between 2007 and 2010, I worked professionally as a Graphic Designer in the Delhi NCR region, including a role at ZEE News, one of India’s leading national broadcasters.
In 2010, I returned to Varanasi to establish my first creative venture — Ether Studio — which laid the groundwork for what is now Ether Kreativ. In 2013, I founded the International Travellers’ Hostel — now evolved into ITH Stays — a boutique chain of upscale homes and hostels, among the top-rated in India today.
Since 2014, I have been based in Germany’s Rhein-Main region, working as a Design and Marketing Expert across the D-A-CH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland).
Headquartered in Bangkok, Ether Kreativ is now a full-service marketing company offering integrated design, branding, and digital solutions — with a growing focus on bespoke AI agent development for clients across industries. We operate globally with teams in Germany, Thailand, Singapore, and India.
Below, you’ll find my areas of interest and how I can help you successfully launch or grow your project — creatively, strategically, and with impact.
Areas of Interest & Expertise
Design & Marketing
I specialise in Graphic, Web, and Motion Design, paired with performance-led Digital Marketing. My work blends creativity with data-driven strategies to craft compelling brand experiences across digital, print, and out-of-home platforms.
Hospitality
With a strong personal and professional connection to the hospitality and tourism sector, I take particular interest in ventures focused on vegetarian and vegan food businesses — both in hospitality and consumer products.
Recruitment
I facilitate career opportunities for specialised Indian professionals — including engineers, doctors, and researchers — by connecting them with the right employers in Germany. I aim to streamline the placement of top Indian talent within German organisations.
Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Passionate about product development, I work on creating recipes and concepts within the vegetarian and vegan segment of the CPG industry, with an emphasis on health-conscious and ethically aligned consumer trends.
Import-Export
I actively explore opportunities for importing certified organic, fair trade, and eco-friendly ‘Made in India’ products to Europe, and exporting high-quality ‘Made in Germany’ goods to India. My focus lies in bridging markets while promoting sustainable trade.
Bridging India with Europe
Operating from Germany — Europe’s industrial and engineering powerhouse — I aim to bridge socio-economic gaps between India and Europe. I strongly support the Government of India’s “Make in India” initiative by serving as a trusted contact for ambitious Indian businesses looking to explore the European, and particularly German, market.
Reliable, Strategic Business Partner
Every business reaches a point where strategic support becomes essential. Whether you’re an Indian company expanding into Europe or a local venture needing strategic leadership and on-the-ground presence, I offer the insight, commitment, and reliability of a true business partner.
Navigating German bureaucracy can be challenging — I ensure swift, efficient assistance and expert guidance.
Resources & Investment
Securing the right investment at the right time can determine the success of a venture. I help develop investor-ready business plans and leverage my network of strategic contacts — both in banking and private investment circles — to support fundraising and sustainable growth.