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Garg began his career in finance before entering the events industry. In 2003, he co-founded E-Factor Experiences Ltd. which has organized tourism, cultural, and public events in India. In 2008, he co-founded Skywaltz Balloon Safari, which operates hot-air balloon flights in several Indian states and has been recognized by the [[Ministry of Tourism (India)|Ministry of Tourism]].<ref name=”:1″>{{Cite web |title= |url=https://tourism.gov.in/sites/default/files/2019-10/030320110221593.pdf |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210617015928/https://tourism.gov.in/sites/default/files/2019-10/030320110221593.pdf |archive-date=2021-06-17 |access-date=2025-11-10 |website=tourism.gov.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2015-02-01 |title=Skywaltz’s hot air ballooning ride: How it feels to be 4,000 feet high in the balloon |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/travel/skywaltzs-hot-air-ballooning-ride-how-it-feels-to-be-4000-feet-high-in-the-balloon/articleshow/46080307.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2025-11-10 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}</ref><ref name=”:2″>{{Cite web |
Garg began his career in finance before entering the events industry. In 2003, he co-founded E-Factor Experiences Ltd. which has organized tourism, cultural, and public events in India. In 2008, he co-founded Skywaltz Balloon Safari, which operates hot-air balloon flights in several Indian states and has been recognized by the [[Ministry of Tourism (India)|Ministry of Tourism]].<ref name=”:1″>{{Cite web |title= |url=https://tourism.gov.in/sites/default/files/2019-10/030320110221593.pdf |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210617015928/https://tourism.gov.in/sites/default/files/2019-10/030320110221593.pdf |archive-date=2021-06-17 |access-date=2025-11-10 |website=tourism.gov.in}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2015-02-01 |title=Skywaltz’s hot air ballooning ride: How it feels to be 4,000 feet high in the balloon |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/travel/skywaltzs-hot-air-ballooning-ride-how-it-feels-to-be-4000-feet-high-in-the-balloon/articleshow/46080307.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2025-11-10 |work=The Economic Times |issn=0013-0389}}</ref><ref name=”:2″>{{Cite web |title=Event and hospitality industry must come together to address pain points |url=https://hospitality.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/hotels/event-and-hospitality-industry-must-come-together-to-address-pain-points/112405821 |access-date=2025-11-10 |website=ETHospitalityWorld.com |language=en}}</ref> |
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He has also been associated with professional organizations such as the Events and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) and the World Experience Organization (WXO).<ref name=”:0″ /><ref name=”:2″ /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Samit Garg Takes Over As New EEMA President |url=https://everythingexperiential.com/article/samit-garg-takes-over-as-new-eema-president-445479 |access-date=2025-11-10 |website=Everything Experiential |language=en}}</ref> |
He has also been associated with professional organizations such as the Events and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) and the World Experience Organization (WXO).<ref name=”:0″ /><ref name=”:2″ /><ref>{{Cite web |title=Samit Garg Takes Over As New EEMA President |url=https://everythingexperiential.com/article/samit-garg-takes-over-as-new-eema-president-445479 |access-date=2025-11-10 |website=Everything Experiential |language=en}}</ref> |
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Indian entrepreneur
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Samit Garg |
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| Born | (1971-10-11) 11 October 1971
Lucknow, India |
| Education | University of Lucknow (B.Com.) Jaipuria Institute of Management (MBA) INSEAD (ILPSE) |
| Known for | Co-founder of E-Factor Experiences Ltd. and Skywaltz Balloon Safari |
Samit Garg (born 11 October 1971) is an Indian entrepreneur known for his work in the events and tourism industries. He is the co-founder and Managing Director of E-Factor Experiences Ltd. and co-founder of Skywaltz Balloon Safari, regarded as one of India’s first commercial hot-air ballooning ventures.[1][2][3][4]
Early life and education
Garg was born in Lucknow, India. He completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Lucknow and an MBA from the Jaipuria Institute of Management. He also attended the INSEAD International Leadership Program for Senior Executives.[5][6][7]
Career
Garg began his career in finance before entering the events industry. In 2003, he co-founded E-Factor Experiences Ltd. which has organized tourism, cultural, and public events in India. In 2008, he co-founded Skywaltz Balloon Safari, which operates hot-air balloon flights in several Indian states and has been recognized by the Ministry of Tourism.[8][9][10]
He has also been associated with professional organizations such as the Events and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) and the World Experience Organization (WXO).[6][10][11]
Recognition
Skywaltz Balloon Safari received a National Tourism Award for innovation in adventure tourism.[8]
