About Me
My name is Mash Bonigala and this is my personal blog. I am an entrepreneur and run several online businesses.
I started off as software developer and after 10 years and a career spanning 3 continents and 6 countries I finally decided to dedicate myself to expanding my online business passion.
Branding
Originally, while still working as a software developer, I began an online branding company with a friend of mine and today it is one of the leading online small business branding companies. I also run a web-security software development company with a base in Sacramento, CA. That company specializes in online e-commerce development, online security modules for payment gateways and other Web 2.0 applications.
Web 2.0 Applications
In 2008 I launched Ringgle – an online business solution to small business owners that brings together more than 10 different tools under one roof – web design, content management, ecommerce features including selling online, analytics, photo galleries and more. Ringgle helps small business owners take their business online easily and affordably. UPDATE September 2011: Recently the base platform BC was acquired by Adobe! Ringgle is even better now!!
Film Making
I am also passionate about film making and video production and plan on launching my own production company by 2012 (if the world does not end by that time!!). In 2011 I plan to make at least 4 short films and submit them to film festivals in the US and in Europe. (UPDATE September 2011: Have already completed 3 short films but have not submitted to any film festivals.)
Travelling
I love travelling and to date I have visited 96 cities in 20 countries on 4 continents. I hope to hit the century mark by mid year. (UPDATE September 2011: The count is now 113 cities in 21 countries!!!) My family loves travelling as much as I do and we take 1000s of photos and videos during our visits. Historical places are of special interest and our latest visit to Italy in 2010 was truly exciting! UPDATE: I and my family went on an Epic European Road Trip in August 2011 – driving more than 2000 miles, 5 counties and 10 cities – had a blast!!
We have been to 3 of the 8 New World Wonders and plan to visit all of them by 2015! The wonders we have been to are The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, The Colosseum in Rome, Italy and the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. Next on our schedule is Chichen Itza in Yucatán, Mexico and Machu Picchu in Cuzco Region, Peru!
Personal
On this personal blog I write about my hobbies and interests such as movies, photography, travel, gadgets and of course business. I also include videos that I make for my small business videos youtube channel. I am always looking out for like minded entrepreneurs to share my experience and perhaps work together launching the next big idea. Because I run and operate multiple online businesses, I have a lot that I can offer in terms of experience and knowledge in online e-commerce, online marketing (including search engine marketing) and brand development and strategy.
Yoga
Yoga came into my life mid 2010 and has become a serious part of my life. 3 Days a week, I and my wife spend 40 mins per session practicing Yoga. This has brought tremendous changes in our life. We feel better both physically and mentally. Our next challenge is to take up meditation.
If you would like to get in touch, please do drop me a line at blog at bonigala dot com.
Disclaimer: I might write about a few 3rd party products and/or services on my blog. I do not warrant any of these services and or products and it is up to the reader to valuate any purchase made.