Experienced finance professional with a robust background in investor relations, corporate treasury, and business development. Proven track record of managing substantial financial transactions, enhancing business operations, and leading strategic partnerships. MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Shillong.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
AVP Deal Sourcing, Investor Relations
Letsventure
Bangalore
02.2024 - Current
Evaluated private market deals in Consumer, Health Tech, Fintech, Agritech, Hospitality, Logistics, and Manufacturing for LetsVenture platform with over 6000 registered angel investors and INR 1400 Cr invested capital.
Managed primary and secondary unlisted market transactions, averaging $2M for primary deals and $10M for secondary deals.
Advised StartupBootcamp fund on structuring investments in India, overseeing a $50M fund for diverse sector investments.
Led investments exceeding INR 50 Cr for startups in Hospitality, Logistics, Agri/Food Tech, and Manufacturing.
Directed Startup Maharathi Challenge at Startup Mahakumbh, partnering with Minsitry of Commerce, HDFC Parivartan, Avaana Capital, FICCI, DPIIT, Startup India while managing grant disbursements over INR 5 Cr.
Collaborated with Government of Karnataka on Bangalore Tech Summit 2024, facilitating investor speed dating for over 250 startups.
Spearheaded capital raising initiatives by engaging 100 family offices and more than 50 VC/PE funds while collaborating with founders.
Corporate Treasury Dealer
HDFC Bank
Bangalore
06.2022 - 02.2024
Handled $2.2 Billion in annual FX transaction volumes, generating $4 million in profits for the organization.
Facilitated interest rate swaps and LTFX hedging, providing critical advisory services to clients on financial risk management.
Assisted clients in conducting due diligence and provided transaction support for overseas company acquisitions.
Managed comprehensive foreign direct investment (FDI) transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance and meticulous documentation.
Developed and maintained strong client relationships, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention through high-quality financial advisories.
B2B Industrial OEM Relationship Management
Lubrizol Corp (Berkshire Hathaway)
Mumbai
04.2021 - 06.2021
Carried out in-depth research & estimated growth in the Global Industrial Gear Box and Lubricant oil market share Performed ABC analysis & identified highest market share OEMs in the industrial gear & renewable energy sector
Established contacts with 60+ OEMs; Held meetings with 12+ OEMs & conducted interviews to understand the requirements & major pain points; made recommendations to leadership team & business head to generate sales
Devised Go-to-Market strategy and business plan for FY21- FY22 for Lubrizols Flender and Bonfiglioli accounts
Business Development Manager
Evolve Esthetique
Jammu
06.2019 - 04.2020
Developed and executed successful business strategies to achieve revenue growth of 35% YoY. Maintained and enhanced client relationships, acting as a key negotiator and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Opened two new office locations, managing all aspects of planning, scheduling, and infrastructure setup.
Conducted market research to identify gaps in customer satisfaction, devising and implementing strategies to address them.
Education
MBA -
Indian Institute of Management
Shillong
04-2022
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
National Institute of Technology
Srinagar
06-2019
Skills
Financial analysis and planning
Business strategy creation
Business Administration
Financial Management
Investment strategies
Capital Raising
Client Relationship Development
Salesforce CRM
Media Relations
Stakeholder Management
Relationship Building
Revenue Generation
Certification
Bond markets & Bond Mathematics by Fixed Income Money Markets & Derivative Association
Bloomberg Market Concepts covering the fundamentals of Financial Markets
Accomplishments
Selected among the Silver level finalists in the HDFC Bank Meritus Scholarship Programme held nationally
Ranked 6th team nationwide in the finals of National Entrepreneurship Challenge organized by IIT Bombay
Secured 11th rank Nationally in Spardha case competition organized by Notebook Nation
Bagged Gold Medal at the divisional J&K State Championship in the event 10M Air Rifle Shooting
Represented the state of J&K in the event U-19 boys 10m Air Rifle Shooting at the 58th National Games
Participated in the voice challenge under the Observer research foundation on Counter violent extremism