Arun Kumar
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic business leader specializing in finance, alternate markets, public funds, and retail lending, with a focus on institutional clients and MSMEs. Proven expertise in deal sourcing & structuring, and developing high-return investment opportunities. Established relationships with global private equity firms, Indian NBFCs, and institutional lenders enhance ability to assess and capitalize on business opportunities in fundraising and lending markets.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Promoter & Director
ARVY Corporate Consulting
Bengaluru
07.2017 - Current
- Raised over INR 250Cr for ECB transactions for corporate clients
- Sourced retail term loans for MSME companies to the tune of over INR 200Cr
- Sourced funding for real estate projects for over INR 500Cr
- Consulted institutions on infra projects to raise over INR 1200Cr
- Managed a healthy portfolio of clients rooted in consulting principles focussed at returns on investment
- Advised multiple funds on their fund raising from global institutions
Director
Abner Capital Ltd
Dubai
07.2008 - 10.2016
- Responsible for all business developemnt for alternative investments in Middle East
- Institutional Banking - raised and managed over INR 500Cr of Public Market Funds
- Raised INR 2500 Cr for corporate firms in the middle east
- Provided strategic advice to clients on asset allocation and portfolio diversification.
- Coordinated with legal and compliance teams to navigate regulatory requirements for transactions.
- Tracked investment performance on the Indian market, providing clients with scheduled updates and consulting services on investment opportunities
- Coordinated with co-investors and syndicate partners to align on investment philosophies and approaches.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimise losses and protect assets.
- Conducted thorough due diligence on potential investments, evaluating financial health and growth prospects.
- Compiled comprehensive reports on investment activities and performance metrics, providing strategic recommendations to inform decision-making.
Sr. Manager
ICICI Bank Ltd.
Dubai
09.2006 - 06.2008
- Responsible for all business developement for operations in the Middle East region
- Raised USD $200Mn for public markets funds & alternative investment funds in India
- Provided strategic advice to clients on asset allocation and portfolio diversification.
- Increased revenue by securing new accounts while providing value-added services to existing clients.
- Coordinated with legal and compliance teams to navigate regulatory requirements for transactions.
- Tracked investment performance, providing clients with scheduled updates.
Area Business Head
ICICI Bank Ltd.
Pune, Maharashtra
09.2004 - 08.2006
- Managed & directed sales across 7 major cities in Maharashtra to INR 400Cr annually
- Motivated sales staff to continuously improve strategies through competitions and personalised coaching plans.
- Led sales team towards achieving quarterly targets through strategic planning and effective resource allocation.
Area Sales Head
ICICI Bank Ltd.
Mysore, Karnataka
07.2003 - 08.2004
Branch Sales Manager
ICICI Bank Ltd.
Bengaluru
07.2002 - 07.2003
Territory Manager
GE Countrywide
Chennai
07.2001 - 06.2002
Manager-Operations
Sundaram Home Finance
Chennai
04.2000 - 07.2001
Education
MBA - Marketing
SDM - IMD
Karnataka, India2000
Bachelor - Business Management
Mysore University
Karnataka, India1998
Skills
- Advisory consulting
- Risk management
- Business development
- Client relationship management
- Fundraising strategy
- Portfolio management
- Team building
- Revenue growth
- Investment analysis
Timeline
Promoter & Director
ARVY Corporate Consulting
07.2017 - Current
Director
Abner Capital Ltd
07.2008 - 10.2016
Sr. Manager
ICICI Bank Ltd.
09.2006 - 06.2008
Area Business Head
ICICI Bank Ltd.
09.2004 - 08.2006
Area Sales Head
ICICI Bank Ltd.
07.2003 - 08.2004
Branch Sales Manager
ICICI Bank Ltd.
07.2002 - 07.2003
Territory Manager
GE Countrywide
07.2001 - 06.2002
Manager-Operations
Sundaram Home Finance
04.2000 - 07.2001
MBA - Marketing
SDM - IMD
Bachelor - Business Management
Mysore University