Surabhi Salunke
Business Strategy, Finance & IR
Mumbai
Summary
I am a Finance professional entrenched into startup ecosystem since 2017. I have a diversified experience in venture capital, fundraising, IR & Business strategy for startups. Worked with startups & growth companies in sectors like Consumer, Enterprise Tech, Healthcare, amongst others. I am a generalist at core, agile, people-oriented person with a passion to work, grow, build & continue learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Founder's office - Consultant
CMG Group
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Working closely with the CEO for day to day operations updates, setting up processes, MIS, hiring strategy, fund raising & finance
- Overlooking functions & liasoning with heads for smoother inter team communication & reporting
- Managing various other projects for the CEO's office to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support & evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
Manager
Cornerstone Venture Fund
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Worked alongside Fund Partners for fundraising of $150 mn Fund 2
- Assisted in IR, pitch decks, internal Investor events
- I worked for the initial 1.5 years with Investment Directors for investment decisions, scouting, and portfolio management.
- Managed 5 portfolio Companies for engagement & growth
- I got promoted from Senior Analyst to Manager in 2024. Drived Alliances & Partnerships for managing IR & engagementinitiatives for fund 2 in 2024
Strategy Manager
Pratech Brands Pvt. Ltd
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Worked with the Founders for managing business strategy, finance & fund raising functions across Pratech & its subsidiaries
- Assisted the Co-founders on growth strategy for the platform business & home appliances brand.
- Assisted the founders in the execution and closing of fundraising from an international fund. fund
- Executed 2 private placements & incorporation of subsidiaries
- Led acquihire of a femtech brand
- Optimized resource allocation through rigorous budget management and cost control measures.
- Streamlined internal processes for increased efficiency, reducing overall operational costs.
Strategy Manager
Zen Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd.
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked with the founder to manage the business strategy of the existing business and explore other business opportunities.
- Jointly worked on growth strategy of the beauty brand which is not limited ton funding but also includes funding, streamlining all the processes & overlooking smooth working of all the functions.
- Managed all the business reports, MIS, financials, forecasting growth & funding requirements of The Beauty Co.
Manager, Investment Banking Team
ULJK Financial Services Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Executed fund raising process for a publicly listed consumer electronics company for a 100% acquisition. Prepared the investment material for pitching it to the potential strategic investors.
- Worked on growth companies in dairy, snacking & craft beer segment in consumer sector with each transaction size ranging from of ~US$4 mn - ~US$37 mn.
- Originated transactions of worth ~INR 450 Crs on board in consumer sector organically.
Investment Manager
Scaale Capital, Investment Banking M&A Services
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked with start-ups and growth companies to help them define or redefine their business strategy all the way to the exit; financial projections, valuation and exit strategy.
- Worked on mandates across key verticals of the Group; including strategic partnerships and sell-side fund raising; prepared information memorandums, financial models, valuation analysis and client presentations
- Established & maintained a strong, ongoing relationship with executives at major venture capital firms and startups.
- Actively built its HNI, family offices, & ultra HNI member base by adding over 20 members, & worked closely with the members to understand their investment appetite and present the right opportunities for
Investment Advisor
Motilal Oswal Financial services Ltd
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Updated Franchisees & HNI clients, on current market scenario and day to day in house calls along with cross selling third party products.
- Advised Clients on Portfolio restructuring based on their Risk Profile & Needs.
- Conducted seminars for the franchisee and for the clients on the Market Scenario and about the company products.
Public Relationship Officer
Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre
07.2012 - 10.2014
- Company Overview: Mumbai
- Supervised admissions, Health check department, maintained feedback records and Foreign National records, complains resolution, quality check during audits.
- Mumbai
Education
MBA - Finance
Educational Trust
Mumbai, India 04.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Wilson College
Mumbai, India 04.2001 - 01.2012
Skills
Financial Modelling
Valuation
Investor Presentation & Updates
Fundraising advisory
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Self motivation
Critical thinking
Organizational skills
Project management
Contact Number
+91 9773918549
Certification
IB & Equity Research Course, School Of Investment Banking, 01/01/15
Linkedin Profile
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Interests
Dancing enthusiast
Painting
Reading
Travelling
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/23/92
Academic Info
- MFM, Educational Trust, 08/01/14, 07/31/17, Mumbai
- BSE, Wilson College, 05/01/12
Trekking, Travelling, Painting, Dancing, Reading
My quest to learn new skills, places, culture reflects in my solo travelling stories. Done lot of treks in the western ghats & ticked off my bucket list trek - Everest Basecamp in 2024 which taught me persistence, focus & determination.
Pursued dance training for 5yrs at Shiamak Institute. Often read books & occasionally paint!
Timeline
Founder's office - Consultant
CMG Group
01.2025 - 05.2025
Manager
Cornerstone Venture Fund
01.2023 - 10.2024
Strategy Manager
Pratech Brands Pvt. Ltd
11.2021 - 10.2022
Strategy Manager
Zen Lifestyle Pvt. Ltd.
04.2021 - 09.2021
Manager, Investment Banking Team
ULJK Financial Services Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 02.2021
Investment Manager
Scaale Capital, Investment Banking M&A Services
03.2017 - 08.2018
Investment Advisor
Motilal Oswal Financial services Ltd
10.2015 - 01.2017
MBA - Finance
Educational Trust
04.2014 - 01.2017
Public Relationship Officer
Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre
07.2012 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Wilson College
04.2001 - 01.2012