Dr. Deepak Motwani — CEO
Hi, I am the Principal - Investor Relations at Wadhwani Foundation. I lead a diverse network of top investors nationwide, and I support startups and assist them in the fundraising process. In the last 9 years, I have mentored more than 600 startups, of which 260+ have successfully raised funds from incubators, investors, and venture houses in India. I am also the author of "The Science of Consumer Behaviour" where I explore how psychology and market research shape consumer decisions. This work reflects my passion for helping entrepreneurs and marketers decode consumer insights to build successful businesses. Apart from that, I help startups gain insights into business development and market validation. I also drive partnerships with premier institutes, government organizations, and industry associations across India, fostering a vibrant and supportive ecosystem for entrepreneurship. I am also associated in different capacities with top incubation centres in India, including IIMA Ventures, IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Center and AWaDH - IIT Ropar Before my current role, I ran my own IT-based startup in Bhopal. After 5 years in operation, I exited the company. Academically, I hold an engineering degree, an MBA, and a PhD. I also completed a management program at IIM Indore. I would be happy to connect if you are a founder looking for assistance to achieve the next level in your entrepreneurial journey. You can write to me at drmotwanideepak@gmail.com and we can get the ball rolling.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Startup Ecosystem Expert with a focus on Investor Relations and Entrepreneurship Development.
Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Experience: 15 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Investor Relations
- Fundraising
- Startup Support
- Investor Network Development
- Early Stage Investment
- Consumer Behavior
- Marketing Strategy
- Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development
- Entrepreneurship Education
- Entrepreneurship
Career Highlights
- Mentored over 600 startups in fundraising.
- Authored a book on consumer behavior in marketing.
- Established India's first Media Incubation Centre.
Work Experience
Swishin Ventures
Venture Partner (1 yr 1 mo)
The Science of Consumer Behaviour
Author (1 yr 1 mo)
iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar
Member - Incubator Seed Management Committee (ISMC) (2 yrs)
Wadhwani Foundation
Principal - Investor Relations (2 yrs 1 mo)
Senior Manager - Ecosystem (1 yr 7 mos)
IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Center
Member - Nidhi Seed Support Program Committee (2 yrs 7 mos)
B-Nest Incubation Center (Bhopal)
Member - Incubator Seed Management Committee (ISMC) (3 yrs 5 mos)
CIIE. CO
Manager - Programs (9 mos)
AISECT
Deputy General Manager - Corporate Relations & Entrepreneurship (1 yr 4 mos)
Jagran Lakecity University
Head - JLU Centre for Incubation & Entrepreneurship (10 mos)
Organizer & Licensee @ TEDxJLU (1 yr)
Assistant Manager - Industry Relations (1 yr)
Wadhwani Foundation
Consultant - NEN (1 yr 3 mos)
Vishleshan Educational & Social Welfare Society
Co-Founder (1 yr 5 mos)
IT'Fusion India
Co-Founder (3 yrs 11 mos)
Pentacle Softwares Pvt Ltd
Manager - Sales (1 yr 2 mos)
Philips Lighting
Channel Development Trainee (1 mo)
Education
FDPM at Indian Institute of Management, Indore
Bachelor of Engineering - BE at Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya