Nov 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Founded in 1998, the Wharton PE & VC Alumni Association represents over 4,000 Wharton and University of Pennsylvania alumni working to better the conditions in the private equity industry by sharing best practices and innovative ideas among members, and by improving the overall standing of the members within the private investor industry.

Jul 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 9 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Iron Pillar is a growth-stage investor specializing in enterprise and consumer technology companies building their core products from India for the world. Since 2016, we have partnered closely with founders to guide their businesses from early growth-stage to sustainable enterprises generating $100 million or more in revenue.
• Our approach is to collaborate with founders as a trusted partner, helping them build scalable global businesses with strong competitive advantage and long-term, compounding profitability. We provide strategic and operational support in key areas, including (1) business development assistance in India and global markets; (2) go-to-market strategy support, including access to C-level talent; and (3) facilitating access to long-term capital.
• Our portfolio includes leading companies such as BlueStone, Curefoods, FreshToHome, SEDEMAC, Servify and Uniphore.
• With offices in Bangalore, Mumbai, Dubai and Palo Alto, we are committed to helping Indian entrepreneurs build globally successful businesses.
• Additional information about Iron Pillar is available at https://ironpillarfund.com

Nov 2021 – Jun 2022 · 7 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Oct 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 6 mos · Dubai | Singapore | Zurich | London

• Taurus is a Singapore-based multi-family office that was founded in 2008, is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and currently advises on USD 3 billion of assets for 200+ clients globally.

Feb 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 2 mos

• Founded in 1976, Sobha Group is a multi-billion-dollar real estate development company with a significant presence in the Middle East, with its headquarters in Dubai, and in India, with its headquarters in Bangalore.

Jul 2014 – Jan 2018 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Feb 2018 – Jun 2022 · 4 yrs 4 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• LCR is a US-based private investment and advisory services firm that provides access to global investment opportunities, with a focus on immigration investment, wealth management, real estate and private equity.

Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 3 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• ARC is a boutique Dubai-based firm which provides individual and institutional investors with access to alternative investment opportunities in India, UAE and the US.

Jul 2016 – Present · 9 yrs 9 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• YPO is a US-based worldwide leadership community of chief executives with more than 34,000 global members in more than 142 countries.

Jan 2011 – Jan 2013 · 2 yrs · Bengaluru Area, India

• Previously known as NEA-IndoUS Venture Partners, Kalaari is an early-stage, tech-focused venture capital firm.

Jan 2007 – Jan 2011 · 4 yrs · Bengaluru Area, India

• Early-stage, technology-focused venture capital firm, which is now known as Saama.

Jan 2005 – Jan 2007 · 2 yrs · San Francisco Bay Area

• Strategic Alliances, Corporate Strategy, M&A and Technology Licensing.

Jan 2003 – Jan 2005 · 2 yrs · San Francisco Bay Area

• Technology M&A.

Jan 1997 – Jan 2000 · 3 yrs · San Francisco Bay Area

• Strategic management consulting division of PwC. Project work included scenario planning, international expansion and new distribution strategies across multiple industries including technology, financial services and health care.

Jan 1995 – Jan 1997 · 2 yrs · San Francisco Bay Area