Faraz Wadhwania

Co-Founder

Dubai, United Arab Emirates12 yrs 8 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Successfully closed multiple funding rounds for startups.
  • Extensive experience in venture capital and investor relations.
  • Strong background in startup ecosystem and business development.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Venture Capitalist with extensive experience in startup investments and fundraising.

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Skills

Core Skills

FundraisingBusiness DevelopmentVenture CapitalInvestmentsInvestment StrategiesInvestor Relations

Other Skills

Business ConsultingStartup DevelopmentInvestment Advisory ServicesProblem SolvingBusiness StrategyAngel InvestingPrivate EquityDigital MarketingDigital StrategySearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Early-stage StartupsGrowth AccelerationEntrepreneurship DevelopmentCross-functional Team LeadershipCommunication

About

With a diverse background spanning multiple sectors, I've cultivated a unique blend of academic prowess and entrepreneurial spirit. My MBA from Nirma University served as a springboard, propelling me into the realm of business ownership even before graduation. By the time I completed my studies, my venture was already flourishing. Transitioning from an entrepreneur to a staunch advocate for the startup ecosystem, I have immersed myself in various facets of startup investments, fundraising, and investor relations. My hands-on experience in these critical areas has equipped me with valuable insights and a robust network within the investment community. I am deeply committed to nurturing emerging businesses, emphasizing the critical elements of innovation and investment. My expertise extends to guiding aspiring entrepreneurs through fundraising efforts, forging strategic partnerships, and establishing strong investor relations. I firmly believe in the power of collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Whether it's over a casual coffee or a structured discussion, I'm always eager to engage in meaningful conversations about your startup aspirations and the intricacies of securing investment. In the competitive business landscape, it's not just about staying ahead; it's about cultivating the next generation of leaders. By fostering a culture of leadership, peer learning, and sound investment strategies, we can pave the way for sustained growth and excellence.

Experience

12 yrs 8 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs
Average Tenure
2 yrs 5 mos
Current Experience

Freelance

Independent Consultant

Dec 2023Present · 2 yrs 5 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

  • Currently exploring Real World Asset Tokenisation for an IPO-bound Real Estate player or asset stake sale via Family Office/Private Equity Route.
  • Closed a $100K round for an Agritech startup
  • Secured 5+ mandates for Business Consulting and Fundraising
  • Worked with an AI Enterprise SaaS platform shortly to pilot their BFSI expansion.
  • Working with the SME lending platform to build a platform partnership model and scale channel partnership business.
  • Work on raising capital for a fintech from Web2 and Web3 investors, both on the equity and debt side.
  • Fundraising:
  • Agritech Startup (Farm to Factory): Raised $100K from a clutch of angels
  • Bootstrapped UAE-based B2B Travel Tech startup with a topline of INR 70 Crores (Online DMC): TS worth $1.9 Million (DD ongoing)
  • Pre-seed Conversational AI (Voice agent) startup for US real estate
  • Autonomous tech startup (non-passenger category)
  • Business Consulting:
  • A stationery and kidswear brand looking to expand and grow in the D2C space
  • A hospitality startup at the pre-seed stage (Single Consultation)
  • A box cricket aggregator (2 months consulting)
  • A pre-seed stage startup solving homestays for bachelors and working professionals (3 months)
FundraisingBusiness ConsultingInvestor RelationsBusiness Development

Devx

3 roles

Venture Capitalist

Promoted

Apr 2022Dec 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • PORTFOLIO:
  • Quixote Automotive Technologies: Connected Cars (Exited to Spinny)
  • BigSpoon Foods: Cloud Kitchen (Multiple Follow-on & Closed)
  • Financepeer: Fintech- EdTech Lending (Exited to Funds)
  • The Healthy Company: D2C- Nutritional Healthcare (Follow-on & Closed)
  • ExtraaEdge Technologies: Edtech Marketing SaaS (Co-invested & Follow on by OnDeck and Pentathlon Venturtes)
  • Intents Mobi Technologies: Mobility & Transportation (Follow-on by Family Offices & Angel Network)
  • Plutomen Technologies: AR/VR for Enterprise SaaS
  • SupplyNote (AdCount Technologies): HoReCa SaaS Platform (Follow-on & Merged)
  • Flo Mobility: Autonomous Tech Platform for Micro-mobility (Follow-on)
  • Apeksha Gourmet Jar (TGJ): D2C- Food & Beverage (Exited to existing investors)
  • Growfitter: Health & Wellness (Follow-on Baksh Capital Singapore, Aman Gupta on Shark Tank, BFF)
  • Brands.live: Canva for Bharat (Co-invested with India Quotient)
  • Redicine Medsol: MedTech- Medical Adherance (Follow-on)
  • Finsire: Fintech Lending Infra
  • Baby Organo: Ayurveda Backed Baby Care D2C Brand (Follow-on by Sauce.VC)
  • Indiesemic: Power-Efficient Chips RF & SOC development (Follow-on by Angels)
  • Apply on: https://devx.work/accel/devx-venture-fund/
  • Deal Sourcing and Curating suitable Startups for the Accelerator Program & DVF
  • Connecting with Angel Investors and VCs to onboard them to DVF for co-investing opportunities.
  • Strategising and supporting Fund avenues at DVF.
Venture CapitalFundraisingInvestor RelationsInvestments

Startup Innovation & Investment

Oct 2020Mar 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Representing DevX and DVF at various startup events.
  • Deal Sourcing and Curating suitable Startups for Accelerator Program & DVF
  • Connecting with Angel Investors and VC’s to onboard them to DVF for co-investing opportunities.
  • Managing project deliverables through Innovation scouting for Corporate Innovation program.
  • Building an ecosystem through Partner & Investor network for Accelerator and Corporate Innovation program to provide value to innovators.
  • Building communication material for DevX that includes strategising for website building to provide Brand Identity through different business verticals in addition to contributing to Digital Marketing avenues.
  • Apply on: https://devx.work/accel/devx-venture-fund/
Venture CapitalInvestment Advisory ServicesProblem SolvingInvestment Strategies

Head Of Operations

Jun 2019Oct 2020 · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Responsible for overall operations and development of the entire community.
  • Defining KRAs for the internal processes and developing the new processes.
  • Lead the creative activities of the space and also represent DEV Accelerator at local Startup events.
  • Managing a team to ensure local supplies for consumables and other required equipment is acquired.
  • Building engagement with co-workers.
  • Ensuring a lively environment by designing regular activities for co-workers.
  • Defining processes and workflows for every activity.
  • Sourcing and Curating suitable technology to design the required workflows.
  • Articulate and present reports/ deliverables in required detail to management.
Problem Solving

Intents mobi

Chief Investment Officer

Apr 2022Sep 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · Remote

  • Work strategically with the founders to create fundraising strategies, capital needs planning and the creation and execution of multiple fundraising rounds to fuel the aggressive growth trajectory that the company has embraced.
  • Preparation of Business Models, Investment Pitches, Presentations and Exit strategies for investors.
  • Lead discussions with potential investors such as Family Offices, Venture Capital Funds and Private Equity funds to raise capital
  • Represent the company, as appropriate, at investor forums to build potential new relationships
  • Ensure the organization is duly funded for all growth phases
  • Develop and manage long-term relations with the Company's existing stakeholders
  • Support the management team in the preparation and execution of inbound and outbound transactions
  • Manage investor database and enhance investor engagement and relations
FundraisingInvestor RelationsBusiness Strategy

Istart rajasthan

Program Manager

Jan 2019Jun 2019 · 5 mos · Jaipur Area, India

  • Helping foster startups in Jaipur with Government of Rajasthan initiative "iStart Rajasthan".
  • Organizing events, meetups and managing activities to facilitate the growth of startups.
  • Building relations with external ecosystem players and with DoIT (Government of Rajasthan).

Startup tunnel - an early stage incubator + accelerator

Lead - Accelerator

Jan 2019Jun 2019 · 5 mos · Jaipur Area, India

  • Working with Startup Tunnel as Lead - Accelerator. Startup Tunnel is an early stage Incubator and Accelerator.
  • Managing Business Development avenues for the company.
  • Organizing startup events and networking meetings.
  • Managing client (Government of Rajasthan) at iStart Rajasthan initiative.

Eminent infoweb llp

Growth Hacker

Jun 2018Dec 2018 · 6 mos · Ahmedabad Area, India

  • Eminent, an employee-driven organization with openness to the idea of remote working to attract the best talent.
  • Working with Eminent InfoWeb LLP as a Growth Hacker for Business Expansion and providing clients with the right knowledge about services we provide at Eminent and how we work ethically with complete transparency.
  • Generating leads through inbound sales by demonstrating the potential within the company to prospective clients.
Investments

Swaham

Co-founder & COO

Jul 2016Dec 2018 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Ahmedabad

  • Swaham is a one Stop destination for all the customization needs. The focus is on clients who need customized product for expressing themselves or gift it to someone else. One or Thousand, we treat our clients the same.
  • Managing vendor management through onboarding after successful quality checks.
  • Client servicing both online and offline to drive the company sales.
  • Looking after production and QC to ensure best product reaches the customer right in time.

Jnf grenergy pvt. ltd.

Co-Founder & COO

Apr 2013Dec 2018 · 5 yrs 8 mos · On-site

  • JnF Grenergy Private Limited is into the business of Wood Pellets which is a green initiative under the norms of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
  • It was rated as one of the prominent startups of the year 2016 by CIIE's Pitchtown Initiative and was a part of its cohort 2016, Ahmedabad.
  • Managing technical sales and customer onboarding.
  • Developing client relationships to drive better sales.
  • Making sure the company achieves the highest quality products through quality management and best production practices.
  • Started as a waste management startup to generate energy out of Platsic waste, the venture pivoted to generating energy out of agriculture waste.
Problem SolvingInvestments

Fitcast founder and engineers private limited

Summer Intern

Apr 2013Jun 2013 · 2 mos · Ahmedabad Area, India

  • I completed my summer internship at Fitcast Founders and Engineers Private Limited.
  • Working on multiple projects for the company, during my short stint at the company;
  • Development of a new machine shop,
  • HR Practices in an SME,
  • Cost-effective working methods were a few of the key projects handled.

Education

Institute of Management, Nirma University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) — Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

Jan 2012Jan 2014

N.R Institute of Business Administration

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA

Jan 2009Jan 2012

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