Pankaj Harlalka — CEO

As a Partner at S45, I bring over 22 years of experience in capital markets, merchant banking and corporate advisory. My journey began at Dolphin Laboratories before transitioning into merchant banking at Microsec India Limited in 2003. Since then, I have been involved in structuring and executing capital market transactions, working closely with companies at various stages of their growth journeys. Throughout my career, I have played a role in multiple IPOs, takeovers, rights issues, buybacks, mergers and demergers, helping businesses access capital and navigate the complexities of public and private markets. I have worked alongside some of East India's most prominent listed corporates, including Ramkrishna Forgings, Rupa Limited, Emami, Haldia Petrochemicals, and Centuryply, advising them on strategic growth initiatives and capital market positioning. More recently, I was part of the Investor Relations team at Shyam Metallics and Energy Limited, where I gained insights into corporate strategy, stakeholder management and long-term value creation. Over the years, I have seen what drives sustainable business success and what leads promising companies to stagnation or decline. The ability to raise capital efficiently, structure strategic acquisitions and implement a long-term vision can define the trajectory of a company. However, many mid-sized businesses in India struggle to access the right financial support and strategic guidance needed to scale effectively. At S45, my focus is on bridging this gap helping businesses unlock structured capital, refine their growth strategies and deal with the evolving economic landscape. I aim to reshape the capital markets landscape for India's small and mid-sized enterprises, enabling them to build enduring, high-growth companies that drive long-term economic impact.

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Location: West Bengal, India

Experience: 24 yrs 3 mos