Purva Aggarwal — Co-Founder
Purva is a seasoned Investment Banker with global experience in transactions, specializing in sectors such as Packaging, Industrials, F&B, and Films. She is also the Founder of Good Good Piggy, India's first EdFinTech startup, featured on Shark Tank India Season 1 on Sony Entertainment Television. A sought-after guest speaker, Purva has addressed audiences at prestigious institutions, including the University of London, the University of Hertfordshire, O.P. Jindal University, IP University, Delhi University etc. as well as across multiple media platforms. She currently serves as a Board Member at the University of Hertfordshire, where she is celebrated on the Wall of Fame and honored as a recipient of the Dean’s Award - Diamond Rising Star. Purva's entrepreneurial journey earned her the UK India 75 at 75 Achiever’s Award on India’s 75th Republic Day in British Parliament. She has also been recognized with scholarships from the British Council and the Study UK Alumni Award for Business and Innovation. Purva is mentioned in Namita Thapars book ‘The Dolphin and the Shark: Stories on Entrepreneurship’ and is also chapter in Rathi Pula’s book ‘NariBiz’. As a former Ambassador of Women in Tech India, she was the bridge for paris based organisation to come to India in the pandemic to create a global ecosystem for empowering Indian women and girls in technology. Purva’s editorial expertise includes contributions to a leading UK-based private equity publication for institutional investors. She actively practices and researches M&A, leveraging her expertise to drive value creation. Professionally, she brings extensive experience from working at a private equity investment advisory firm in London and leading roles at BDO India and Grant Thornton. Her clientele spans packaging, chemicals, telecommunications, insurance, mining, hospitality, logistics, and disruptive FMCG sectors. An ImpactGen Talent with Kairos Society Europe, Purva belongs to a global community of top leaders innovating to address the world’s greatest challenges. Her achievements also include managing high-profile international events such as Asia's largest literature festival and world music festivals. During her Master’s in Investment Banking & Finance, Purva won the Rising Star Dean Award twice and the Gold Award for Employability and Enterprise. With her exceptional leadership, communication, and team management skills, Purva continues to excel in M&A strategy and execution, driving strategic growth and innovation in the global financial and entrepreneurial landscape.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech and Investment Banking expert with a strong entrepreneurial background.
Location: New Delhi, Delhi, India
Experience: 9 yrs 8 mos
Skills
- Investment Banking
- Mergers & Acquisitions (m&a)
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Development
- Private Equity
- Financial Analysis
- Editorial Expertise
- Research
- Strategic Planning
- Business Strategy
- Risk Management
- Internal Controls
Career Highlights
- Founder of India's first EdFinTech startup.
- Recognized with UK India 75 at 75 Achiever’s Award.
- Guest speaker at prestigious universities and media platforms.
Work Experience
X-B4 Advisory LLP
Manager Investment Banking (2 yrs 1 mo)
University of Hertfordshire Business School
Board Member (3 yrs 4 mos)
EU-India Innocenter
Relationship Ambassador (9 mos)
Good Good Piggy
Founder & CEO (5 yrs 1 mo)
WOMEN IN TECH - Global Movement
Ambassador India, India Chapter (1 yr 5 mos)
Sigma Squared Society
ImpactGen Talent (1 yr 8 mos)
Global Policy Insights
Associate, Corporate Partnerships (2 mos)
Global Fund Media Ltd - Private Equity Wire
Editorial Trainee: Private Equity (1 yr 2 mos)
Mayfair Equity Advisory Ltd
Business Analyst (3 yrs 1 mo)
Grant Thornton LLP
Graduate Trainee (1 mo)
Plural Solutions
Manager Market and Strategy (5 mos)
International Trade Council India
Program Development Intern (5 mos)
BDO India LLP
Risk Advisory Services Trainee (2 yrs)
IIFM
Trainee (2 mos)
Alankit Assignments Ltd.
Financial Trading Intern (3 mos)
Education
Executive Education at Imperial Business School
Executive Education at Imperial Business School
Msc Finance and Investment Banking (Sandwich) at University of Hertfordshire
Y Combinator: Future Founders Track at Startup School Online
Bachelor's Degree at Delhi University
High School at Bluebells School International