Investment Speakers in India

Sanjeev Bikhchandani, the trailblazer of Indian startups and co-founder of InfoEdge (Naukri.com, Jeevansathi.com,  Shiksha.com, 99acres.com, and beyond) is a distinguished entrepreneur. His accolades include the "Ernst and Young – Entrepreneur of the Year" award (2008) for transformative business leadership, along with the Dataquest Pathbreaker Award and the Teacher's Achievement Award for Business. Beyond Info Edge, he's associated with Ashoka University and has a background with The Pioneer, HMM, and Lintas. Bhikchandani served as TiE Delhi's President and on the Global Board of Trustees. His contributions extend to FICCI's National Executive, AIMA's National Council, and chairs NASSCOM's Internet Council. Sanjeev is a multifaceted leader, recognized for shaping the landscape of online businesses in India and contributing significantly to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Dr. Aarti Gupta is a seasoned investment strategist who has been at the helm of her family office (DM Gupta Family, Jagran Group) for the past 13 years. She is also the Chief Investment Officer at Anikarth Ventures, an angel-investing firm that invests in innovative early-stage start-ups with transformative solutions. In her commitment to women's entrepreneurship, Dr. Gupta serves as the National Head for FICCI FLO Start-ups, focusing on women founders and investors. She is also an independent director with Jindal Stainless Steels and contributes to the boards of several family-owned businesses and start-ups, leveraging her expertise in investment strategy. Furthermore, as the founder of the Anikarth Foundation, she champions initiatives for women's financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and job readiness. A recognized TEDx speaker, Dr. Gupta addresses financial literacy, entrepreneurship, investment strategies, and women's empowerment.

Prakash Gaba is a Certified Financial Technician, Technical Trader and a Trading Mentor. He is a Post Graduate in Management, exposed to the corporate world as a Senior Manager at a young age in the late seventies, an accomplished sportsperson. He is a Marksman and an Aviator who has a passion for Flying. Gliding is his hobby and he is among the pioneers of Hang Gliding in the country. attracted to River-Rafting and Trekking escapes, a good Wind-Surfer and a Scuba Diving enthusiast. He embraced Snow Skiing and Water Skiing which  in the early seventies while still in its infancy in the country. He is fearless and Para Gliding & Sky Diving do not scare him

Prakash Gaba is also SEBI registered Research Analyst and a winner of the Viewer’s Choice ’Best Technical Analyst Award’ and has the honour of receiving it from the hands of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Nidhish Singh, former VP and Head of Transformation at JP Morgan, is a seasoned finance professional with over 18 years of experience in investment, private equity, and fund administration. Currently, he serves as Vice President at The Citco Group Limited, a global leader in alternative investment fund services. He specializes in financial reporting, compliance, and automation-driven efficiency for private equity clients.

As the founder of Finsapient Training & Research Institute in India and the UK, Nidhish is committed to finance education. A qualified accountant, he holds memberships in CISI, ACCA, IPA, and IoD. He also mentors at the National Entrepreneurship Network, serves on the EDIIC board, and advises the New York Institute of Finance. A PhD scholar in Private Equity and Indian Economics, Nidhish is a sought-after keynote speaker and educator, training future finance leaders in AI applications, audit, and investment banking.

Deepak Bagla boasts a distinguished three-decade career in global economics, notably with the World Bank, Citibank, and in Private Equity across Europe, Africa, and Asia. As the Former Managing Director and CEO of Invest India, the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency, he played a pivotal role in advancing economic initiatives, including Start-up India and the Prime Minister’s Science and Technology program. Bagla's economic influence extends to high-level government committees, with a specific focus on Fintech and Innovation. His involvement in managing significant funds, such as the US $1.5 billion "Fund of Funds for Start-ups" and the Government's $7 billion "Fund of Funds for MSMEs," showcases his commitment to fostering economic growth and innovation. Additionally, Bagla's role as the President of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies showcases his global economic leadership.

Prof. Kaushik Bhaduri, Founder & Head Research at M/s My Money Investments, is a seasoned professional with over 26 years of experience in Retail Banking & Financial Markets. With a background in CMA, MBA (Finance), CFGP, and NISM certifications, he brings a wealth of expertise to his advisory roles for HNI customers, banks, corporates, and schools in Wealth Management and Skill Training. Having held leadership positions at IndusInd Bank and Lakshmi Vilas Bank, among others, he has led retail banking operations across North India. Currently, he serves as a visiting faculty at Ramanujan College, University of Delhi, specializing in Retail Banking and Wealth Management Studies. Additionally, he conducts corporate training sessions on NRI Business and sales for Relationship Managers and branch Managers, alongside contributing as a columnist on Wealth Management and Finance Planning for newspapers.

Himani Chaudhary was a Former Consultant and an Assistant Manager who’s now become an emerging Fintech Content Creator. She is on a mission to make India financially educated and to make everyone aware of the basics of Finance. She has a following of close to 700K followers on Instagram and almost 6K subscribers on YouTube As a content creator, she is working towards making people independent. She is NISM Certified as a Research Analyst. She is the Founder of Financial Vines, a site committed to making finance accessible and enjoyable for everyone. 

Hitesh is an author, innovator, entrepreneur, and insurance expert dedicated to demystifying the world of insurance for millennials and professionals alike.As the author of "Insuring the Future," He has crafted a comprehensive guide to help young adults understand insurance in a language that resonates with them. This endeavor reflects my commitment to making insurance accessible and empowering the next generation to make informed decisions. In his podcast, "Policypulse Plus," He host in-depth conversations with industry professionals to unravel the complexities of insurance. Currently, he serve as the Innovation Head at Meesra, where he leads the creation and innovation of new-age insurance products. His previous experience includes valuable tenures with brands like HDFC Life and Policybazaar. 




 

Anand Nandkumar is an Associate Professor of Strategy and the Executive Director for SRITNE at ISB. His research delves into the factors shaping innovation and entrepreneurship at both industry and firm levels. He concentrates on high-tech sectors like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and software, straddling the domains of industrial organization, economics of technological change, and strategy. Presently, he investigates the impact of stronger intellectual property rights (IPR) on various dimensions of innovation, such as how robust patents influence long-term incentives and the operation of Markets for Technology (MFT). In the realm of entrepreneurship, his work explores how venture capitalists impact entrepreneurial performance and the outcomes of individuals toggling between jobs and entrepreneurship. An ISB graduate with a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management, Nandkumar imparts his knowledge through courses on Competitive Strategy, AI-infused Leadership, Digital Transformation, Coporate Governance, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Growth Strategies, and Strategic Innovation Management.

Siddhartha is MD and COO of a leading Full Service Investment Bank at its Asset Management Vertical. Siddhartha is a visionary, forward looking thinker, educationist, author, mentor for startups and b school students, and a popular figure on social media on account of his Short notes and articles. With two decades of experience in Financial markets across Private sector and MNC Banks, Wealth firm, Investment bank, Siddhartha specializes in economics, Capital markets, fundraising, People management, banking and behavioural finance.

A triple postgraduate in Media, Business, and Technology, Ajitesh is prolific in film-making, especially fashion, and has fetched more than 350 international selections & awards in 57 countries under his brand ‘Keep Rolling Films’. A dual entrepreneur in Industrial Safety & Entertainment, he has also juried at numerous international film festivals. He is also an internationally approved fire & safety auditor under his brand ‘Technofire Engineers’, and has earlier worked for ISRO as a Rocket Scientist. Further, he is an internationally accredited Life, NLP & Business Coach and Mentor. He is the designer of the well-recognized Indian Board Game ‘SQUARACE’. He is also the brain behind the Indian comics publishing house ‘Cinemics’. He is the founding president of the Indian Comics Association.

Ganesh is a Chartered Accountant and Cost Accountant with over 25 years of experience, having led KFin Technologies Pvt Ltd (formerly Karvy Fintech) as MD & CEO. Under his leadership, KFin became the largest multi-asset, multi-region platform in India and Asia, offering comprehensive solutions across asset classes. Ganesh has championed digital transformation, expanding services in Mutual Funds, Pension Funds, and more. He grew businesses from inception to achieve a 4x valuation in 10 years, managing 100 million investor accounts with $100 billion AUM and processing nearly 500,000 transactions daily. Recognized as a thought leader and strategic thinker, he excels in client engagement and talent development while driving growth and innovation in the industry.

Anil Joshi, Managing Partner at Unicorn India Ventures, leads a SEBI-approved venture fund that invests across India's incubation, accelerator, seed, start-up, early-stage, and growth-stage segments. Focusing on Social Media, Mobile, Analytics & Cloud (SMAC), IoT, and Fintech, the fund has a strategic vision. Formerly, he managed operations at Mumbai Angels and Bangalore Angels, prominent angel investment forums in India. Anil's extensive background encompasses corporate management, startup investments, project management, joint ventures, and business development. He steered Century Rayon's branch office and worked with Business Access India Pvt. Ltd. and Transasia Biomedical Ltd. With involvement in 60+ startup deals, over INR 100 crore investments, board roles, and mentorships, Anil deeply engages in the startup ecosystem. Guiding startups, advising government bodies, and contributing to incubation centers underline his dedication to fostering growth.

Sutapa Banerjee boasts over three decades of professional expertise, notably spending 24 years in esteemed financial institutions like ANZ Grindlays, ABN AMRO, and Ambit. As a visionary leader, she pioneered and led successful ventures in Wealth Management, earning global recognition as one of the 'Top 20 Global Rising Stars of Wealth Management' by Institutional Investor Group. She further cemented her leadership as CEO of Ambit Private Wealth, clinching 'Best Private Bank in India' in the 2013 AsiaMoney polls. With an illustrious career, Sutapa now serves on the boards of diverse companies, including Zomato Limited and Godrej Properties, and contributes as a visiting faculty at prestigious institutions like IIM Ahmedabad and IICA. A gold medalist in Economics from XLRI and an advocate for gender parity, she continues to influence decision-making and corporate practices globally.

Over the past 15 years, Nishant has achieved excellence in varied functions across Corporate Strategy, Finance, Operations, Public Policy and Last-mile implementation. Currently He oversees multiple divisions at Jindal Steel and Power. He oversees the Global Businesses spread across Asia (ex India), Australia, Africa and Middle East which includes providing strategic direction to the businesses and taking strategic financial decisions like restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and divestments across these geographies.

Deepak is a 38 year veteran of the Financial services industry. Having spoken at leading industry event like the Mutual Fund Round Table, IFA Galaxy, IPFA, ICAA, and Arthamitra Gurukulam. His articles have been published in leading financial magazines. He is a 2 times speaker at the Tedx Gateway Unplugged in Mumbai. A life member of the prestigiuos Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT-USA), and life member of the Chairman"s Club (LIC of India). His Certifications include the Advanced Financial Goal Planner form AAFM(USA) and Award in Financial Planning from CII(UK) His YouTube channel has 500+ byte sized 2 minute videos on every possible topic on Personal Finance.

Kumar V Pratap, an expert in Infrastructure and Public-Private Partnerships, serves as Member, Board of Advisers, IIM Lucknow. With extensive experience in pivotal roles at the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministry of Finance, and the World Bank, he has shaped seminal policies like asset monetization and competitive bidding of coal blocks. Notable contributions include drafting India's National Infrastructure Pipeline and chairing the Model Concession Agreement for PPPs in Urban Water Supply. A published author and lecturer at prestigious institutions worldwide, including the Indian School of Business and University of Michigan, Kumar has received accolades such as University of Maryland’s John J Sexton Fellowship and Indian Prime Minister's appreciation. His passion for infrastructure development and expertise in finance make him a key figure in shaping India's future.

Suresh is a dynamic catalyst for change with over three decades of leadership experience across corporate India, having held senior roles in BFSI and FMCG sectors—including MD & CEO of TATA AIA, GM at HDFC Life, and Business Head at ITC. A Certified Leadership, Team, and Transition Coach, he empowers CEOs and CXOs across industries, helping them navigate change and deliver impact. With 15+ years of board experience, he currently serves as Independent Director at Aviva India, Muthoot Housing Finance, and 5F World, and advises FinTech, InsurTech, and EdTech startups. His governance expertise spans sustainability, triple bottom line strategy, and growth consulting. Suresh is also a sought-after keynote speaker and facilitator, known for converting complex data into actionable business insights. He leads high-impact training and leadership workshops, driving cultural transformation and peak performance. His strategic vision, ethical leadership, and cross-sector experience make him a trusted advisor for progressive organizations.

Priyanka, a foremost pitch expert and startup advisor in India, brings a decade of experience transforming investment pitches for over 10,000 entrepreneurs through Easy To Pitch, her founded venture. Acknowledged on platforms like Josh Talk, her startup validation and fundraising prowess led to features in 30+ publications, including YourStory and ET Times, alongside multiple excellence awards. As Chief Investment Officer at Terex Ventures, Priyanka bridges the startup-investor gap, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to global pitch readiness. She mentors at prestigious institutions like IITs, IIMs, and DU, while her SaaS platform, Incudash, pioneers comprehensive support from idea validation to successful startups. Priyanka's dedication extends to her latest book, "Idea to Market," a vital resource offering real-world examples and practical insights for entrepreneurs across all levels.

Leading e2e IT engineering projects and experience over past 2 decades. An enthusiastic and continous learner with Data Engineering professional certification from GCP. Sharing knowledge with fellow learners around IT, Banking, Credit Risk and cloud. At a personal level building long term investment strategies around Wealth/Financial and Retirement Planning.

With over 20 years of experience as a tech entrepreneur and investor, Anupam has built and scaled several successful companies and brands in the tech and D2C sectors, such as Shaadi.com, Makaan.com, and Mauj Mobile. He is the Founder & CEO of People Group, a well-renowned operator and investor in tech and D2C companies, including @Shaadi.com, the world's leading matchmaking company. Anupam is passionate about exploring new opportunities, supporting founders, and challenging the status-quo. He is also a Shark at Shark Tank India, where he invests in and mentors aspiring entrepreneurs. He has invested in over 200 tech and brand startups, ranging from Ola, Druva, Rupeek, Animall, Agnikul, FarEye, NxtWave, Quizzez, and several D2C companies like Skippi, Hair Originals, Zillionaire, & Whatsup Wellness. 

Ajeet Khurana was the CEO of Zebpay and is fondly recognised as an experienced CEO with a demonstrated history of working in the fintech industry. He is especially skilled in building teams, ensuring performance, scaling, digital strategy, planning, and negotiation. He is also an angel investor and mentor. Ajeet is bound to work best in international, growth-oriented, entrepreneurial settings. Before working with Zebpay, he was the head of the Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Committee in the Internet and Mobile Association of India.

Astha is a software engineer, artist, and expert in trading and motivational speaking. With a passion for self-growth, she’s dedicated to excelling in both her career and personal endeavors. Her signature theme, "It's you against yourself," empowers others to embrace self-motivation and inner strength. Selected as an expert on SpeakIN, Astha’s talks inspire individuals to push their limits and achieve success, making her a dynamic figure committed to resilience and self-improvement.

Pranjal Kamra, a visionary long-term investor and entrepreneur, founded Finology Ventures, a fintech platform that helps individuals create wealth. His journey of empowering investors which started without a basic recording kit back in 2017, now extends to a YouTube subscriber base of over 6 Mn in 2024. His accolades include India's Top 100 Digital Stars (in 2022 and 2023) by Forbes, Rise of the Finfluencers (2021) by Business Today, and Biz-Worthy Finance Creator of the Year at Creators United 2023. Mr. Kamra has authored 2 books: Investonomy and Mint Your Money. Above all of this, he takes great pride that his bootstrapped venture, Finology, has impacted the lives of more than 1 Mn people worldwide. He built another flagship product, Ticker, to simplify stock analysis for everyone. Initially created to replace time-consuming Excel analysis, Ticker now helps over 5 lakh users daily pick great stocks effortlessly.

As a seasoned entrepreneur and a fervent enabler of the startup ecosystem, Mittu Tigi brings over 10 years of dedicated experience in nurturing startups, understanding their unique challenges, and contributing to their growth strategies in India. With a keen interest in fostering responsible entrepreneurship, Mittu believes in its power to address and solve the nation's pressing problems.
Through various leadership roles, including CEO at AIC IIITK, Director at Merstra Foundation, and State Chapter Lead at Headstart Network Foundation, Visiting Faculty at XIME Kochi,  Mittu has demonstrated a commitment to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.