Ketan Kothari
Meet Ketan, a visionary entrepreneur and investor with a legacy spanning three generations. With a sharp focus on diverse sectors, including Gold & Commodities, and a strong presence in Financial Services, he's not just a business leader but also a mentor. Armed with a master's degree in Finance and Investments from the prestigious Nottingham University, UK, Ketan's expertise has propelled Augmont to the forefront of its industry.
His impact extends beyond business growth; he's been instrumental in launching various groundbreaking products, such as the world's largest spot bullion OTC platform, India's first digital gold platform, and India's pioneering gold borrowing & lending system. Ketan is also the driving force behind India's first structured product in gold and the country's leading gold refinery.
Innovating the Future: Ketan's Vision and Achievements
Ketan's primary focus is on building a diverse portfolio of direct startup investments. Additionally, he now takes charge of aarii ventures' listed equities and plays a key role in structuring the firm.
In recognition of his extraordinary achievements and contributions to innovation, Business World-honored him as a BW40under40 recipient in 2021, solidifying his status as a trailblazer in the business world.
Priyank Kothari
Meet Priyank, an earnest entrepreneur and a relentless problem-solver, also serving as the Director of Arvog, a dynamic fintech company. Armed with a Master's Degree in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Enterprise Development from Westminster Business School, UK, Priyank's journey started from humble beginnings as a credit underwriter at Arvog. Here, he embarked on a journey of professional growth, dedicating nearly three years to honing his skills in this role before taking on the mantle of leadership.
In his twenties, he's been at the helm, leading operations, and steering an inspiring transformation. Priyank's youth is his advantage, fueling his dynamic, startup-minded approach. He takes an exceptionally hands-on role with the portfolio companies, embodying the spirit of a hidden co-founder. He provides steadfast support, maintains constant communication for real-time updates, and fearlessly propels their growth initiatives.
From Shark Tank to Indian Achievers: Priyank's Remarkable Journey
Priyank is skilled at investing, and he showed this by being a successful "shark" at a Shark Tank event hosted by the JITO Angel Network.
Notably, his passion for business earned him the respected Indian Achievers Award in 2022 for his exceptional work as a young entrepreneur.
Sagar Nishar
Meet Sagar, a seasoned professional with remarkable academic credentials, boasting a Master's in Management from ESCP Business School, France, an MSc. from Germany, CS, FMVA certification, and the achievement of passing all three levels of the CFA exams.
He has held key positions at the National Stock Exchange, BlueFactory, BrainHack, and Vaillant Capital Partners.
During his tenure at Vaillant Capital, he managed portfolio companies spanning the F&B, infrastructure, and logistics sectors, amassing a cumulative revenue of over INR 22 billion for family offices and FIIs. Currently, he holds the role of Head of Investments and Strategy at Arvog. His pivotal role in the sale of Arvog Forex to the UK's largest private company, Revolut, showcases his strategic acumen and deal making prowess.
Here, his involvement extends to overseeing M&A, restructuring activities, steering the company's investment portfolio, and enhancing the value of portfolio companies.
Fostering Startups and Achieving Excellence: A Glimpse into His Impactful Journey
Beyond his corporate roles, he is also an active angel investor and advisor, nurturing startups and guiding them from raising seed capital to securing further funding from esteemed investors and angel networks.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions,
he was honored with the Indian Achiever's Award in 2022-23.
Nidhi Bhatkar
Meet Nidhi, with a fresh and innovative mindset, she's all set to enhance our investment strategies. Her role spans from evaluating deals to executing investments, and closely monitoring post-investment performance while delivering significant value to our portfolio companies.
Her journey has been enriched with corporate development and operational experience, gained at an American multinational brokerage firm, Interactive Brokers.
Her educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Financial Markets, completion of 5 Actuarial Science exams from IfoA, UK, passing both levels of the Financial Risk Manager certification, and passing Level 1 of the CFA program. Nidhi is actively involved in the startup ecosystem, where she thrives on engaging with entrepreneurs, sharing & gaining insights, and supporting their growth journeys.
“Alone we can do so little,
together we can do so much.”
~ Helen Keller
Harsh Thakkar
Meet Harsh, a distinguished professional with a remarkable career, adeptly combines entrepreneurial insight with financial expertise. His early experience involved working closely with founders of education startups, focusing on technical analysis and implementing consumer acquisition strategies.
Transitioning to the role of an Investment Bank Analyst, specializing in M&A for mid-market boutique firms in the USA and Canada, Harsh's journey reflects strategic finesse and an in-depth understanding of complex financial transactions.
Graduating from Somaiya, Harsh brings a solid educational foundation to complement his practical experience. His interest in the startup ecosystem and public markets positions him as a notable figure, seamlessly combining experience to steer success in innovation and financial strategy.
Mitesh Boricha
Meet Mitesh, an experienced Accountant highly skilled in Stock Market Transactions and Investment Accounting he has an extensive knowledge of markets and how stocks are influenced by current events. He has an ability to handle large accounts, build strong relationship with stakeholders and communicate effectively.
Proficient in managing financial operations, maintaining balance sheets, profit and loss accounts and preparing reports on it. Armed with a proactive problem-solving approach and dedicated to succeeding in a fast-evolving landscape.