Having invested in over 60+ start-ups and participating in 20+ follow-on rounds, I am sure each one of you must have built your own framework but still thought of sharing my thoughts I am sharing below some key elements that I believe should be defined by founders for building successful start-ups. Higher Purpose (Soul) Core […]
I have been an active angel investor since the last few years. I am sharing below some of the key takeaways from my journey of angel investing in start-ups. These learnings are based on an approximate sample size of over 60 start-ups that I have invested in. 1. Each one of the start-ups has an […]
This note is based on my three decades of experience working with Munjal family of Hero Group and Dr Parvinder Singh of Ranbaxy. Family office as an institution, is the identity of the family. The institution defines the legacy we want to leave behind and is a conscience keeper. A. The Principles of foundation of the family office could be based on: Purpose: Role of family […]
In this blog post, I am sharing my thoughts on the trade offs involved in setting up a Holding Company in USA/Singapore vs India for Start-Ups operating and having management control in India while raising their first external investor. I have enlisted below my thoughts based on my limited understanding on this subject : Global […]
On this wonderful occasion of 75 years of Independent India, I am sharing my thoughts below on the role of foundations in nation building for India at 100. Firstly, I would like to salute to the people who have committed large amount of funds for making a significant positive impact in lives of people. As […]