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Devansh Lakhani is a Chartered Accountant turned Investment Banker, Entrepreneur, and Angel Investor. After completing his CA in 2015, he pursued his passion in equity research and investment banking, quickly gaining leadership experience by managing a team of six analysts at a mid-sized firm.

Devansh later founded LFS (Lakhani Financial Services), which now employs around 15 people. Through LFS, he has helped 12 startups raise funds and advised over 200 on strategic business planning. As an active angel investor, he leverages his financial expertise to support early-stage startups, making him a key figure in the startup ecosystem.

With 35 years of experience, I have driven business growth, operational excellence, and value chain optimization across hi-tech beverage (Coca-Cola System), food, and luxury product manufacturing industries ($5M–$1B turnover). My expertise spans strategic leadership, process optimization, and business transformation in continuous process industries.

A results-driven leader, I have a proven track record of streamlining operations, boosting productivity, and driving EBITDA growth through innovative business strategies. I excel in building high-performance teams, executing revenue-driven initiatives, and enhancing customer and shareholder confidence while implementing Lean Enterprise disciplines.

Having worked across USA, Canada, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and India, I bring a global perspective to business operations, ensuring sustainable profitability and long-term growth. My mission is to drive strategic transformation and operational efficiency, helping organizations achieve their business objectives in competitive markets.

I am a Marketing and Communication professional with over three decades of experience in leadership positions. I have successfully launched and grown brands and scaled businesses. Presently, I am a consultant specializing in Marketing, Branding, and Digital Marketing, and I'm a mentor to startups.

Startups and new ventures excite me, and I enjoy working with young, passionate entrepreneurs. My expertise includes mentoring, guiding, and coaching.

Services Offered: Educational Services, Incubation for Startups and SMEs, International Educationalist, Trainer and Speaker, Career Counseling, Business Consulting, Training and Development, B2B Marketing.

With 15+ years in the tech industry, Ajay Rungta is a seasoned professional with a proven track record. As the founding engineer at Practo, he played a pivotal role in its growth and success over 11 years.

Currently, as a solopreneur, Ajay wears multiple hats—startup advisor, mentor, angel investor, and super connector. He actively collaborates with founders, providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and support throughout their startup journey. His expertise extends to incubators & accelerators, where he contributes through anchor mentoring, pitch reviews, cohort evaluations, grant juries, and masterclasses.

I am a seasoned business leader with over 18 years of experience in scaling and growing organizations across diverse segments and markets. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with large enterprises, mid-sized companies, and startups, managing their P&L, strategic planning, market development, and alliances. My expertise also includes customer lifecycle management and team building, ensuring that each facet of the business operates efficiently and effectively.

Currently, I serve as the Chief Business Officer at Leverage Edu, where I drive growth and innovation in the education sector. Prior to this, I successfully led operations at notable companies such as OYO, Ola, Knowlarity, and Airtel, where I honed my skills in strategic execution and operational excellence. My passion for building high-performing teams and developing impactful strategies continues to guide my journey in driving business success.

Born and raised in Mumbai, I pursued my MBA in Finance in the US, which set the foundation for a successful career at BlackRock. Over seven years in New York and the UK, I led key projects that honed my expertise in financial management and strategic planning. A decade ago, I took the entrepreneurial leap and launched a last-mile delivery startup, which has since scaled to over 500 cities across India. Throughout this journey, I successfully navigated four funding rounds, providing lucrative exits for my investors while retaining minority equity in the company.

In my startup, I've embraced diverse roles, overseeing functions ranging from Finance and Sales to Technology. This hands-on experience has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of business operations, allowing me to drive growth and innovation. As I continue to expand my venture, I'm passionate about leveraging my skills and insights to make a significant impact in the logistics sector.

Sriram is a seasoned venture capitalist and angel investor with extensive expertise in logistics, supply chain, capital formation, and strategic change management. Based in Mumbai, he oversees venture capital operations for Magnivia Ventures, a US-India strategic investment firm focused on special situations in Venture Capital and Private Equity. Additionally, as an Entrepreneurial Growth Partner at Tompkins Ventures LLC, Sriram specializes in fostering entrepreneurial growth and technology integration.

With a career spanning leadership roles at global companies like Alcon, Pfizer, and Cambrex Corporation, Sriram brings a wealth of industry insights. He serves as a board advisor, venture advisor (with firms like Beej Network and Armefin), and actively supports innovative startups like Shabosh, an Italian portable dishwasher startup.

Sriram holds a B.Tech in Industrial Engineering from VJTI, an MSc in Logistics and Supply Chain from Cranfield School of Management, and has continued advanced studies at the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad.