24072024 Mumbai WOLFDEN:
- Where are the top investors investing in 2024 in terms of sectors, ticket size and stage?
- Everyone here wants to know how Ambani’s invest and what goes in their board room? Is it any different than any other investor’s board room?
- Family office fund management companies will have to play a very big role if India has to become a developed nation by 2047. What is your take on the India Growth Story and how do you see that shaping up for the next 20 years?
- From, “Do we have a POS machine in the Village to making online payments via QR code, India has come a long way in digital payments in the last 10 years.
- Do you see any such Indian technology leading the way for global betterment? What is the future tech that you foresee will create a new wave in the world for a better tomorrow?
- What are the top 3 things investors look at in a startup before investing?
- What have been the top 3 learnings that any investor would want to share with the new generation of investors who are looking to start investing.
- What should be investment asset mix approach to maximize ROI while playing an important role in creating a Viksit Bharat by 2047?
- What are some of the things that we can do to build Patient Funding in India?
The WOLFDEN INVESTOR SUMMIT 2024, hosted in Mumbai, concluded with exceptional success, further cementing its reputation as a premier event for VENTURE WOLF. This year’s summit surpassed previous attendance records, attracting participants from across the country and around the world. A key highlight of the event was the engaging panel discussions that provided thought-provoking insights and captivated the intellectually curious audience.
The diverse group of attendees included founders, entrepreneurs, accelerators, students, investors, and various other stakeholders, all contributing to the summit’s dynamic and vibrant atmosphere. Their participation fostered a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives, enhancing the overall experience for everyone involved.
The success of the WOLFDEN INVESTOR SUMMIT 2024 underscores the event’s growing influence and importance in the investment community. It continues to provide a valuable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among industry leaders and emerging talents. The positive feedback from attendees reflects the high caliber of the event’s organization and content, setting a new benchmark for future editions. This year’s achievements have undoubtedly raised the bar, promising even greater engagement and impact in the years to come.
The Fifth panel titled, ‘Where will India’s richest invest for Viksit Bharat?’ was moderated by Devesh Chawla, an ingenious strategist, a mentor, an investor, TEDx Speaker.
The panel featured esteemed industry leaders and some of the India’s richest Family Offices:
- Kapil Hingorani, specializes in helping High Net worth Families meet their financial goals by combining Wealth Management & Risk Control. For the last 2 Decades Kapil has partnered many amazing Entrepreneurs & Celebrities in achieving Financial Freedom. He has also been a Strategic Advisor to many early-stage companies to Scale-up. Kapil is the President at Credence Family Office and also the key-note speaker at numerous forums.
- Ankur Shah, started his career at JP Morgan Chase, post MBA from IIM Indore, in the Corporate and Investment Banking vertical. Next, he moved to one of the leading domestic brokerages in India, as part of the Midcaps research team in the institutional equities department and then he moved into venture capital investing by joining Tomorrow Capital in its early days, where he was part of the core investment team. Currently, he is responsible for early and growth stage investments (Seed to Series C) of the Patni Family Office.
- Pranav Marwah, a lawyer from the University of Warwick. Over the last few years, he’s set up Marwah Sports, specializing in high quality sporting infrastructure with a full-suite consultancy wing, and thinQbate, Mumbai’s foremost early-stage incubator, making 40+ direct early-stage investments. He is a prolific early-stage investor, with sector expertise in tech-enabled solutions in the fields of sport, gaming and IoT.
- Sandhya Vasudevan, is an Independent Director for companies such as TTK Prestige, Himatsinghka Seide, EFL, and UC Credit Limited, and on the boards of non-profits like Industry and educational institutions like IIIT Delhi. She is also a nominee director for IAN at Ascorb Technologies. Recently, she published a book (Hatching Butterflies) on transitioning from corporate life.
In 2024, top investors are prioritizing technology, healthcare, and renewable energy sectors. The technology sector is drawing significant investments due to AI advancements and digital transformation. Healthcare, particularly biotech and pharmaceuticals, remains a key focus driven by ongoing innovations and the global emphasis on health. Investments in renewable energy are rising as the world shifts towards sustainability. Early-stage investments typically range from $500,000 to $5 million, while later-stage investments can exceed $50 million.
Family office fund management companies are crucial for India’s growth, potentially driving investments in infrastructure, technology, and education. Projections suggest India could become the world’s third-largest economy by 2027, with sustained reforms and strategic investments driving growth over the next 20 years.
India’s digital payment landscape has dramatically transformed, with technologies like UPI making transactions faster and more accessible, enhancing financial inclusion, and boosting economic activity.
India is poised to lead in AI, IoT, and blockchain innovations. AI can revolutionize healthcare with predictive diagnostics and personalized treatments, while blockchain can improve transparency and security in finance and supply chain management.
Investors evaluating startups focus on the team, market potential, and product differentiation. A strong team drives the startup’s vision and execution, market potential ensures growth opportunities, and product differentiation provides a competitive edge.
New generation investors should embrace diversification, conduct thorough due diligence, and adopt long-term thinking for better results. A balanced investment mix of equities, fixed income, and alternative investments can maximize ROI while contributing to India’s development goals by 2047.
Building a culture of patient funding in India requires a shift towards long-term investment horizons, supported by education, policy incentives, and platforms facilitating sustainable investments in promising sectors.
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