Ajay Thakur Honored with “Pillar of Hindustani Society” Award by Trans Asian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Ajay Thakur was awarded the “Pillar of Hindustani Society” at the annual Trans Asian Chamber of Commerce and Industry conference held at the Royal Yacht Club, Mumbai, in recognition of his significant contributions to the growth and development of SMEs
Lina Budhwani has over a decade of experience in venture capital and private equity. As TGIsmE's Fund
Manager, she is committed to helping Indian SMEs grow and succeed.
Role at TGIsmE
At TGIsmE, Lina oversees investments in Indian SMEs, evaluating their financial health and market
opportunities. She manages a diverse portfolio, balancing risk and return, and develops strategies to
protect the fund and its investors. Lina ensures SMEs get the financial support and strategic advice
they need to grow.
Professional Background
Lina also serves as the Fund Manager at Quantum Growth Ventures, a Silicon Valley venture capital
fund, where she manages an 800-crore rupee fund. She has reviewed over 150 deals and invested in 21,
achieving a return of 85% and an IRR of 28%.
At TGC Capital Partners, she has been the Head of Risk Investment and Due Diligence since 2014,
identifying and managing risks in M&A transactions, ensuring compliance, and supporting investment
decisions with financial analysis.
Vision:
Lina supports TGIsmE’s mission to empower Indian SMEs with essential financial resources
and strategic guidance, helping them grow into successful enterprises.
Education
Chartered Accountant
Puratan’s work aligns with TGIsmE’s mission to support and grow Indian SMEs, helping them become
successful enterprises.
Puratan Bharti
Fund Manager, TGIsmE
Puratan Bharti, with over 15 years of experience, is the Fund Manager at TGIsmE. He focuses on
helping Indian SMEs grow and succeed by providing essential financial resources and strategic
guidance.
Role at TGIsmE
As Fund Manager, Puratan is responsible for evaluating potential investments in Indian SMEs. He
assesses their financial health, management quality, and market opportunities. By building and
managing a diverse portfolio, he ensures a balance of risk and return. Puratan also develops
strategies to protect the fund and its investors, making sure that SMEs receive the support they need
to thrive.
Professional Background
Puratan has extensive experience in guiding multinational companies on market entry, growth
strategies, and M&A transactions. He has facilitated high-impact deals, conducted due diligence, and
developed financial models to support investment decisions. His work includes creating customized
roadmaps for market penetration and providing data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
Investor Education & Mentorship
An empanelled trainer with NSE and other financial institutions, Puratan conducts
Investor Awareness
Programs across India. He mentors aspiring entrepreneurs through NITI Aayog’s ATL program and
regularly speaks at institutions like the IIMs.
Bharat Thaker
Head of Operations & Compliance, TGIsmE
Bharat Thaker leads Operations and Compliance at TGIsmE, bringing over 27 years of experience in
finance, operations, and regulatory compliance. He ensures TGIsmE adheres to all regulatory standards
while optimizing operational efficiency. Bharat manages compliance with AIF regulations, daily
operations, and internal controls to maintain high performance and integrity.
Professional Background
Bharat has a strong background in corporate advisory, risk management, and internal audit. He has
extensive experience in international accounting, treasury operations, and setting up operational
controls.
Bharat’s role at TGIsmE is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and compliance with all regulations,
providing a stable foundation for business growth and success.
Education
MBA in Finance
IBS Hyderabad
Anit Agrawal
Investment Analyst, TGIsmE
Anit Agrawal is an Investment Analyst at TGIsmE with over 5 years of experience in the investment
industry. At TGIsmE, he plays a crucial role in evaluating investment opportunities and providing
insights to support decision-making.
Anit specializes in quantitative analysis and algorithm development. He uses his analytical skills to
design sector-specific quantitative models that help predict market trends and investment
opportunities. His work involves thorough research and data analysis to identify promising investments
for TGIsmE.
Anit’s work is crucial to TGIsmE’s mission of supporting and growing Indian SMEs by providing accurate
and insightful investment analysis. His dedication ensures TGIsmE makes informed investment decisions,
driving the success of the businesses they support.
Disclaimer
An investment in “TGIsmE” is suitable only for sophisticated and/or private investors, including
government
institutions, corporates, public sector undertakings, private banks, insurance companies, global
development
financial institutions, multilateral organizations, and high net worth individuals.
It requires the financial ability and willingness to remain invested in the fund, as well as the capacity
to
accept the high risks and lack of liquidity inherent in an investment of this nature. No assurance can be
given that the fund’s investment objective or investment strategy will be achieved.
There can be no assurance that the fund will achieve its target returns or returns comparable to those
achieved by entities with which the sponsors, the investment manager, or their affiliates have been
associated.
TGIsmE is open-ended and shall continue until it is wound up by the investment manager at its discretion.
