Abhay Havaldar

Abhay Havaldar is a prominent figure in the venture capital and private equity industry, currently serving as a Co-founder and Managing Partner at Avatar Growth Capital Partners.12 With over 20 years of experience in global private equity and venture capital investing, he has established himself as a seasoned professional in the field.2

Professional Background

Abhay's career highlights include:

• Former Head of General Atlantic Partners India, where he gained extensive experience in private equity investments2
• Co-founder of multiple ventures, including Mentorcap, Fortytwo Labs, and PAL Genie technologies1
• Board Member for several companies, including IBS Software, Jubilant Foodworks, HCG Global, and SirionLabs1

Education and Skills

Abhay holds an MSc as a Sloan Fellow, focusing on Business Administration and Management from the London Business School.1 His expertise encompasses:

• Corporate Finance
• Venture Capital
• Investment Banking
• Strategy
• Business Development

Current Roles

As of September 2024, Abhay Havaldar's current positions include:

1. Co-founder and Managing Partner at Avatar Growth Capital Partners (since June 2017)1
2. Co-founder of Mentorcap, FT42 Labs, and PAL Genie (since March 2017)1
3. Member of the Board of Directors for multiple companies (since June 2016)1

Abhay Havaldar's extensive experience and diverse roles in the venture capital and private equity sectors have established him as a respected figure in the industry, particularly in the Indian market.