Gautam Patel

Founder & Managing Partner at Z3Partners

Gautam Patel is the Founder and Managing Partner of Z3Partners, a growth-stage investment fund based in Mumbai, India. He established Z3Partners in January 2019, focusing on investments in technology, digital sectors, fintech, tech services, and analytics companies, particularly those in early growth stages.1 2

Professional Background

Before founding Z3Partners, Patel co-founded the Zodius Technology Fund and Zodius Technologies Opportunities Fund in 2011, where he also engaged in investments in technology and digital sectors. His portfolio includes notable companies such as Pepperfry, BigBasket, and Zivame.1 3

Patel's earlier career includes significant roles at Battery Ventures, where he served as a Partner and Advisor, and at iGATE Global Solutions, where he was the Head of UK and Europe. He has also held positions at MphasiS, EVentures India, and Lazard Freres & Co..1 4

Education

Gautam Patel completed his education at The University of Texas at Austin.1

His extensive experience in venture capital and technology investment has positioned him as a prominent figure in the Indian investment landscape.

Highlights

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Experience

Founder & Managing Partner at Z3Partners (January 2019 - Present)

- Co-Founder at Zodius Technology Fund and Zodius Technologies Opportunities Fund (2011 - Present) - Advisor at Battery Ventures (2010 - 2013) - Partner at Battery Ventures (2007 - 2010) - Head of UK and Europe at iGATE Global Solutions (2003 - 2007) - Director, Business Development at MphasiS (2002 - 2004) - VP at EVentures India / 3Genesis (1999 - 2001) - Associate at IndOcean Chase Capital (1996 - 1998) - Analyst at Lazard Freres & Co. (1994 - 1996)