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Kunal Lunawat
Co-Founder at Wildr and Agya Ventures
Kunal Lunawat is a co-founder of Denver Life Sciences, based in San Francisco, California.1 He has a diverse background in entrepreneurship, venture capital, and technology.
Professional Experience
Kunal is currently involved in several ventures:
- Co-founder at Denver Life Sciences
- Co-founder of Wildr, a startup aiming to create an anti-toxic, troll-free social media platform (May 2023 - Present)1
- Co-founder and Managing Partner at Agya Ventures, where he has invested in 30 early-stage technology companies across the US through a $32 million Fund I (2019 - Present)12
Previously, Kunal worked in technology and product development at Hannover Re, a leading German reinsurer.2 He also started his career as an investor at Blackstone, working in the firm's real estate private equity practice.2
Education
Kunal has a strong educational background:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School (2013 - 2015)1
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics and International Studies from Yale University (2007 - 2011)1
Personal Background
Kunal grew up in Calcutta, India, and was inspired by his father, a first-generation real estate developer.2 He currently lives in San Francisco.1 Outside of his professional pursuits, Kunal enjoys history, reading about Indian spirituality, and mentoring.2
Current Focus
As of September 2024, Kunal's Twitter bio suggests he is "Building consumer hardware for hydration"3, indicating a potential new venture or focus area in addition to his other roles.