Rohit Bhat

Rohit Bhat is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Airavat Capital Advisors LLP, an investment management firm focused on technology and internet-enabled businesses. He has a robust background in public markets and venture capital, with over 16 years of experience in the finance sector.

Education and Early Career

Rohit holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, where he was awarded the Governor’s Medal for his academic excellence. He also earned an MBA with Honors from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania in 2012. Prior to founding Airavat Capital, he served as a Vice President at Sequoia Capital India, where he specialized in technology investments, working on notable projects involving companies like Practo and Ola Cabs. His earlier career includes roles at Brandes Partners, Temasek Holdings, and McKinsey & Company.123

Airavat Capital

Founded by Rohit Bhat and his Wharton classmate Suraj Subramaniam, Airavat Capital focuses on investing in listed technology and consumer businesses both in India and globally. The firm has launched several funds, including the Airavat Global Technology Fund, which aims to leverage insights from the Indian technology ecosystem to invest in high-potential companies across various sectors such as SaaS, fintech, and e-commerce. As of 2023, Airavat Capital manages assets worth approximately $100 million.123

Recognition

Rohit Bhat was recently named in the Fortune India 40 Under 40 list for 2024, highlighting his significant contributions to public market technology investing in India.12

For more detailed insights into his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile at rohit-bhat-b134335.4