CBA India Emerging Opportunities AIF

Gaurav is an accomplished investment professional who has cleared NISM Series XIX-E. He has experience in due diligence for listed, unlisted, and pre-IPO entities, along with governance support for investment structures. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from IGNOU and has completed the Executive and part of the Professional program of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.

He has previously been associated with Pi Square Investments, covering consumer, retail, and infra sector. In addition to his industry experience, He is actively involved in mentoring and educating CFA Candidates, with a focus on Corporate Issuers, Alternative Investments, and Equity. He is a CFA Charter-holder and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Ahmedabad University and is a member of CFA Society India.

Krisha holds a B.Com (Hons.) from Ahmedabad University with a focus on venture capital, private equity, and financial markets. She has cleared CFA Level I and has training in equity research and company analysis. She has experience in investor relations at Capital Bridge Advisory Services and has volunteered with Teach For India.

Jia holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons.) in Accounting & Finance from Ahmedabad University, along with certifications from Bloomberg, Goldman Sachs, and Google Digital Academy. She previously worked at Carysil Limited, gaining experience in SAP, GST/TDS compliance, trade finance, and forex operations. She also volunteered with the TIDE Foundation.

Heer is currently in her fourth year of Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons.) in Accounting & Finance at Ahmedabad University, with a strong interest in financial markets and investment analysis. She has strengthened her profile through certifications such as Bloomberg Market Concepts and by clearing the NISM Series XV – Research Analyst examination. Heer has also gained practical exposure through an Equity Research internship at HDFC Securities.

Yash has cleared the CFA Level-3 exam and holds Bachelor of Commerce Honours from GLS University. Prior to this he has done an Equity Research internship at Investment Point in Jamnagar. He also holds NISM-XV Research Analyst certification.

Maanas is an Analyst at Capital Bridge Advisors. He supports the firm's research efforts through company analysis, financial research, and investment related projects. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Ahmedabad University. Driven by a passion for financial markets and continuous learning, he is committed to developing thoughtful, research driven insights while continuously expanding his expertise in finance and investing.

Yash has >17 years of consulting experience and was instrumental in building one of the leading CA firms of Ahmedabad– Dhirubhai Shah (DBS) & Co, LLP. His key strengths include advisory, restructuring, mergers, demergers, ESOP planning, valuations and tax litigation. He has worked extensively with domestic clients on their succession planning and trust structures. He has facilitated transactions with many large MNCs and Indian promoter companies spread across sectors.

Anup is currently the Group Head of Research at Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IiAS), where he leads the analyst team and oversees voting recommendations and ESG research. Previously, he specialized in quantitative modeling and real estate valuations at Citigroup and JPMorgan. Anup is a Chartered Financial Analyst and holds a Master's in Finance from Sydenham Institute of Management and a Bachelor's in Engineering from Mumbai University.

Rishab serves as the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Raman Roadways Pvt. Ltd., where he oversees overall strategy, including the firm's tech subsidiary, Raman Infosoft. A Chartered Accountant by profession, he holds MPhil in both Mechanical Engineering and Sociology from Cambridge University, bringing a unique multidisciplinary expertise. He has provided consultancy services to global firms like Accenture Ltd and currently spearheads the Chartered Institute of Technology, in an honorary capacity.

Sushant Mehta, a Chartered Accountant and B.Com graduate, brings robust expertise in auditing and taxation to his role as Strategic Advisor. A practicing CA, he serves as a statutory auditor for diverse clients, including listed and private limited companies. Sushant specializes in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and tax optimization. Known for his analytical acumen, he delivers strategic financial solutions that ensure business transparency and adherence to high reporting standards.