India's Pioneering AI-Native Fund Since 2017
SenseAI Ventures believes artificial intelligence has the power to change the world through practical, technology-driven solutions. As experienced technology entrepreneurs, the founders have built systems ranging from NLP-based analytics on Japanese data to core banking platforms for startups across geographies. With over 60 years of combined operational experience, the founders bring a deep understanding of how to build, deploy, and scale AI-enabled products in the real world. As AI investors since 2017, the firm has seen how AI can disrupt businesses as multiple trends coalesce to produce a paradigm shift in how software is built and consumed.
Dr. Vinish Kathuria
Founder & Managing Partner
Dr. Vinish Kathuria is the Founder and Managing Partner of SenseAI Ventures. An IIT-Delhi alumnus with over 28 years of global experience as a digital entrepreneur, investor, board director, and management professional, he spent over 15 years in the US working at Microsoft, Infospace, and Spice Digital before returning to India in 2007. He co-founded RANK Software, a Toronto-based AI and cybersecurity company that was successfully acquired. He has also been an active member of the Indian Angel Network (IAN), a visiting faculty at IIIT-Delhi, and an independent board director at Varroc.
Rahul Agarwalla
Founding and Managing Partner
Rahul Agarwalla is a highly accomplished entrepreneur and investor. He has founded, scaled, and exited three startups, leaving a significant impact on the digital landscape. Rahul's entrepreneurial journey began with Matrix Information, a digital content company. He then founded Integreon, a global data management firm, and later ventured into big data with Smart Insight, developing a groundbreaking product utilizing natural language processing (NLP). Rahul's tech products have been successfully launched in India, Japan, and the United States. Additionally, since 2017, he has been investing in AI startups, leveraging his deep understanding of the industry. Rahul Agarwalla is a visionary figure whose contributions have shaped the digital landscape and inspired entrepreneurs worldwide.
Raja Gopalakrishnan
General Partner
Raja Gopalakrishnan has over 30 years of experience in global technology and banking. His hands-on leadership has driven diverse businesses to achieve remarkable results, including over 40% EBITDA and $3 billion revenue in North America and Europe. He has also fostered high growth in APAC and Latin America, exceeding 20% annually. Raja's expertise extends to launching new product lines globally and cultivating global institutional relationships. His execution ethos and leadership culture have contributed to his success in driving strategy and achieving exceptional outcomes.
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Shubham Titare
Principal
Shubham has seven years of experience, including five years investing in and working with startups. Previously, he helped build the enterprise AI practice at a pre-seed venture fund, leading investment mandates and supporting board-level engagements across seven portfolio companies. Before venture capital, he worked as a management consultant at PwC, advising Oil & Gas clients across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia on strategy and growth. Shubham holds a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay, where he was part of the core team leading the institute's Entrepreneurship Cell.
Varad Katkalambekar
Analyst
Varad focuses on deal sourcing and investment evaluation at SenseAI, while also building the fund's proprietary deal intelligence platform. Before joining SenseAI, he spent three years in early-stage operating roles across AI and consumer technology companies, including SuperAGI, Atlys, and GoKwik, and co-founded a travel technology venture. He holds a degree in Electronics and Telecommunications from VIT Pune and is particularly interested in AI-native products that use context and data to deliver more precise, personalised outcomes.
Ryna Puri
Investor Relations
A UCLA graduate with a dual major in Communications and Psychology, Ryna brings a unique blend of analytical thinking and relationship-driven execution to her role at SenseAI Ventures. She began her career in enterprise SaaS, leading business development efforts and building sales systems that accelerated growth across North America. She later transitioned into marketing and sales strategy, developing campaigns and processes for digital-first brands. At SenseAI, Ryna drives the fund's Limited Partner (LP) engagement, manages investor pipelines, and delivers data-backed insights across fundraising and portfolio tracking. Her cross-functional expertise ensures operational excellence and sharp execution at every stage of the fund lifecycle.
Ananya Agarwalla
Platform & Capital Strategy
Ananya leads Growth & Community at SenseAI, where she integrates her background in English, Economics and Entrepreneurship from Ashoka University with experiences in media, AI startups, and marketing. Her work focuses on cultivating founder networks, engaging investors and crafting narratives that drive SenseAI's mission forward.
Radhika Rungta
Compliance Officer
Radhika is a compliance and operations professional with over six years of experience in the alternative investment funds (AIF) industry. She has extensive expertise in fund operations, regulatory compliance, investor onboarding, governance, and SEBI regulatory requirements. Prior to transitioning into the AIF space, she gained valuable experience in the Housing Finance Company (HFC) and Portfolio Management Services (PMS) sectors, building a strong foundation in financial services and regulatory frameworks. Her diverse experience enables her to effectively manage complex compliance and operational functions while supporting efficient fund administration.
Gaurav Seth
Accounts & Compliance
Gaurav Seth is a seasoned finance professional with over 17 years of experience in portfolio management, fund accounting and the Real Estate Market. Currently serving as Senior Finance Manager at SenseAI Ventures, Gaurav plays a critical role in maintaining fund compliance, reviewing investment strategies, and managing investor relations. His academic background reflects his commitment to continuous learning and professional development. With a track record of success at firms like Emaar India Ltd, American Express, Lumis Partners and Neovia Logistics, Gaurav brings a wealth of expertise in financial reporting, budget analysis, and intercompany transactions.
Vibhu Mittal
AdvisorGen AI
Vibhu is the current Chief Technology Officer at Inflection AI, one of the rising Generative AI unicorns, where he's making enterprise AI intuitive and accessible. A former CEO of Edmodo, one of the world's largest K-12 platforms with over 200 million users, he pioneered early GenAI during his graduate years at USC and is credited with key innovations like Google Scholar and Google Translate from his time at Google.
Utkarsh B
AdvisorTechnology
Utkarsh is a technology leader with 22+ years of experience, passionate about building future-ready systems and technology for social good. Founder of Xmplify.tech and former Chief Architect at Flipkart, he has shaped large-scale architectures, mentored startups, and led 50+ architects. A CIO Trendsetter Awardee (2022) and frequent speaker at forums like Microsoft and Infosys, he also advises Indian startups while staying an avid marathoner and explorer.
James Abraham
AdvisorGovernance
James Abraham is a sustainability entrepreneur and leader across renewables and net-zero, co-founding Mynzo Carbon and previously leading BCG's expansion in India while spearheading Sunborne Energy, helping shape India's solar policy. In 2014, he co-founded SolarArise (acquired by a UK Investment Trust in 2022) and continues to drive climate leadership through the Aspen Global Network and multiple social-impact board roles.
Neelam Dhawan
AdvisorTech Industry Trailblazer
Neelam has helmed India operations for Microsoft (MD, 2005-08) and HP, and earlier held senior leadership roles across HCL, IBM, and Hewlett-Packard, Tech Mahindra and Unilever. A board member at ICICI Bank, Fractal Analytics, Yatra, Tech Mahindra, and Hindustan Unilever, she also chairs Capillary Technologies and guides IIIT Delhi's governing board.
Shahir Muneer
AdvisorDigital Media & Creator Economy Expert
After 8 years at HCL and TCS in media-focused project leadership, Shahir founded Divo in 2012, growing it into one of South India's largest multi-platform networks (MCN) and independent music distributors. Divo partners with over 50 platforms, including YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix, and has a strategic alignment with Warner Music India.
Bhaskar Ramesh
AdvisorConsumer & Marketing Infrastructure Leader
Spearheading FMCG, auto, tech, media & entertainment at Google India, Bhaskar has driven digital hypergrowth, namely through YouTube monetisation, and now accelerates Google's omnichannel digital transformation across traditional industries.
Manit Jaju
AdvisorInfrastructure & Governance Strategist
With 33-35 years of experience in finance, operations, land acquisition, and corporate affairs, Manit plays a central governance role as President, Operations & Corporate Affairs at Pioneer Urban Land & Infrastructure. His background spans finance leadership and policymaking in major infrastructure firms.
Ruchir Godura
AdvisorEnterprise SaaS & GTM Architect
Seasoned in telco and SaaS domains, Ruchir held leadership roles across AT&T, UTStarcom (Country Head), and Airtel (CMO, Enterprise Services). He also helped launch wireless startups Telsima and Maverick Wireless, and more recently led strategic enterprise sales at Gong and Outreach.
Shubham Somani
AdvisorInvestor in Capital markets
Shubham Somani is a prolific capital markets investor with deep experience across public equities, trading, and long-term portfolio strategy. He is known for disciplined capital allocation, strong market intuition, and a track record of navigating complex market cycles.
Atul Dhawan
MentorAudit & Strategy Mentor
A veteran of Deloitte, Atul served as Chairperson of Deloitte South Asia and represented India on global and Asia-Pacific executive boards until 2023. He's a trusted strategist in audit, corporate governance, and transformation.
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