Maneesh Bhandari

Overview

An experienced entrepreneur and angel investor with a strong background in technology and business. He founded and led SENA Systems, a company specializing in identity management, which achieved over $20 million in revenue before its acquisition. He has been an active angel investor since 2010, supporting startups in sectors such as genomics, fintech, and agritech. He holds a B.Tech from IIT Kharagpur and an MBA from NYU's Stern School of Business. In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, he has served in strategic roles, including as CEO of Propeluss and as a partner at the Bharat Innovation Fund. He has also been involved in corporate development strategy at Persistent Systems and has held board positions at Ecozen Solutions and LetsIntern. His diverse experience spans across various industries, including technology, fintech, and agritech. He is also the founder and CEO of GrowthPal, a platform that streamlines mergers and acquisitions for corporates in new-age sectors. His expertise includes M&A and corporate development strategy, AI-driven deal sourcing, and early-stage investment. He is based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, and is active in the Indian startup ecosystem, serving as the Director of the Centre for Innovation, Incubation, and Entrepreneurship (CIIE) in Pune.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential
• Strong management teams
• Clear exit strategies
• Alignment with investor's expertise

Portfolio Companies