Saleem S. Khatri

Overview

Saleem S. Khatri is an angel investor and CEO of Lavu Inc., a global restaurant management platform. He co-founded and served as CEO of Instavest, a technology-focused investment manager backed by Y Combinator, from January 2015 to May 2018. Prior to that, he was an executive member of the Office of Financial Stability at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, managing a $79 billion investment portfolio for the Automotive Industry Financing Program. He also held positions at Kno, Inc., Goldman Sachs, Oaktree Capital Management, and Merrill Lynch. Khatri holds a B.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from the University of Michigan and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. As an angel investor, Khatri focuses on early-stage investments in technology and software companies, leveraging his extensive experience in financial services and entrepreneurship. His investment strategy emphasizes high-growth potential and innovative solutions across various industries, including healthcare, consumer services, and retail. Khatri's track record includes successful ventures in the restaurant management and technology sectors, demonstrating his ability to identify and support promising startups. His investment philosophy centers on fostering innovation and scalability, aiming to drive significant value creation in the companies he supports.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology solutions
• Scalable business models
• Experienced founding teams
• Clear market differentiation
• Strong growth potential

Portfolio Companies