TV Mohandas Pai

Overview

TV Mohandas Pai is a distinguished angel investor and former Chief Financial Officer of Infosys, renowned for his significant contributions to India's startup ecosystem. He co-founded Aarin Capital, a private equity fund focusing on technology, education, healthcare, and life sciences, and has been instrumental in launching over 14 investment vehicles that have collectively invested in more than 250 companies across various geographies, with a capital base exceeding $400 million. His family office has invested in over 30 different investment vehicles to foster the startup ecosystem in India. Pai's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, public markets, and hedge funds. He has been actively involved in funds such as Exfinity Venture Partners, focusing on big data, analytics, and security, and 3one4 Capital, an early-stage venture capital fund managing INR 750 Crores ($100 million). His investments span multiple stages, from seed to pre-IPO, and cover diverse industries such as technology, education, healthcare, life sciences, financial services, real estate, media, consumer goods, e-commerce, fintech, edtech, healthtech, biotech, SaaS, and enterprise software. Beyond his investment activities, Pai has played a pivotal role in shaping India's startup policies and regulatory frameworks. He has served on various boards and committees, including the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the National Stock Exchange (NSE), and the Institute of Public Enterprises. His philanthropic endeavors include co-founding the Akshaya Patra Foundation, which provides midday meals to school children, and serving as a trustee of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation. His contributions have been recognized with awards such as the Padma Shri in 2015 and the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award in 2008.

Investment Focus

• Scalability of the business model
• Quality of the founding team
• Use of technology in operations
• Potential for significant market impact
• Clear exit strategy

Portfolio Companies