Amidst industry shifts, Tushar Kansal stands as a prime example of entrepreneurial success. As the Founder and CEO of Kansaltancy Ventures, he has played a pivotal role in shaping India’s investment banking and venture capital sector.
Tushar Kansal is recognized as a seasoned professional, acclaimed as a “Thought Leader/ Influencer.” As the Founder and CEO of Kansaltancy Ventures, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise, supporting startups and growth-stage companies across diverse tech and non-tech sectors. With over 90 recommendations on LinkedIn, Tushar’s impact in the industry is widely acknowledged.
His accolades include Kansaltancy Ventures being honored the “Best Investment Bank in Venture Capital 2023” and “Brands to watch out in 2024” by Great Companies.. He was also awarded as the “Best Startup Supporter” for his work in the STEM Field, at the “IndiaFirst Tech Startup Conclave” by the “All India Council for Robotics & Automation – AICRA,” presented by Dr. Kiran Bedi. Additionally, he has been awarded the prestigious title of “Business Leader of the Year in Investment Management” by the “Asian African Chamber of Commerce & Industry” and named “Entrepreneur of the Year 2022” by Business Connect magazine.
Tushar’s influence extends beyond his role at Kansaltancy Ventures; he serves as a Venture Advisor with Loyal VC, an INSEAD-led Canadian VC Fund with over 365+ portfolio investments spanning 15+ sectors in 60+ countries. As a mentor and speaker at entrepreneurship cells of top institutions like IITs and IIMs, he shares his expertise in financial and business advisory.
His insights are sought after by leading business news channels and publications such as CNN-News18, Venture Capital Tv, Business World, Tech Thirsty, and Digital Market Asia. Having participated in over 300 talks, Tushar is renowned for his expertise in venture capital and strategic services.
With a mission to empower change-makers, Tushar leverages his extensive network of 450+ investors and VC funds to identify sector-agnostic global deals. His experience spans multiple sectors, from venture capital at Brand Capital to consulting at Deloitte & Touche, and from leading MTS India’s finance operations to serving as CFO of DLI, a USD 295 billion Guggenheim Partners-owned company.
Background and Education:
Tushar’s journey began with a solid educational foundation. He holds an Executive education from Harvard Business School, an MBA in Finance from the University of Delhi, and a B.Tech from The Technological Institute of Textile & Sciences, affiliated with the prestigious Textile Institute Manchester, UK.
Kansaltancy Ventures: Leading the Way in Excellence
Established in 2016, Kansaltancy Ventures quickly gained prominence in the investment banking and venture capital sectors. Since then, it has been instrumental in supporting over 5,000 startups. Leveraging its extensive network comprising more than 450 institutional investors from India, Singapore, Dubai, the US, and the UK, it has facilitated funding exceeding USD 100 million. Additionally, serving as a Venture Advisor for the Canadian VC Fund “Loyal VC,” it has contributed to the growth of over 365 companies spanning 15 sectors across 60+ countries. Its upcoming VC Fund, valued at USD 25 million, is poised to provide crucial capital infusion to its network of startups. Furthermore, it will offer tailored management practices, leveraging domain specialization, to enhance their overall business operations. Led by Tushar, the company has offered vital support to startups and growing businesses, solidifying its position as an industry leader.
Expertise
Tushar’s expertise spans various domains, from financial due diligence and valuation to investment management and corporate finance. With experience gained from multinational corporations and venture capital funds, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.
Awards and Certifications
- The Company won the “Best Investment Bank in Venture Capital 2023” and “Brands to watch out in 2024” by Great Companies
https://www.greatcompanies.in/sme-business-award-finance-insurance-legal-accounting-2023 and “https://www.greatcompanies.in/post/kansaltancy-ventures-brands-to-watch-for-in-2024″
- Tushar’s contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards such as the “Best Startup Supporter” Award by the All India Council for Robotics & Automation presented by Dr. Kiran Bedi at Le Meridien New Delhi.
- He has also achieved the “Entrepreneur of the Year 2022” title by Business Connect Magazine
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GLvtBo4FX5Y2SQSVw5x_F4N_Xcse26y7/view
- “Business Leader of the Year in Investment Management 2021” honor conferred by the Asian African Chamber of Commerce & Industry
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GLvtBo4FX5Y2SQSVw5x_F4N_Xcse26y7/view
Kansaltancy Ventures has solidified its position as the go-to investment bank and venture capital firm for startups and growth-stage enterprises. Providing mentoring, equity funding, debt solutions, and facilitating mergers and acquisitions, the company has earned the reputation of being the top player in the industry.
With a commitment to empowering change-makers, Kansaltancy Ventures offers a wide range of services including venture capital, private equity, angel investment, various debt financing options, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic services. Leveraging a vast network and domain expertise, the firm drives growth across global tech and non-tech sectors, backed by investments from over 450 global VC and investor relationships.
Since its establishment in 2016, Kansaltancy Ventures has assisted over 5,000 startups in achieving their goals. Additionally, the company has launched its Angel Network – Saffron First – and is currently in the process of launching its inaugural VC Fund worth USD 100 million.
Partnerships and Accomplishments
The organization has established collaborations with leading global accelerators and incubators, such as Starterbites Ventures (US), and prestigious entrepreneurship development cells at esteemed institutions like IITs, IIMs, and universities. Additionally, it has partnered with renowned angel networks like Faster Capital (UAE) and AngelHub (Hong Kong), venture capital funds such as World 5 Fund and Supporters Fund (Canada), and family offices like Tomorrow Capital. Moreover, the company has actively participated in chambers of commerce and industries like TiE, FICCI, and EU Tech Chamber, in addition to engaging with startup and technology platforms like Founders Genie, and media platforms such as Venture Capital TV (Singapore) and Business World.