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Seasoned Investors Backing Next Gen Founders
Jivesh Goenka
- Founded KUP Coffee Roasters, 78 Design, and Page 27 Kids Library; mentor and investor in mission-driven startups.
- Managing Director of 3F Singapore, leading cross-border operations in West Africa and Southeast Asia.
- Led 3F’s African market entry in 2002, establishing manufacturing and trade networks.
- Advanced from factory floor beginnings to leadership in a third-generation family enterprise.
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Karthikeyan G
- Provides tax and compliance solutions across India and the USA.
- Specialist in cross-border entity structuring and HNI tax advisory.
- Former ICAI committee member; published GST author and columnist.
- Civic leader with roles in Rotary Club, TiE Coimbatore, and startup ecosystem; independent director.
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Kumar Kandaswami
- 37-year Deloitte career, including 27 years as Partner leading major practices across sectors and regions.
- Worked with government on key initiatives in manufacturing competitiveness, policy, and infrastructure.
- Mentors and advises CEOs/CXOs through strategic transitions.
- Mechanical engineer with an MBA.
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Karthikeyan V M L
- Leads strategy, marketing, and logistics for a top kitchen appliance brand with 400+ products.
- Extensive experience in family-run business operations and process improvements.
- Recognized for strong analytical and leadership skills in dynamic markets.
- Passionate about people, cinema, and values meaningful engagement beyond the boardroom.
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Kayar Srinivasan Raghavan
- Invests across medical devices, AI, fintech, and eCommerce in UK, India, and USA.
- Experienced Non-Executive Director specializing in risk, governance, and investor relations.
- Former senior global banker at Citibank with extensive operations and tech background.
- Master’s in Management (George Washington University); Loyola College graduate.
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Krishna Ramanathan
- Manages proprietary funds focusing on real estate, healthcare, retail, and IT startups.
- Delivered 54% IRR on Casa Grande exit; currently managing Fund II with ₹26 crore personal commitment.
- Entrepreneurial background; promoted and sold American Remedies to Dr. Reddy’s.
- MBA from Xavier Institute of Management Bhubaneswar; early angel investor.
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Kumar N
- Vice Chairman of The Sanmar Group, overseeing diversified global operations in chemicals, engineering, and shipping.
- Honorary Consul General of Greece in Chennai and former President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
- Chairs the CII Institute of Quality and serves on boards of several public companies.
- Actively involved in social welfare, education, and sports, including the Madhuram Narayanan Centre for Exceptional Children.
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Kunal Mutha
- Founder & MD of Only Earth, focused on sustainable business innovation.
- Former CEO of Mohan Mutha Polytech, developed advanced flexible packaging.
- Leadership experience across Mohan Mutha Group, starting in exports.
- Leading polymer manufacturing expansion for auto, aerospace, and consumer sectors.
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Kritik Abiram Govindan
- Co-founded Campus Angels Network (CAN) to mentor and fund university startups.
- Former COO at Anjana Software and Vishwak Solutions, driving BFSI growth.
- Angel investor in 40+ startups via Chennai Angels, Mumbai Angels, Venture Catalysts, CAN and TiE India.
- Electronics & Communications Engineering graduate from University of Madras; active in SRMIST alumni.
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Lakshmi Narayanan N
- Founding member and ex-Vice Chairman of Cognizant, shaping its delivery model.
- Past Chairman of NASSCOM; former U.S.-India Business Council board member.
- 30+ years of leadership across Europe, India, and the US.
- Active in education and inclusive growth via Cognizant Foundation and nonprofits.
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Lokesh Krishnaswamy
- Global Platform Solutions Manager at Google, leading cloud data and analytics initiatives.
- Former Principal Cloud Architect at Microsoft, advising Silicon Valley firms.
- Co-founder of Ojas Advertising and Avid Technologies & Solutions.
- Enterprise data architecture experience with Intuit, NCR, and SVB Financial Group.
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Madanlal Gundecha
- Oversees family operations in garments, vehicles, finance, IT, and realty.
- Angel investor in healthcare and cognitive skills startups.
- Former office bearer of South India Hire Purchase Association and Rajasthani Chamber.
- Active in education and philanthropy with S.S. Jain Educational Society and Chennai Foodbank.
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Membership is by invitation only. A new member should be referred and recommended by a current TCA member (sponsor). Any current member can sponsor a candidate for Membership by sending a profile of the candidate to the secretariat with a short cover note explaining why he/she considers the candidate a potential member.
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