Ravi Kaushik appointed as executive director overseeing early-stage fintech investments in emerging markets in Asia
San Francisco, April 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Flourish Ventures, a purposeful early stage venture capital firm, today announced the following appointments: Ravi Kaushik Appointed as Executive Director and Head of Asia Investment. Ravi will lead fintech investments and portfolio management for global companies. India and Southeast Asia.
Ravi Kaushik, former CFO of Agro.Club, has joined global fintech venture capital firm Flourish Ventures as executive director and head of investments in Asia.
“Ravi brings significant experience in growing and scaling technology companies, which will be invaluable as we partner with new investments.” Southeast Asia and India“His unique operational skill set, breadth of investment knowledge, and passion for helping founders navigate their startup journeys are a great addition to our team and portfolio,” said Tilman Erbeck, co-founder and managing partner at Flourish. It will bring great value to the.” We are excited to have him. ”
Most recently, Ravi served as CFO of Agro.Club, a global B2B full-stack grain marketplace that aims to transform the way farmers and buyers connect, trade, and grow. In that role, he oversaw the financial strategy and financing, operations and overall performance of the company, which has 250 employees and a strong presence in five regions. Ravi has over 15 years of professional experience in operating and full-cycle investing across venture capital and private equity. He is a founding member and general partner of WaterBridge Ventures, an early stage venture capital firm, and has experience as a growth PE investor focused on high quality growth stage companies.
“Having spent the last few years scaling Agro.Club and gaining valuable experience in operating and scaling a global technology company, I am excited to join the Flourish team and help grow Agro.Club’s presence. I’m really excited about it. Southeast Asia and India. I have seen firsthand the power of technology to drive scale. Combine this with Flourish’s keen focus on fintech; India and Southeast Asia As the fastest growing region in the world, we have a multi-decade opportunity to invest in and build with the region’s best founders. ”
Mr Ravi’s appointment is the fourth new hire to Flourish’s global investment team so far this year and follows news that the firm has secured new commitments. $350 million At the end of last year, the total amount of patient capital under management was $850 million. Flourish is doubling down on fintech investments in the U.S. and across the country Africa, Asia and latin america To build a fairer financial system.
About Flourish
Flourish is a global venture capital firm dedicated to investing in mission-driven fintech entrepreneurs and industry influencers working towards a just financial system.and $850 million In managed patient capital, our global portfolio of early-stage companies includes leading fintech companies ApnaKlub, Brick, Chime, Fair Money, GrabFinancial, Indifi, Kin Insurance, M2P, Qoala, ShopUp, and more. Includes high growth companies. Flourish brings together a network of policy innovators, pioneers, and industry experts to influence and create systemic change. https://florishventures.com/.
SOURCE Flourish Ventures Services
