As Flourish’s leading investor in India, Harsh’s approach to partnering with mission-driven founders is influenced by his belief that financial inclusion enables individuals with diverse backgrounds to be at a level playing field. Harsh actively works with his portfolio companies - including such rising fintechs as ApnaKlub, Aquaconnect, M2P, Mapan, among others - offering strategic advice and introductions to his trusted network and actively sources investment opportunities across the region. A sought-after speaker, Harsh regularly contributes to discussions on climate tech, embedded finance, vertical Saas, among other industry topics.
Prior to joining Flourish as an Associate, Harsh spent four and a half years working in the venture debt industry, first with InnoVen Capital (formerly known as Silicon Valley Bank, India) and subsequently with Alteria Capital. Prior to his venture debt stint, Harsh worked at Vodafone India serving roles in rural business development, supply chain and finance.
Harsh is a Chartered Accountant (ICAI) by qualification and received a Bachelors in Commerce degree with Distinction from N.M College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai University.