Building Startup Ecosystem @ IVY Growth Associates | Venture Capital
India & UAE | Incubation to Funding Seed - Series A Startups
Pre-IPO Deals | TiE | IVCA | LBS | 21BY72 Surat Startup Summit Season 4
At just 26, Rachit Poddar has already made his mark as a second-generation entrepreneur, bringing fresh energy and a global vision to the family-owned Rachit Group, a textile empire based in Surat. While Rachit Group continues to lead in the manufacture of high-quality fabrics and designer ethnic wear for women—catering to top brands like Manyavar and Kalki Fashion—Rachit is far from just sticking to tradition. He’s on a mission to build a full-stack global startup ecosystem, taking ventures from incorporation to funding with a focus on equity and debt. As the Co-Founder of IVY Growth Associates, Rachit is part of a dynamic network of over 300 angel investors with investments in more than 65 startups, including exciting names like Zypp and Blusmart. But his influence doesn’t stop there. Rachit also serves as Director at MI Capital, a boutique investment banking firm in Dubai, and as Co-Founder of Funding Possibilities, a fintech platform that is shaping the future of equity, debt, and M&A deals alongside six other top-level executives.
His journey doesn't end with just one or two roles. As a Partner at JB Ventures and Nine Spar Partners, he plays a key role in micro funds that have backed more than 40 startups, including ReshaMandi and Vedantu. Rachit’s family office, with investments in over 20 companies like 9Unicorns and Sapio Analytics, further amplifies his impact in the startup world, contributing to a portfolio of over 100 investments and a $5 million AUM.
Rachit’s leadership extends to the grand stage, where he co-hosted the “21 by 72” startup summit in Surat, one of India’s largest, drawing a crowd of over 8,000 people. His global mindset is evident in the numerous micro-events he’s helped organize in cities like Mumbai, Dubai, and London. As a member of prestigious organizations like TiE, IoD London, and Dubai Young Professionals, Rachit’s influence is recognized on an international level. Awards such as the Times 40 Under 40 and Entrepreneurs Today 30 Under 30 only solidify his reputation as a trailblazer.
His academic credentials are as impressive as his professional achievements, with a Master’s in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Enterprise Development from the University of Westminster, and further education from institutions like the London Business School, IIM-A, and Oxford.
When he's not navigating the complex world of startups and investments, Rachit is a passionate traveler, having explored over 30 countries and 100 cities, with skydiving and scuba diving among his many adventures.
Rachit Poddar isn’t just building companies—he’s building the future, one innovative venture at a time.
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