Azhar Yakkundi
Business Strategy, Investment Manager, Startup Advisor
Years of Experience:
Clients / Startups Supported:
8+
40+
Professional Summary
Azhar Yakkundi is an investment professional with 8+ years of experience in venture capital, startup incubation, and financial consulting. Currently Senior Associate at Arali Ventures, he manages investments across Industrial automation & robotics, SME-Tech, and B2B marketplaces, while actively supporting portfolio founders with strategy, fundraising, and financial planning. Previously at Deshpande Startups, he incubated 100+ startups, mentoring early-stage founders from Tier-2/3 ecosystems. His expertise spans venture investing, startup fundraising, financial modeling, and ecosystem building.
Key Achievements
Supported 7 startups Investment at the fund, Deploying ₹100 Cr+ cumulative
Designed accelerator programs for 3 incubators (Math foundation, Deshpande Startups, HeadStart)
Frequent speaker at startup events and university panels
Regular mentor to early-stage founders on fundraising & financial discipline
Areas of Specialization
Venture Capital, Startup Fundraising, Implementing & Managing Compensation & Benefit Plans , Design & delivery of Behavioral & Sales Trainings
Education & Qualifications
B-Tech, VTU (2018)
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