Apoorv Karmakar

Developed institutional VCPE toolkit and advised governments on $350 million in venture capital fund structures, creating standardized financial modeling, due diligence, and portfolio management frameworks. Designed a $500 million partial credit guarantee fund for Indonesia, analyzing incentive structures to drive SME demand for green transition financing, estimating market demand for green techno

Developed proprietary technology readiness frameworks and led investment selection for 100+ innovative tech startups, identifying high-impact AI, blockchain, and climate tech ventures. Architected strategic vision and innovation pipeline for the Venture Fund, designing frameworks for evaluating frontier technologies based on portfolio performance analysis, emerging innovation trends, and evolving

Secured $3 million in capital commitments from institutional investors within 60 days, achieving 30% of initial fundraising target through strategic pitch development and investor relationship management. Managed complete investment lifecycle from sourcing to exit for 15+ startups, conducting rigorous financial due diligence that maintained portfolio IRR of 22% through market volatility while mini

Developed and executed investment thesis across sustainability, financial inclusion, and healthy living sectors, leading due diligence processes, investment committee presentations, and portfolio selection for 40+ early-stage ventures. Structured and executed fundraising strategy for multi-million Donor-Advised Fund, designing liquidity planning frameworks that balanced capital deployment with ris

Founded and scaled legal practice from startup to 10-person firm, developing business strategy, client acquisition frameworks, and operational systems that generated INR 3 million annual revenue. Led complex venture capital and private equity transactions, structuring deals including Chennai Metro Rail project finance ($780 million), conducting comprehensive due diligence, drafting investment agre

Managed comprehensive transfer pricing advisory practice for 17 multinational clients ($2.5 million portfolio), conducting cross-border transaction structuring, permanent establishment risk assessments, and regulatory compliance frameworks. Led transfer pricing dispute resolution and international tax optimization initiatives, representing clients before tax authorities in complex audit proceeding

Completed a Master of Arts degree with a focus on International Business and Finance. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of global financial markets and business strategies.

Obtained a dual Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws degree. This program provided a strong foundation in legal principles and their application in various contexts.

Participated in the competitive Climate Fellowship, Cohort 7, for climate professionals. This fellowship enhanced expertise in climate-related initiatives and strategies.