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Experienced Deeptech Venture Leader
VP Product | General Partner | Innovation & Ecosystem Builder
Europe, EMEA
Description
This executive is a technology and venture specialist with over 15 years of experience accelerating product innovation, venture investments, and ecosystem growth across multiple continents. They excel at bridging technology, business, and creative disciplines to scale deeptech, cybersecurity, dual-use defence, and telecom ventures globally. Known for strategic foresight combined with steadfast execution, this leader has launched pioneering products, led multinational innovation initiatives, and advised hundreds of startups. They thrive at the nexus of emerging technologies, corporate innovation, and startup acceleration.
Key Roles
- •Held leadership roles in Europe’s largest dual-use cybersecurity and defence AI venture fund, contributing to a portfolio of over 50 investments and 400+ companies globally
- •Co-founded and led Europe’s first accelerator program dedicated to cybersecurity and defence AI with major global corporate partners
- •Currently leads fractional product strategy and operations for deeptech startups, guiding product-market fit and innovative growth strategies
- •Senior innovation expert at a global semiconductor firm, scouting and validating next-generation connectivity technologies across multiple regions
- •Directed product innovation at a leading telecom operator’s startup focused on edge computing and virtualized 5G technologies, delivering significant operational improvements
Education
- •MBA with focus on creative thinking, blue ocean strategy, and general management from a top-tier international business school
- •Executive education certificate in innovation design from a leading global business school
- •Master’s degree in digital and wireless communication engineering from a major UK university
- •Bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering from a prominent Indian university
Focus Areas
Product InnovationVenture Capital & Fund ManagementDeeptech & CybersecurityCorporate & Startup Ecosystem BuildingStrategic PartnershipsGo-to-Market StrategyBlue Ocean StrategyCross-functional Leadership
Industries
DeeptechCybersecurityTelecommunicationsDefenceVenture CapitalSaaSFintech
Geographical Coverage
EuropeEMEANorth AmericaAsia Pacific
Stage
Early StageScale-upGrowthCorporate Innovation
Personal Interests
Global TravelCorporate Happiness ResearchSalsa DancingCreative ThinkingDesign Innovation
Certifications
Certified Trainer in Machine Learning by a global technology leaderBlue Ocean Strategy Certification from a premier international business school
Meet Me
I’m passionate about turning bold ideas into market-leading products and cultivating vibrant innovation ecosystems worldwide. Combining deeptech expertise, venture leadership, and corporate innovation experience, I tackle complex challenges that require creativity, technology, and strategic insight. I enjoy connecting with visionary entrepreneurs and teams ready to shape the future with groundbreaking solutions.
Personas
Venture Catalyst
- •General Partner at a leading European dual-use cybersecurity and defence AI venture fund with a global portfolio
- •Advises startup founders on product-market fit, fundraising, go-to-market, and scaling strategies
- •Drives ecosystem development by connecting startups, corporates, governments, and investors
Superpowers
Superpowers not available
Sweet Spot
Maximizes impact at the convergence of venture leadership, product innovation, and ecosystem orchestration—especially in deeptech domains like cybersecurity, defence, and telecommunications. Skilled at uniting diverse stakeholders and turning nascent technologies into market-leading offerings, ideal for roles needing strategic vision paired with hands-on delivery.
Functional Skills
Venture Capital & Investment Management
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Fund Management & Modelling- Oversees venture funds with focus on due diligence, portfolio governance, exit planning, and financial modelling.
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Startup Scouting & Deal Flow- Utilizes a global network to identify and invest in promising deeptech, cybersecurity, and SaaS startups.
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Investor Relations & Partnerships- Builds strategic alliances and ecosystem partnerships to enhance market access and growth for portfolio companies.
Product & Innovation Leadership
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Product Development & Go-to-Market- Leads cross-functional teams delivering cutting-edge technologies in edge computing, 5G, and virtualized network services.
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Corporate Innovation Programs- Designs and facilitates innovation frameworks to foster creativity and entrepreneurial culture within established enterprises.
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Cross-functional Team Leadership- Builds and scales diverse, multidisciplinary teams to enhance speed, collaboration, and impact.
Strategic Advisory & Thought Leadership
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Blue Ocean Strategy & Creative Thinking- Certified practitioner facilitating breakthrough ideation and new market creation processes.
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Executive Education & Mentoring- Co-facilitates innovation and design thinking courses for senior executives; mentors over 200 startups.
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High-Stakes Negotiation- Leads multi-million dollar partnership and technology collaboration negotiations with global technology companies.
User Manual
Thrives at the intersection of innovation, technology, and venture formation. Values clear purpose, collaborative energy, and rapid experimentation. Best engaged in diverse, ambitious teams focused on long-term impact. Fosters transparent, trustful environments rooted in intellectual curiosity and creative problem-solving.
Education
- •MBA with focus on creative thinking, blue ocean strategy, and general management from a top-tier international business school
- •Executive education certificate in innovation design from a leading global business school
- •Master’s degree in digital and wireless communication engineering from a major UK university
- •Bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering from a prominent Indian university
Focus Areas
Product InnovationVenture Capital & Fund ManagementDeeptech & CybersecurityCorporate & Startup Ecosystem BuildingStrategic PartnershipsGo-to-Market StrategyBlue Ocean StrategyCross-functional Leadership
Industries
DeeptechCybersecurityTelecommunicationsDefenceVenture CapitalSaaSFintech
Geographical Coverage
EuropeEMEANorth AmericaAsia Pacific
Stage
Early StageScale-upGrowthCorporate Innovation
Personal Interests
Global TravelCorporate Happiness ResearchSalsa DancingCreative ThinkingDesign Innovation
Certifications
Certified Trainer in Machine Learning by a global technology leaderBlue Ocean Strategy Certification from a premier international business school