AG Ventures

AG Ventures is an Indian investment firm operating as a family office, established in 2022 by the father-son duo Arvind and Akshat Goenka. The firm is dedicated to accelerating the growth of visionary entrepreneurs within the dynamic Indian consumer markets and disruptive sectors. They engage in direct investments across Seed, Series A, and later stages, and also act as Limited Partners (LPs) in various prominent Private Equity and Venture Capital funds. With a capital under management of $25 million, AG Ventures aims to foster long-term brand development and sustainable growth for its portfolio companies.

The genesis of AG Ventures stems from Arvind and Akshat Goenka's foresight into the burgeoning new-age companies driving the Indian economy. Their initial foray into startup funding during the Covid pandemic quickly expanded, leading to the formal creation of AG Ventures as a platform to provide both capital and their extensive operational and business expertise. The firm is built upon a rich family legacy of trust and entrepreneurial spirit, with the Goenka family's business history tracing back to the 1800s, encompassing diverse industries over generations.

AG Ventures boasts a diverse portfolio of over 40 startups, including notable names such as SpaceX, AgniKul Cosmos, ShareChat (a unicorn), Canva, Blue Tokai Coffee, Bira 91, and mCaffeine. Their investments span a wide array of sectors including consumer goods, technology, healthcare, and financial services. The firm's strategic approach involves not only providing funding but also offering strategic support, networking opportunities, and assistance in securing further capital to help innovative companies transform and scale.

The leadership team, comprising Arvind Goenka and Akshat Goenka, brings significant industry experience. Arvind Goenka is recognized for his leadership in transforming Oriental Carbon & Chemicals Ltd (OCCL) into a global supplier. Akshat Goenka joined the family business in 2010, contributing to its continued growth. Their combined expertise across various industries enables AG Ventures to provide invaluable guidance and mentorship to young founders and more mature companies alike, fostering a collaborative environment for growth and value creation.