Seasoned, on-the-ground investment and operating teams

Operations and Research Manager

Anisha Bhardwaj

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Anisha is involved in wealth management and client relations at Zephyr. Anisha graduated from New York University in 2024 with a B.A. in Economics and Journalism.

Investments and Portfolio Management BENGALURU, INDIA

Aman Soni

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Aman is part of the investment and research team at Zephyr Peacock, taking care of deal sourcing, diligence, and execution. Prior to joining Zephyr, Aman worked at a prominent Venture Capital Fund, where he served as an integral member of the Portfolio Management and Finance team, working with a diverse portfolio comprising over 30 enterprises. He also has prior experience with Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP. Aman is a qualified Chartered Accountant and holds an M.Com degree from the University of Mumbai.

Senior Advisor New York, USA

Andrea Geisser

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Andrea serves as a mentor to the India investment team. He has over 30 years of investing experience and was a senior partner with some of North America’s largest private equity firms. He was a founder and managing director of Fenway Partners (1994 to 2006), a US$1Bn+ buy-out firm. Prior to that he served as a senior partner with Butler Capital, another US$1Bn+ private equity fund. During this period, Andrea executed investments representing over US$1bn in capital across a variety of industries with a focus on retail and consumer products. He has worked for the family office of the Agnelli family and was a portfolio manager with Lazard Freres. Andrea holds a PMD from Harvard University and a Bachelors in Economics from Bocconi University (Milano).

James Raymond joined Zephyr Management in September of 2004 to run their Information Technology Department. Prior to joining Zephyr, Mr. Raymond worked as a Computer Consultant for Metrosoft, Inc. providing networking, security, Internet and office automation solutions to a wide range of installations. Mr. Raymond received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Rutgers University in June 1989.

Vice President, Marketing and ESG Bengaluru, India

Laldinpuii Ralte

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Laldinpuii (Din) is focused on marketing communications for Zephyr global funds and supports ESG activities. Prior to joining Zephyr, Din co-founded a business in the entertainment sector. She holds a Master’s degree in Management from the National University of Singapore and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, specializing in marketing, from Christ University.

Managing Director, Zephyr Acorn Nairobi, Kenya

Lorcan O Cathain

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Lorcan has over 15 years of experience in various leadership roles overseeing strategy development, operations management, financial oversight, and regulatory engagement in finance and governance. He is the former CEO and Co-Founder of Money Africa Group. Lorcan also served as Chief Operating Officer & Chief Commercial Officer at 4G Capital. He has previously worked with Rwandan Ministry of Trade, Industry & EAC Affairs, and GIZ. Lorcan holds an MSc in Political Economy of Late Development from London School of Economics and a BA (hons) International Relations from Dublin City University.

Administrative Assistant Bengaluru, India

Lokesh V

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Lokesh oversees the daily operations of the office, including managing and coordinating office resources, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a well-organized workspace. He provides high-level administrative support to executives or senior management. Lokesh is also involved in financial administration. He has been with Zephyr for over 10 years.

President & CIO New York, USA and Bengaluru, India

Mukul Gulati

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Mukul Gulati is the President and Chief Investment Officer of Zephyr Management, L.P. Mukul has over 20 years of experience in the investment business including private equity, investment research and general management. Previously, Mukul worked at Multex where he was involved in setting up and managing the firm’s quantitative equity research business. Mukul is a member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO). Mukul has an MBA from Columbia University Graduate School of Business and is a cum laude graduate from the University of Maryland with a degree in Economics.

Vice President, Accounts and Finance Bengaluru, India

Nikhil Sultania

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Nikhil leads Accounting, Finance and Investor Reporting for Zephyr Peacock and Emerald Funds. Prior to joining Zephyr, Nikhil worked with S.R Batliboi & Associates LLP (a member firm of EY) providing assurance services to the corporates. Nikhil is a Qualified Chartered Accountant.

Administrative Executive Bengaluru, India

Nisha Biju

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Nisha handles administrative, finance and corporate compliance functions for Zephyr’s Bangalore office. She is also actively involved in client services for the Zephyr Peacock’s domestic fund. She has over 15 years of experience in the office management, administration and secretarial works. Prior to joining Zephyr, Nisha worked at Infosys BPO as Executive Assistant to the Executive Council Board members. She holds a diploma in Secretarial Practice and Office Administration.

Associate, Investments and Research Bengaluru, India

Om Pawaskar

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Om is involved in investment research, deal sourcing, diligence, and execution at Zephyr. He has prior experience with Grant Thornton and WorldQuant. Om graduated from Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee in 2022.

M.D., Research and Investments Bengaluru, India

Pankaj Raina

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Pankaj oversees Zephyr Peacock’s investment and research program. He has over a decade of experience in the private equity and investment banking industries. Prior to Zephyr, he worked as an Investment Manager at CapAleph Advisors where he focused on identifying and executing early stage buyouts in the consumer segment. He has also worked with Intellecap (part of the Aavishkaar-Intellecap Group) where he was responsible for identifying and executing investments in small and medium enterprises in the financial services, agri, food, and social infrastructure sectors. He holds a Masters in Finance from the London Business School and an MBA from IBS, Hyderabad.

Marketing Communications Analyst Bengaluru, India

Parth Shukla

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Parth supports marketing communications for Zephyr Peacock. Prior to joining Zephyr, Parth has experience in public relations and journalism. He holds a post-graduate diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from Xavier Institute of Communication and a bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from National Law University Odisha.

Vice President, Portfolio Operations Bengaluru, India

Rahul Gupta

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Rahul oversees development and implementation of growth strategies at Zephyr. Prior to joining Zephyr, Rahul worked at Udaan Capital where he led credit operations. He also has prior experience with Reliance Nippon Life Insurance and ICICI Prudential. Rahul co-founded a business in the tourism sector. He holds an MBA in Marketing and Management from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.

Compliance Manager New York, USA

Regina Beechert

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Regina leads Zephyr in matters relating to regulatory compliance. Regina holds a J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law and a B.S. in chemistry from the College of New Rochelle. Regina is experienced in litigation, intellectual property law and telecommunications law.

Managing Director New York, USA

Stephen E. Canter

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Stephen is Managing Director for Zephyr Management, L.P. He is responsible for the overall general management of the firm’s finance, legal, marketing and client service functions. He is also Senior Advisor to Zephyr Peacock PE funds in India. Prior to joining Zephyr, he served as Chairman and CEO of The Dreyfus Corporation and as a Vice Chairman of Mellon Financial Corporation. He also served as CEO of Kleinwort Benson Investment Management Americas, Mitchell Hutchins Institutional Investments and Chase Investors Management Corp. Stephen has an AB from Cornell University and an MBA from Columbia University Graduate School of Business. He is a member of the CFA Institute, New York Society of Security Analysts, Economic Club of New York and is a Trustee of Tuskegee University. Formerly, Stephen served on the Board of Governors for the Investment Company Institute and was a member of the Financial Services Roundtable.

Associate, Finance BENGALURU, INDIA

Sunit Kumar S

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Sunit focuses on accounting, finance and investor reporting at Zephyr Peacock. Before joining Zephyr, Sunit worked as a consultant at Grant Thornton Bharat LLP. He previously worked with SRB & Associates and MKPS & Associates.

Senior Associate, Finance BENGALURU, INDIA

Sushmitha C

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Sushmitha is engaged in the management of accounting, finance, and investor reporting for Zephyr Peacock and Emerald Funds. Prior to joining Zephyr, Sushmitha worked with Ernst & Young LLP providing tax consultancy services and Educational Initiatives Private Limited providing Taxes and compliance services. Sushmitha is a Qualified Chartered Accountant.

Analyst, Research and Investments Bengaluru, India

Suman Kumari

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Suman is involved in investment research, deal sourcing, diligence, and execution at Zephyr. She has prior experience with L.E.K. Consulting and Apollo 24/7. She graduated from IIT Kharagpur with a major in Economics in 2023.

Thomas (Tom) is the Chairman of Zephyr Management, L.P. (Zephyr). Tom founded Zephyr in 1994 to support businesses in emerging markets. Prior to founding Zephyr, Tom was President and CEO of Rockefeller & Co., the investment management arm of the Rockefeller family. Previously, Tom was employed by T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. where he was President of Rowe Price New Horizons Fund and Director of Research. Tom has an MBA from Harvard Business School and an undergraduate degree from Yale University where he majored in Latin American Studies. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst. Tom is also a Director or Trustee for several not for profit institutions.

Portfolio Manager and Director of Research New York, USA

Tim Horsburgh

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Tim Horsburgh is the portfolio manager and director of research for the Zephyr Waterfield Wealth and Investment Management business. Tim has over 10 years of experience in investments with experience in mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, investment research, and portfolio strategy. Previously, Tim worked at Invesco, an approximately $1.2 trillion AUM asset manager, as an investment strategist. He has a BA in Economics and Government from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Tim is a CFA charter holder and is a member of the CFA Society of New York.

Head of Client Services New York, USA

Tina Keriazes

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Tina Keriazes is the Head of Client Services at Zephyr Management. Prior to joining Zephyr, Ms. Keriazes served as a securities and financial analyst within Rockefeller & Co., Inc., a firm that provides financial counsel and investment management to members of the Rockefeller family, other high net worth families, and charitable institutions. Ms. Keriazes received an MM from the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management in 1991, a B.A. from Barnard College in 1986 and is a CFA charter holder.