Ajay Sheth

About Ajay Sheth

I am a seasoned Investment Banking professional with over 25 years of leadership in Primary Markets & Distribution. As the MD & Head of Primary Markets at Axis Capital Ltd.(formerly ENAM), I have been instrumental in executing IPOs, driving strategic initiatives that have firmly established our market dominance. Key highlights of our success include being the undisputed leader in IPO mobilization in the Retail & HNI category. I specialize in crafting fund raising strategies, forging strong industry partnerships, and navigating the evolving regulatory landscape to deliver exceptional outcomes for Issuers and Investors. I am passionate about integrating emerging technologies into Financial Services and driving innovation in our ecosystem. Managing Director – Head of Primary Markets Axis Capital Ltd.| April – Present (25 years)- Market Leadership & Innovation: Spearheaded strategic initiatives that solidified our market position- Retail & HNI Excellence: Established and maintained our status as the undisputed leader in IPO mobilization for the Retail & HNI segment- Consistent Track Record: Over a 32-year span, achieved the No.1 ranking 18 times and maintained top 3 rankings 29 times, underscoring a legacy of consistent market excellence- Strategic Partnerships: Developed robust alliances with Stock Exchanges, BRLMs, Syndicate Members, and Bidding Centers, optimizing operational efficiency and execution- Business Growth: Crafted and executed competitive market strategies that expanded geographic reach and diversified investor engagement, driving sustained growth- Team Leadership: Directed high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, agility, and operational excellence throughout the primary market landscape. Head - Database & Financial Analytics Capital Market Publishers India Pvt Ltd.| Sept. 1994 – March (5 years 7 months)- Led the Capitaline Database Team in sourcing, structuring & validating corporate financial data for one of India\'s premier capital market platforms- Streamlined data acquisition, audit, & analytics processes, enhancing the precision & reliability of market data- Implemented strategic database innovations that bolstered research capabilities and informed market insights. Proprietor | Chartered Accountant Ajay C. Sheth & Co.| Feb. 1987 – Sept. 1994 (7 years 8 months)- Delivered comprehensive Auditing & Tax Consulting Services to SMEs. Education Chartered Accountant (CA)| The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)| University of Bombay

Experience

1. Managing Director

   Axis Capital Ltd.

   Apr 2000 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Market Leadership & Innovation: Spearheaded strategic initiatives that solidified our market position.• Retail & HNI Excellence: Established and maintained our status as the undisputed leader in IPO mobilization for the Retail & HNI segment.• Consistent Track Record: Over a 32-year span, achieved the No.1 ranking 18 times and maintained top 3 rankings 29 times, underscoring a legacy of consistent market excellence.• Strategic Partnerships: Developed robust alliances with Stock Exchanges, BRLMs, Syndicate Members, and Bidding Centres, optimizing operational efficiency and execution.• Business Growth: Crafted and executed competitive market strategies that expanded geographic reach and diversified investor engagement, driving sustained growth.

Education

• Institute Of Chartered Accountants of India - ICAI

  CA

  1982 — 1986

• University of Mumbai

  B Com

  1979 — 1984

Skills

• Capital Markets
• Ipo
• Equities
• Portfolio Management
• Valuation
• Investments
• Corporate Finance
• Investment Banking
• Analysis
• Financial Markets
• Business Planning
• Finance