Shruti Chopade

About Shruti Chopade

I am a finance professional with 4+ years of experience across Private Equity advisory, Investment Banking- Fundraising, Corporate Finance, Business Finance and Audit, having worked with firms such as Foundershala Ventures, Akash Coating, Deutsche Bank, and EY.Currently leading Equity Finance engagements at Foundershala Ventures, I work closely with founders, SMEs, and growth-stage startups to drive fundraising, financial structuring, and investor alignment. I have advised 200+ companies across sectors, including AI, Tech, Healthcare, FMCG, Real Estate, Pharma, Logistics, and Consumer brands. My experience includes building robust financial models, valuation analysis, equity/debt structuring, and managing relationships with 100+ investors to strengthen deal conversions.Previously, at Deutsche Bank, I partnered with UK stakeholders and front office teams to manage P&L reporting, financial controls, and governance frameworks. My early career at EY and in audit roles built a strong foundation in risk-based audits, internal controls, financial reporting (IFRS/US GAAP), and regulatory compliance.I am passionate about working at the intersection of capital, strategy, and growth — helping businesses scale sustainably while delivering value to stakeholders.

Experience

1. Senior Partner

   Foundershala Ventures

   Jul 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Led private equity engagements for startups and SMEs, driving value creation- Advised multiple businesses on scalable growth and financial optimisation- Served as key liaison between founders and investors to strengthen fundraising outcomes- Managed relationships with 100+ investors across forums and deal networks- Delivered fundraising and operational advisory to 200+ companies across AI, Tech, Healthcare, B2B, RealEstate, Pharma, Media, Logistics, FMCG, and more- Built financial models, valuations, and pitch decks; structured optimal equity and debt deals- Conducted scenario and sensitivity analysis, improving forecast accuracy by 15–20%

Education

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  CA Intermediate, Accounting and Finance

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  CA Final, Accouting and Finance

• Wisdom High International School - India

  Secondary school examination

• B.Y.K. Sinnar College of Commerce - India

  Higher secondary certificate examination, Business/Commerce, General