OUR CORE TEAM
Mr. Naman Damijha
Fund Manager
Mr. Naman Dhamija is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Stanford University, as well as an MBA in Finance from ICFAI University. Before joining GHL India, Mr. Dhamija served as a Fund Manager at Cogniphy AIF, a SEBI-registered Category-I Angel Fund, where he focused on early-stage startups with high growth potential. His responsibilities included developing investment strategies, conducting thorough due diligence, and assessing risks, with key investments in companies such as CoRover, Proxgy, and SupplyNote.
As the founder of NPNG Wealth Advisers LLP, he managed ₹750 Cr in offshore advisory assets and ₹20 Cr in mutual funds and PMS distribution, demonstrating his capability in negotiating with AMCs, conducting extensive research, and securing private equity deals.
During his tenure at Alchemy Capital Management, Mr. Dhamija played a pivotal role as Sr. Manager - Products and Investment. At Alchemy he established the wealth management business, developed and executed investment strategies, and managed ₹7500 Cr AUM, collaborating with top-tier financial institutions like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs. During his tenure, he had the privilege of working alongside renowned industry figures such as the late legendary investor Mr. Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, Hiren Ved, Lashith Sanghvi, and Ashwin Kedia.
Mr. Dhamija's expertise spans mutual funds, PMS, equity, fixed income, and structured financial products, with significant skills in asset allocation, risk mapping, and financial planning. His experience in personal start-up investments includes notable exits in Chaayos and Furlenco, with current holdings in Nirvaana, The Nutt Job, Jade Forest, and Stancebeam, showcasing his ability to identify and capitalize on emerging market opportunities.
Mr. Naman Damijha
Fund Manager
Mr. Prabu Kumar
Investment Committee Member
Mr. Prabhu Kumar holds a degree in Civil Engineering and a postgraduate degree in Structural Engineering from the College of Engineering, Guindy, Anna University. He began his career as a lecturer and has risen to the position of Assistant Professor.
Early in his career, Mr. Prabhu Kumar had opportunities to join BARC Mumbai/Nuclear Power Corporation, NLC, Coal India, and TNEB. His teaching, research, and consulting career spans over 35 years, during which he has taught various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Materials, Methods, Quantitative Methods, Project Management, and Computer Applications, as well as supervised numerous thesis projects.
Mr. Kumar has managed the Structural and Construction Engineering Laboratories for more than 30 years. His research areas include materials development, prototype modeling, earthquake engineering, high-temperature studies, composites, concrete, steel, low-cost housing, advanced construction methods, planning, scheduling tools, risk modeling, simulations, and quality assurance.
In addition to his academic roles, Mr. Kumar has provided consulting services to government bodies, public sector entities, and private companies. His consultancy work spans structural designs, detailed engineering, project services, testing, investigations, and consulting. He has been involved in projects including buildings, high-rise towers, commercial IT buildings, bridges, PT systems, roads, pavements, soil and foundations, sewerage works, water supply systems, and industrial plants.
Mr. Kumar has received pre-qualification and executed construction projects with major corporations such as Hyundai Engineering and Samsung. He was involved in QA/QC work for the TIDEL Park Foundation as early as 1991 for CRN Architects and Engineering Company
Mr. Prabu Kumar
Investment Committee Member
Mr. Arun Justin Robert
Business Development
Mr. Arun Justin Robert joins us as the Business Development Director, bringing over 18 years of experience as a Techno-Preneur. With a track record of successfully exiting multiple startups, Arun has honed his skills in negotiation, delivering data-driven solutions, and identifying high-potential ventures poised to become the next unicorns. Arun's extensive experience in the startup ecosystem has equipped him with a deep understanding of market dynamics and investor expectations. His ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders, will be instrumental in raising investment for our venture capital firm. Known for his exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, Arun is adept at crafting compelling investment narratives and presenting them effectively to potential investors. His strategic approach to business development and keen eye for promising startups will drive our efforts to secure funding and support the growth of innovative ventures. Arun is excited to leverage his expertise to contribute to our firm's success, foster innovation, and explore new opportunities in the startup ecosystem. He looks forward to engaging with our partners and stakeholders to achieve our ambitious goals.
Mr. Arun Justin Robert
Business Development
Mr. P. Haris Kumar
General Partner
Mr. Harishkumar Prakash holds a Bachelor's degree from Madurai Kamaraj University and a Master's degree from Annamalai University. He began his career at Origin IT & Facility Solutions Pvt Ltd in Chennai as a Technical Assistant, managing accounts receivables, stock audits, MIS, and procurement logistics for the Software Technology Park of India Chennai. He then served as Assistant Manager – Account & Finance at Eastern Express Exports Pvt Ltd in Chennai, where he handled export and domestic accounts, VAT filing, stock maintenance, production planning, and MIS, and successfully obtained a customs rebate refund. Later, Mr. Harish joined Kannan Associates, a Practicing Chartered Accountancy firm, where he was involved in auditing, tax filing, company and trust registration, and project report preparation.
In May 2013, he started his own consulting firm providing services in book keeping, VAT filing, Central Excise, Service Tax, Project Reports, Income Tax filing, internal and bank auditing, Company, Firm, and Trust registration, Charitable Trust income tax exemption, loan syndication, and Insurance. He developed financial models for a cinema production company, conducted forensic audits, and performed audits according to IFRS for foreign Companies. His notable fundraising projects include pitching investment proposals ranging from 10 crore to 300 crore for ventures such as a sport city project in Bangalore, a chain coffee shop in Chennai, and a logistics project in Mumbai, successfully securing investments up to 300 crore for agricultural farming and trading projects.
Currently, Mr. Harishkumar is the Managing Director of SHR Professional Services Pvt Ltd. He will contribute to our AIF by preparing and pitching project reports to investors, as well as handling fund-raising and fund accounting.
Mr. P. Harish Kumar
General Partner
Mr. N. Padmanabhan
General Partner
Mr. Padmanabhan Narayanan graduated from Guru Nanak College, affiliated with Madras University. His career began in business development roles at Konica Color Lab. He then served as a Media Research Executive at Auriga Solution, associated with Dun & Bradstreet. Following this, he worked as an Accountant at Blacklagoon Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a business partner with NIIT Limited, handling diverse accounting functions. Later, he joined Career Tree HR Solutions Pvt. Ltd. as a Manager – Finance & Accounts
During his tenure, he managed the accounting department, prepared MIS reports, processed payroll, ensured statutory compliance, and developed strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Notably, he successfully recovered several long-pending income tax refunds for the company. Subsequently, he became an Accounting & Tax Consultant, providing services to various industries, including manufacturing, trading, and service sectors.
Mr. N. Padmanabhan
General Partner
CORE VALUE
At GHL India Ventures, our core value is rooted in a holistic approach that encompasses a strategic investment strategy, meticulous risk management, unwavering transparency, robust investor protection, and steadfast ethics. Our investment strategy is designed to identify and nurture high-potential STARTUPS across diverse sectors, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and a comprehensive network of resources to drive their success.
Rigorous risk management is at the forefront of our operations, involving thorough due diligence and advanced analytical tools to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges. Our commitment to ethics underpins all our activities, driving us to uphold the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and social responsibility. By fostering an environment where groundbreaking technologies and disruptive business models can thrive, GHL India Ventures aims to drive positive change and generate sustainable growth for our portfolio companies and to our esteemed investors.
TRUSTED PARTNERSHIP
Orbis is a trusted partner for GHL India Ventures, providing trusteeship services, custodian functions, and acting as Registrar and Transfer Agent. With 20 years of experience in the field and as a SEBI-registered trustee, Orbis ensures the secure, transparent and efficient management of our portfolio assets, enabling us to focus on our core mission.
With Orbis handling these critical functions, we benefit from their commitment to excellence, transparency, and reliability, which aligns seamlessly with our values of investor protection and ethical integrity. Our partnership enhances our operational efficiency and strengthens our ability to deliver sustainable growth and positive change through our efficient portfolio management.
