Feb 18; Mumbai

Key Trends in PE-VC Transactions Discussed at APEX'25 Summit

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EVENT PROCEEDINGS

The days proceedings started with The LP-GP Interface panel which focused on the evolving market for PE-VC exits & geo-political developments.

The panel brought together leading Limited Partners (LPs) and General Partners (GPs) to discuss the shifting landscape of private equity and venture capital exits. Key topics included the impact of geopolitical developments on investment strategies, emerging exit opportunities, and the evolving dynamics between investors and fund managers in the current market environment.

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The LP-GP panel was followed by the The Venture Capital View panel which focused on the key trends in the Early Stage investing segment as well VC fund domiciling and related issues .

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The next panel, titled The Private Equity Perspective, discussed aspects related to Fund Raising, Investment & Exits environment, as well as portfolio management.

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The APEX'25 Summit was followed by APEX'25 PE-VC Awards segment presented by TH Global Capital and Co-Presented by Brand Capital.

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This segment featured a discussion between Sridhar Venkiteswaran, CEO, Avalon Consulting and Atul Raheja, Chairman and Founder of Lifelong Group & GP, Sporos on the topic Startup Turnaround: The GoMechanic Case Study

The session explored the challenges faced by GoMechanic, the strategic decisions that led to its turnaround, and key lessons for entrepreneurs navigating financial and operational setbacks. The discussion provided insights into restructuring, investor expectations, and sustainable growth strategies.

The APEX Awards segment also saw a Fireside Chat with Vishal Mahajan, Director, Brand Capital.

The session provided deep insights into investment strategies, the role of branding in scaling startups, and how businesses can leverage media capital for accelerated growth. Vishal Mahajan shared his experiences in funding disruptive businesses and fostering innovation through strategic partnerships.

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APEX'25 PE-VC Awards

The Venture Intelligence-Awards for Private Equity Excellence (APEX) is dedicated to celebrating the best that the Indian Private Equity & Venture Capital industry has to offer. The APEX Awardees are selected based on both Self Nomination by the participating PE-VC firms as well as "crowd-sourced" nominations and voting from the Limited Partner, PE-VC and advisory communities. (The main criteria are Exit Track Record, New Fund Raises & Follow-on Funding Rounds for Portfolio Companies).

The awards this year received participation from over 5,000 professionals from across the PE-VC ecosystem and recognized awardees across 6 categories.

  • Tata Capital Growth Fund received the MidMarket PE Investor of the Year 2024
  • Kedaara Capital received the PE Fund Raise of the Year 2024
  • Blackstone received the Private Equity Fund of the Year 2024
  • Stride Ventures received the Venture Debt Investor of the Year 2024
  • Blume Ventures received the Early Stage Investor of the Year 2024
  • Norwest India received the Growth Capital VC of the Year 2024

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We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their invaluable support in making this event a success.

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