Shreyas Kumar

Founder & CEO

Shreyas Kumar is a seasoned finance and operations executive with over 20 years of experience spanning diverse industries. As the Founder and CEO of Arthaveda LLP, he leverages his extensive expertise to drive strategic growth and operational excellence. Concurrently, Shreyas holds key leadership positions as the Group CFO & DTO at Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital and the Director of Investor Relations at Physis Capital, further showcasing his multifaceted capabilities.

Professional Experience

Current Roles

Founder & CEO, Arthaveda LLP (2024-02-01 to Present)

• Spearheaded the establishment of Arthaveda LLP, a strategic advisory and investment firm, and is responsible for setting the company's vision and driving its growth.

• Provides high-level strategic guidance and financial expertise to client organizations, helping them optimize operations and achieve sustainable growth.

• Actively manages a portfolio of angel investments, leveraging his keen business acumen to identify and support promising startups.

Group CFO & DTO, Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital (2024-02-01 to Present)

• Oversees the financial and operational aspects of the Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital group, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to financial best practices.

• Plays a pivotal role in driving the organization's digital transformation initiatives as the Digital Transformation Officer, enhancing process automation and data-driven decision-making.

Director of Investor Relations, Physis Capital (2024-05-01 to Present)

• Responsible for managing and strengthening the firm's relationships with institutional and individual investors, providing valuable insights and customized solutions.

• Leverages his deep understanding of financial markets and investment strategies to optimize the firm's portfolio performance and investor satisfaction.

Angel Investor, Inflection Point Ventures (2019-08-01 to Present)

• Actively evaluates and invests in early-stage startups, leveraging his extensive industry knowledge and expertise to identify high-potential ventures.

• Provides strategic guidance and mentorship to portfolio companies, contributing to their growth and success.

Previous Roles

Shreyas has held several senior finance and operations roles across diverse industries, including:

• Director and CFO - India & SAARC at ZEISS Group (2020-06-01 to 2024-01-01)

• Director and CFO at Stanley Black & Decker India Private Limited (2019-06-01 to 2020-06-01)

• Chief Financial and Operating Officer at Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG (2012-11-01 to 2016-02-01, 2017-04-01 to 2018-05-01)

• Director of Internal Audit at Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG (2016-02-01 to 2019-03-01)

• Head of Manufacturing and Head of Finance & IT at Rexam Healthcare, India (2007-04-01 to 2012-10-01)

• Faculty for students at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (2008-06-01 to 2012-11-01)

• Senior Tax Consultant at KPMG Bangalore, India (2005-09-01 to 2005-12-01)

• Financial Planning Analyst at GE Consumer & Industrial (2004-05-01 to 2005-09-01)

• Audit Assistant at Ford, Rhodes, Parks & Co. (2001-09-01 to 2003-10-01)

Education

Shreyas holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Bangalore University and is a Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

Areas of Expertise

• Financial Management and Reporting

• Strategic Planning and Business Transformation

• Operational Excellence and Process Optimization

• Investor Relations and Portfolio Management

• Digital Transformation and Technology Integration

• Leadership and Talent Development

Professional Impact

Throughout his career, Shreyas has demonstrated a track record of driving operational efficiencies, enhancing financial performance, and spearheading strategic initiatives. His contributions have been recognized through various industry accolades, including the "CFO of the Year" award from the ICAI and the "