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Shruti Gandhi

Shruti Gandhi


Professional Overview


Shruti Gandhi is a seasoned venture capitalist and founding engineer with a strong track record of identifying and investing in transformative technology startups. As the General Partner and Founding Engineer at Array Ventures, she leverages her technical expertise and entrepreneurial mindset to support innovative companies disrupting their respective industries.

Experience Summary


Current Roles


General Partner & Founding Engineer, Array Ventures (2016-Present)
  • Oversees the strategic direction and investment portfolio of Array Ventures, a leading early-stage venture capital firm

  • Leverages her technical background and industry insights to source, evaluate, and invest in promising startups across a range of sectors, including enterprise software, fintech, and AI

  • Actively mentors and supports portfolio companies, providing hands-on guidance to help them navigate growth challenges and achieve their strategic objectives


Commissioner, San Francisco Employees' Retirement System (SFERS) (2021-Present)
  • Serves on the board of SFERS, overseeing the management and investment of the city's pension fund assets

  • Contributes her expertise in venture capital and technology to inform the fund's investment decisions and strategies


Advisor, Bullpen Capital (2014-Present)
  • Provides strategic counsel and mentorship to Bullpen Capital, a prominent early-stage venture capital firm, on its Fund II and Fund III investment portfolios


Past Experience


Board Observer & Investor, CasaOne (2018-2021)
  • Served as a board observer and investor, supporting the growth and development of CasaOne, a leading furniture rental and design platform


Academic Background


Shruti Gandhi holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where she was the recipient of the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award.

Areas of Expertise


  • Venture capital and early-stage investing

  • Enterprise software and technology infrastructure

  • Fintech and financial services innovation

  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning

  • Entrepreneurship and startup growth strategies

  • Portfolio management and investment decision-making


Professional Impact


  • Played a pivotal role in the growth and success of numerous innovative startups through her strategic investments and hands-on mentorship

  • Recognized as a leading voice in the venture capital community, contributing her expertise to industry events, publications, and advisory roles

  • Actively shapes the investment strategies and portfolio management of leading venture capital firms and pension funds


Conclusion


With her exceptional technical expertise, entrepreneurial acumen, and proven track record in venture capital, Shruti Gandhi is a prominent figure in the technology and investment landscape. As she continues to drive the success of Array Ventures' portfolio and contribute to the broader industry, she remains dedicated to identifying and supporting the next generation of transformative startups.