I now invest 100% via Inuka Capital. With very few exceptions, all my on-thesis investment activity is routed through the fund. If you’re a founder who thinks I can support you, reach out at [email protected].
That said, I’ve received feedback that this page has been useful to founders and angels, so I’m leaving it active.
Before Inuka, I spent about a decade as an operator-angel — investing small cheques out of my own pocket, mostly in Indian startups, alongside my day jobs at Quora, On Deck, and Skillshare.
Track Record
I started angel investing in 2010, took a break from 2014–2017.
2010–2014 cohort: Exotel, Hotelogix, Navya Network, Bevi — 2 exits returning >1x, 2 more targeting 8–10x total invested capital.
2018+ syndicates: Yulu, nPlex, Arpeggio Biosciences, SwayPay, Blue Tokai
2018+ direct: Animall, OSlash, Equi, ION Energy, On Deck, AbstractOps, Airtribe, Fincent, Glip
What I Looked For
- Founder with deep domain understanding of the problem space, or the ability to learn and empathize quickly
- Building products for consumers, developers, or SMBs
- Early competitive advantage is product-led — virality, network effects, product-driven growth mechanics
I got most excited when I could help with product, go-to-market, and growth. I also loved companies where I could apply my skills to a new industry.
How I Added Value
Typical cheque: $5k–$10k ($100k via syndicate). I was invited for operator expertise, not cheque size.
Founders described me as:
- “Smart, thoughtful, nimble”
- “Fast and decisive”
- “Brutally honest with feedback”
- “Asks the right questions”
- “Very specific and data driven”
AngelList Syndicate
I ran a syndicate on AngelList to create leverage on a small cheque — making it worth the time I spent with founders. I levered up my reputation, deal flow, and diligence in exchange for capital.
For founders: A syndicate costs you nothing (the AngelList setup fee is distributed among backers). The main advantage is a clean cap table — one entity, one counterparty.
Common questions:
What is a syndicate? A private fund to make a single investment. Investors pool money into a single entity which invests in your company.
Should I open my round to a syndicate? Yes if: (1) you’re raising from many small angels and want a clean cap table, or (2) an angel you love can turn a $10k cheque into $100k with minimal effort from you.
Can multiple syndicates back me? Yes, but be mindful of LP overlap — seeing a deal from multiple sources can signal “everyone has access” which may reduce demand.
Get in Touch
Reach out at [email protected] or via LinkedIn.