With a track record of spearheading successful equity fund raises and leading financial strategy, my focus at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has been on driving growth and fostering investor confidence. Our team's efforts culminated in a remarkable post-pandemic turnaround, evidenced by a long-term CARE rating upgrade, highlighting our resilience and strategic agility. Not only did I played pivotal role in two successful rounds of Equity fund raise by Ujjivan SFB (IPO of Rs1000cr in 2019 and QIP of Rs475cr in 2022), but also during the turnaround of the Bank post-covid.My role encompasses a blend of financial planning, crafting investor relations narratives, and steering business planning efforts. By leveraging my strong communication skills, I facilitate meaningful dialogues with diverse stakeholder groups, ensuring transparency and alignment with our organizational vision. My expertise lies in synthesizing complex financial data into actionable insights that support company's long-term objectives.Thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments, I am lauded by peers, subordinates, and senior leadership for my tenacity and a collaborative approach. As a strategic financial leader, I am dedicated to leveraging my acumen to fuel innovation and drive growth, always striving for excellence and aiming to make a positive difference.Over the course of my career of 17+ years, I have worn different hats - investment banker, research analyst, investor relations and strategist across sectors including BFSI, healthcare, steel pipe and more. The cross-sector and cross-functional exposure has helped me broaden my vision to appreciate the bigger picture while keeping an eye for detail.Industries covered: MFI, Small Finance Bank, Oil & Gas pipes, Pharmaceuticals, IndustrialsRoles: Strategy, Business Finance, FP&A, Investor Relations, Research Analyst, Investment BankingAlways eager to explore new things and collaborate for exciting value additions. Please free to reach out to me through LinkedIn or write to me on khetandeepak@gmail.com.