As the Senior Investment Director at Volvo Cars, I lead the global investment strategy and execution for the company's corporate venture capital arm, Volvo Cars Tech Fund. I have over 15 years of experience in private equity, M&A, and corporate finance, with a focus on mobility, AI / ML, software development, Industry 4.0I am passionate about identifying, investing in, and supporting visionary entrepreneurs and startups that are transforming the future of transportation, safety, sustainability, and customer experience. I have built a portfolio of 14 companies across the US, Europe, and Asia, and I provide strategic and operational guidance, access to Volvo's global network and resources, and opportunities for collaboration and co-creation. I also serve as a board member or observer for several of these companies, and as a mentor for various accelerator programs. I am a Sloan Fellow from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, a Chartered Accountant from India, and a Forbes Finance Council member.