Ashutosh Gupta, the former head of LinkedIn India, has recently joined Avataar Venture Partners, a growth-stage venture capital firm focusing on SaaS and B2B technology sectors. Gupta’s appointment comes after a brief career break and marks a significant addition to Avataar’s leadership team.
During his decade-long tenure at LinkedIn, Gupta played a pivotal role, including a five-year stint as the country manager for India. His extensive experience in managing LinkedIn’s operations in India underscores his strategic acumen and deep understanding of the tech industry landscape.
Before his tenure at LinkedIn, Gupta held a prominent role at Google, where he served as the head of industry and technology services for two years, further enriching his expertise in technology and business development.
At Avataar Venture Partners, Gupta is expected to leverage his extensive industry knowledge and leadership skills to drive the firm’s investment strategies and support portfolio companies in scaling their operations and achieving growth milestones.
