Karan Sharma has been elevated to Managing Director & Head of Investment Banking at Avendus Capital, marking another significant milestone i

Karan Sharma has been elevated to Managing Director & Head of Investment Banking at Avendus Capital, marking another significant milestone in his nearly 15-year journey with the firm. Having been a founding member of Avendus Capital’s Digital & Technology Investment Banking practice, he has played a pivotal role in building and scaling the franchise, leading marquee transactions across consumer internet, payments, enterprise technology, and SaaS sectors.

Prior to Avendus Capital, Sharma held investment banking and private equity advisory roles at Cipher-Plexus Capital Advisors and JPMorganChase, where he gained extensive experience in M&A, private placements, deal execution, and technology-focused investments. His elevation reflects his deep sector expertise, strong client relationships, and leadership in shaping one of India’s leading technology-focused investment banking practices.