7. Anjali Bansal, Founder, Avaana Capital

Anjali Bansal, Founder of Avaana Capital, invests in frontier technology and innovation-led startups driving climate solutions in the fields of energy, industry, supply chains, and food systems. She held earlier roles at TPG Growth and McKinsey, helping guide successful ventures including Nykaa, Delhivery, and Eeki Foods.
She sits on the Boards of Tata Power, Maruti Suzuki, Nestlé, and ONDC and is Chair of the Climate Council at IVCA. She is counted amongst the most powerful business leaders in India and is notably vocal about diversity, governance, and sustainable economic development.
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