Varun is a twice-exited entrepreneur who understands the journey from zero to exit firsthand. With a background deeply rooted in technology and engineering leadership, he brings operational expertise and founder empathy to every investment decision.
"The best investors are those who've built companies themselves. They understand the challenges, the pivots, and the perseverance required to build something meaningful."
Background
First Exit: B2B SaaS in India
As CEO and CTO, Varun built a B2B SaaS platform described as "WhatsApp for Shopify stores," enabling seamless communication between merchants and customers. The company was acquired by a Sequoia-backed company, validating the product-market fit and technical innovation.
Second Exit: Grocery Delivery in Europe
Leading engineering for a grocery delivery platform operating across Spain and Italy, Varun helped scale the technology infrastructure to support rapid growth. The company was acquired by Getir, a decacorn valued at over $10 billion, in a strategic consolidation of the European quick commerce market.
Engineering Leadership
Beyond his own ventures, Varun has led engineering teams at multiple high-growth companies, building scalable systems and fostering technical excellence. This hands-on experience with product development, team building, and technical architecture informs his investment thesis and ability to support portfolio companies.
Investment Approach
Now investing from the proceeds of his successful exits, Varun focuses on seed-stage companies where he can leverage his operational experience to help founders navigate the critical early stages. He looks for exceptional entrepreneurs building transformative companies, particularly in areas where technology and engineering excellence are key differentiators.
Based in Washington DC, Varun actively works with portfolio companies on product strategy, technical architecture, hiring, and go-to-market execution—bringing the perspective of someone who has successfully built and exited companies in competitive markets.