Ideabaaz, a startup discovery and funding platform, has appointed Mudit Kumar as its Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Kumar brings nearly two decades of experience in private banking, wealth strategy, and strategic investments to the company. His new role will focus on connecting founders from emerging cities with the essential capital, mentorship, and market opportunities they need to grow.
Kumar’s background includes senior roles at prestigious institutions like Aditya Birla Group, ICICI Securities Private Wealth, and most recently, LGT Wealth India, where he advised ultra-high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Beyond wealth management, he has been an active investor and mentor in the Indian startup ecosystem, focusing on early-stage ventures in diverse sectors such as climate tech, spacetech, healthtech, and fintech.
Jeet Wagh, the Founder and CEO of Ideabaaz, praised the appointment, stating that Kumar’s unique blend of “financial acumen, investment experience, and founder empathy makes him a natural fit for Ideabaaz as we prepare to scale our vision.”
In his own statement, Mudit Kumar expressed his excitement about joining what he called “more than a platform; it’s a movement to bring ambitious ideas and capable founders into the spotlight.” His appointment is seen as a strategic move to strengthen Ideabaaz’s leadership team as it prepares for a multi-platform launch, including a presence on prime-time television and a digital platform backed by IIT Madras.
Key Highlights:
- New Appointment: Mudit Kumar has been named Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Ideabaaz, a startup discovery and funding platform.
- Role and Mission: He will be responsible for connecting founders from smaller, emerging cities with capital, mentorship, and market access.
- Experience: Kumar brings nearly 20 years of experience in private banking, wealth strategy, and early-stage startup investing.
- Strategic Move: This appointment strengthens Ideabaaz’s leadership as it prepares to launch its multi-platform initiative to expand its reach.