Navigating the Indian Fintech Wave through Vc Lens FT.Adith Podhar Founding Partner at Gemba Capital

Join us on this exciting episode of Fintech Ki Baat Dil Se as host Shreyas Jani sits down with Adith Podhar, the visionary Founding partner at Gemba Capital. Dive deep into Adith’s unique journey from entrepreneurship to venture capital, and discover his strategic insights on the booming fintech sector in India. This episode unpacks the dynamic interplay between regulations, innovative lending practices, and the evolving expectations of consumers in the fintech space. 🔍 Episode Highlights: Adith's VC Journey: Explore Adit's transition from marketing VC funds to founding Gemba Capital, and how his entrepreneurial spirit influences his investment strategies. Fintech Innovation and Regulation: Learn about the critical role of regulation in fostering fintech innovation and why working alongside regulators is pivotal for the growth of financial services. B2B vs. B2C Models: Delve into the dichotomy between B2B and B2C fintech models, and why consumer-facing platforms may offer larger outcomes. Emerging Trends in Fintech: Adit shares his bullish outlook on sectors like insuretech, alternative investing, and particularly affordable housing finance and consumer lending. Growth Metrics and Founder Insights: Understand what growth metrics matter for fintech startups and the key insights that every early-stage founder needs to succeed. Chapters: 02:34 - Introduction & Adith's Adit's Transition from Entrepreneur to VC 06:05 - Inspiration behind The Gemba Capital 13:40 - Importance of Regulation in Fintech Innovation 24:00- Importance of Financial Inclusion 25:00- Hypo Scenario: If you had 2 Equal companies and a solid business model, would Adith Pick one with B2B OR B2C? 27:00- Recent Investment with World Money 34:40- Since Indian VC's have a lower risk Appetite (Assumption ) Indian Vc's approach Global Vc's is it wise ? 38:50 - Future Trends and Disruptions in Fintech 41:57- How do the regulator manipulate the Investment decisions in Specific Industries? 🌐 Whether you’re an investor, a fintech enthusiast, or an entrepreneur plotting your next move, this discussion with Adit Boutar offers valuable insights into navigating the complex landscape of fintech investment and innovation. 👉 Subscribe to Fintech Ki Baat to stay updated on the latest trends and deep dives into the finance technology world. Join our community and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of fintech.