Rajan Anandan
Managing Director of Peak XV and Surge, a leading venture capital firm. Highly influential figure in India’s Venture Capital space with experience at McKinsey, Microsoft, and Google.
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Feb 21, 2025 • 1h 32min
Peak XV MD Rajan Anandan on BILLION $ ideas, STANDOUT founders and why INDIA's got game
In a captivating conversation, Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV and Surge, and Prachi Pawar, founder of Anandi Schools, dive into the future of India's startup ecosystem. Rajan, a powerhouse in venture capital, offers insights on how India can become an AI superpower through application-first companies. Prachi shares her journey in education and the importance of adapting mindsets for billion-dollar opportunities. Together, they discuss crucial differences between Silicon Valley and Indian entrepreneurs, emphasizing the power of mentorship and continuous learning.
Jul 15, 2024 • 1h 14min
India’s Leading VC Rajan Anandan on India’s AI and Tech Startup Landscape
Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV Partners and a notable voice in India's venture capital and tech scene, discusses the dynamic AI and tech startup landscape. He stresses the need for high-quality AI innovations that solve real-world problems, rather than merely exploiting market gaps. Anandan shares insights on the importance of early-stage funding and the essential role of experienced angel investors. He paints an optimistic picture of the future for deep tech startups in India, emphasizing collaboration, mentorship, and a clear product-market fit in entrepreneurial success.
