About

Ninad Karpe is the Founder of Karpe Diem Ventures, which invests in early stage startups in India. He is also the Founder & Partner at 100X.VC, India’s pioneering early-stage VC firm that has invested in 180 startups through the innovative iSAFE note model. Widely known as a “startup whisperer” for his sharp insights and no-nonsense advice, Karpe earlier served as MD & CEO of Aptech Ltd. and as MD of CA Technologies India. Karpe has authored the business strategy book “BOND to BABA” and served as Chairman of CII Western Region (2017-18). Passionate about storytelling and creativity, he has also produced four Marathi plays, seamlessly blending boardroom strategy with the magic of the stage.