Meet the Team

It all begins with an idea. We turn that idea into a project. Whether you are a startup looking for advice on your fundraising or a VC looking for the next investment opportunity, we have the expertise and the network to meet your requirements.

  • Founder and Director

    Shahryar Barati, with a multidisciplinary academic and diverse professional background, has extensive experience in major financial institutions, startups, and as a venture capital investor. His entrepreneurial journey covers all business aspects, including strategy and product development. Notably, Shahryar was instrumental in establishing the UK’s first automated high-volume VC fund and has a proven track record in leading investments in over 50 companies. Shahryar brings unique insight from both startup and VC perspectives, combined with a deep understanding of operational and investment strategies. He has a BEng in Biomedical Engineering, MSc in Metals and Energy FInance and an MBA from Imperial College London.

  • Partnerships

    Roya Rahnejat is a partnerships expert with over 15 years of experience in tech and strategy for banks and startups with a focus on fintechs and insurtechs. She has a BSc in Mathematics and Management and an MSc in Risk Management and Financial Engineering and sits on the alumni board of the Imperial Business School. She excels in establishing product-market fit and developing sales strategies, contributing notably to international market expansion. Roya's skills in cultivating strategic partnerships and innovative sales channels have fueled growth and innovation. Her consulting background enhances her strategic planning and problem-solving abilities, making her a valuable asset in the financial technology sector.

  • Data and Research

    During and after finishing his Economics undergrad at UCL, Rahul Sinha has been steeped in technical and data-heavy roles. Having experience prototyping and with product development in the fintech, sanitation, and food tech industries, he has been involved in all stages of the product roadmap, as well as having personal experience spearheading lead generation efforts, refining marketing propositions, and developing future business strategy. He is a technically proficient individual that can become competent in complex fields quickly, and with an eye for numbers, data, and macro trends, his ability to utilise the big and small picture allows him to be a great asset in a wide range of different environments.