In this episode of #DamaniTalks, we chat with Aditya Singh, co-founder of BookMyForex and managing partner at All-In Capital. Aditya shares his journey from building India’s first online forex marketplace to transitioning into venture capital, offering insights for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Growing up in a traditional banking family, Aditya launched BookMyForex, revolutionizing how forex services were offered online. He discusses how he scaled the business, navigated capital challenges, and eventually exited through a sale to MakeMyTrip.
Post-MBA, Aditya entered the VC world, investing in over 30 startups before co-founding All In Capital. He explains the unique approach behind the fund, focusing on non-obvious founders and the importance of building lasting relationships with portfolio companies.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How Aditya scaled BookMyForex and managed the challenges of a capital-heavy, low-margin business model.
His insights on venture debt, working capital, and how startups should (or shouldn’t) use debt, drawn from his time at Stride Ventures.
How All-In Capital uses a unique framework to identify both obvious and non-obvious founders and how they’ve built a unique venture partner network.
The importance of maintaining a work-life balance, and how fitness plays a crucial role in Aditya’s routine.
Why You Should Watch:
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, investor, or founder looking to learn from someone who’s been on both sides of the table, Aditya’s story offers practical advice on everything from scaling businesses to managing investments. Learn from his experiences on scaling businesses, managing investments, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Gain valuable insights from one of India’s rising venture capitalists and hear how he’s shaping the next generation of startups with All-In Capital!
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