Though he is the youngest board member, Siddharth has been closely associated with the organization for the past 10 years, driven by a deep personal connection. Mr. H.T. Parekh, his first role model, has been a significant influence on his journey.
Siddharth is an Investment/Finance professional with over 22 years of experience across the US, UK, and India, focusing on emerging markets. He co-founded Paragon Partners, an Indian mid-market growth capital Private Equity Fund, in 2015, after over 6 years at Actis. His previous roles include Investment Analyst at the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group. Siddharth holds an MBA and a Master’s in International Affairs from Columbia University and a bachelor’s in Finance and Management from Wharton.