With over 30 years as CFO & Head of Business Strategy, Jignesh is invested in 100+ startups — not for exits, but to support scaling, structure, and sustainable success.
Over 100 startups mentored, invested in, or advised across fintech, SaaS, and edtech sectors.
2013, the journey began with a bold bet on innovation.
Guided startups through fundraising with clarity & strategy.
Portfolio spans 5 countries and multiple industries.
Every founder deserves more than a cheque. I offer thoughtful insights and hands-on support to help startups scale sustainably and strategically.
Work closely with founders to fine-tune product-market fit and build solutions that customers genuinely need.
Uncover hidden opportunities and challenges by studying industry trends, user behavior, and competitor gaps.
Guide startup leaders to build resilient, mission-driven teams and cultivate a culture of innovation.
Craft clear go-to-market strategies that drive adoption, revenue, and sustainable growth across markets.
Build reliable financial forecasts and unit economics that give investors and founders confidence to scale.
Promote transparency and integrity in every business decision, helping build companies that last and leaders who inspire trust.
I regularly mentor young professionals and aspiring Chartered Accountants, guiding them from technical mastery to leadership roles in startups and enterprises.
Simplifying SME Lending
AI-Powered Learning for Kids
Telemedicine for Rural India
“Jignesh asked the right questions that completely changed our business direction.”
— Fintech Founder
“His mentorship helped me transition from a Chartered Accountant to a Product Head in a tech startup.”
— Young Professional
Led the turnaround of India's largest media network, driving 3.5x revenue growth. Spearheaded corporate strategy, digital transformation, revenue strategy, and broadcast technology. Launched 9 new channels and multiple digital platforms, and led a 250-member technology team pioneering AI and robotics in media operations.
Built strategic partnerships with corporates, government agencies, and NGOs to support large-scale rural development initiatives led by Ronnie Screwvala and Zarina Mehta.
Oversaw business finance across five verticals of Disney India. Instrumental in creating the Disney-Viacom Indiacast JV, achieving 50% revenue growth. Managed broadcast operations, FP&A, and integration post-Disney's acquisition.
Set up UTV's Broadcasting business, managing finance, strategy, and operations. Key role in fundraising, due diligence for Disney acquisition, and launching new TV channels. Negotiated strategic deals and optimised business operations.
Managed all financial and commercial operations for HungamaTV and played a pivotal role in its acquisition by The Walt Disney Company.
Led financial operations for UTV's TV, Animation, and Corporate divisions. Played a key role in UTV's IPO process and treasury operations.
Provided tax compliance and business advisory services to multinational clients in Oman. Audited foreign companies and ensured IFRS compliance.
Handled statutory and tax audits, advisory services, and compliance for a wide range of clients including corporates, partnerships, and banks. Completed Chartered Accountancy and Company Secretary qualifications during this period.