Distinguished alumni talk by Mr. Ashish Kakran
Shaping the Future of Venture Capital in AI and Cybersecurity Ashish Kumar, a VC investor at Thomvest Ventures, is leading investments in cutting-edge startups focused on cloud, AI, and cybersecurity. His pivotal role in funding groundbreaking companies like Cohere and Isovalent has solidified his reputation as a rising star in the venture capital industry. Ashish’s insights into generative AI and his thought leadership, published in major outlets like TechCrunch and Forbes, have made him a go-to expert on emerging tech trends. With academic foundations at IIT Guwahati and further studies at Kellogg School of Management, Ashish’s mentorship at Carnegie Mellon University demonstrates his commitment to guiding technical founders toward success.