Fund Manager
Ganeshram Jayaraman serves as the Chief Investment Officer and oversees Avendus's Public Equities Long Only division. His primary objective is the development of a robust, distinctive, and expandable domestic investment platform, where he spearheads the execution of enduring investment strategies. Before his current appointment, Ganeshram played a crucial role in establishing Avendus Spark's Institutional Equities business, elevating it to a market-leading status. In his capacity as Managing Director and Head of the business, he held dual responsibilities. He managed India's foremost strategy research desk, providing advisory services to Chief Investment Officers and Portfolio Managers concerning their Indian portfolio allocations. Concurrently, he was instrumental in team development and business expansion, guiding the firm through pivotal stages of growth and scaling. Ganeshram joined Spark in 2006 as its inaugural professional employee. His prior experience includes serving as a credit analyst at HSBC and Standard Chartered Bank, where he was responsible for extending credit facilities to major Indian corporations. He holds a CPA qualification and maintains a strong personal interest in family, culinary arts, and cricket.