Alpha Alternatives Special Situations Fund

Naresh is a seasoned finance professional with over 30+ years of experience and the Founder and Managing Partner of Alpha Alternatives, India's leading multi-asset class alternatives platform, known for its innovative risk-return solutions. Before founding Alpha Alternatives, Naresh was a senior leader at Edelweiss Financial Services, where he spent 13 years building and scaling multiple businesses. As President, he led the Alternative Asset business, contributing significantly to its growth. Over his career, Naresh has advised over 100 corporates on capital market strategies and, in recent years, taken on board-level roles to drive strategic reorganization and growth. A fitness enthusiast with a reputation for unconventional thinking, Naresh excels at crafting win-win solutions. He holds a PGDM from IIM Ahmedabad and a BE in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai.

Deepak leads the firm's long-term growth initiatives, business scaling efforts, and cross-platform efforts. His responsibilities encompass strategic partnerships, operational oversight, and the identification of new avenues for growth. Before joining Alpha Alternatives, Deepak played a pivotal role at Edelweiss Group, contributing significantly across credit, insurance, and capital markets businesses. He held several senior leadership positions at Edelweiss Financial Services, including Head of Credit Businesses, Managing Director & CEO of Edelweiss Tokio Life Insurance, Group Chief Financial Officer, and Head of Treasury. As the Group CFO, he led Edelweiss through its IPO and spearheaded key initiatives such as the acquisition of Anagram Stock Broking and the launch of Edelweiss Tokio Life in partnership with Tokio Marine. He also played a crucial role in guiding the firm through the global financial crisis and the COVID-19 slowdown. An alumnus of IIT-BHU (Chemical Engineering) and IIM Ahmedabad (MBA, Class of 1996), Deepak combines analytical depth, strategic foresight, and execution excellence. An avid reader, he is deeply passionate about leadership, innovation, and the evolving future of financial services.

Hrishikesh leads the Strategic Partnerships and Real Estate Investing at Alpha Alternatives. He plays a key role in building long-term partnerships and shaping the firm's business strategy, with a particular focus on the real estate. Hrishi began his career as a consultant at McKinsey & Company before advancing to Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, US. He has also served as CEO for prominent organizations, including Karvy Group and Ambit Holdings. His real estate journey began as Chairman of the Sugee Group. A Gold Medalist from IIM Ahmedabad, Hrishi holds a PGDM in Finance and Business Strategy and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Economics from the University of Mumbai.

Prashant leads the International Client Relationships Group. He also serves as CEO & CIO of Alpha Alternatives, Singapore. He has over 30 years of experience with expertise in financial services and investment management. Prashant began his career at Peregrine Securities in India, later moving to Wall Street with WI Carr Securities and Deutsche Bank. Transitioning to the buy-side, he held senior analyst roles at Artha Capital Management and SAC Capital Management. In 2006, he co-founded Geosphere Capital, managing Asian investments, and later established Ashiana Capital in 2014 focused on Asian long short equities. As Investment Director at Dymon Asia Capital, he managed the long short book across Asia. Prashant holds a PGDM from IIM Ahmedabad, is a CFA charter holder, and earned his master's from Shri Ram College of Commerce. A certified life and executive coach, he shares guidance rooted in his rich and diverse experiences.

Prashant leads the Liquid Alternatives Group and oversees the Equities Trading business at Alpha. With 24 years of extensive experience in fund management and trading across Indian and global financial markets, Prashant is known for his disciplined approach to trading and risk management. Over the years, he has consistently delivered superior risk-adjusted returns through various market cycles. A proven leader and business builder, he has successfully established ventures in asset management, automated trading, physical bullion, and structured products. His prior roles include senior positions at UBS, Kotak, Edelweiss, and Quant. Prashant enjoys travel, food and books. He is an avid fan of Sachin, Rohit, Fedex and Messi and is a keen enthusiast of the music of Morrison, Page, Plant, Bono and Cobain, among others. Prashant holds a PGDM from IIM Ahmedabad and a BE in Electronics from VJTI, Mumbai University.

Shreyans heads the Enterprise Solutions Group and serves as the Group Chief Financial Officer of Alpha. He oversees the firm's financials, capital-raising, and operational functions while driving strategic initiatives across multiple alternative asset classes. Since the inception of Alpha, Shreyans has played multiple roles in building the platform from the ground up. Before joining Alpha Alternatives, Shreyans was part of the Young Leadership Program at Aditya Birla Group, managing their All-India Treasury operations. His diverse experience spans finance and strategy, investment banking, due diligence, taxation, and audit across various sectors. Recognized for his exceptional contributions, Shreyans was named Best CFO in the Asset Management category at the Vibrant Bharat Summit by Assocham in 2024. In 2020, he was among the youngest winners of the CFO100 Awards, securing his place among India's top financial leaders. Shreyans is a Chartered Accountant (AIR 37) and holds a Master's in Management from ESCP Europe, Paris along with a Bachelor's in Commerce from Narsee Monjee College, the University of Mumbai. A passionate cricket enthusiast, he brings the same strategic mindset, discipline, and team spirit to both the boardroom and the field.

Mudit leads the Commodities business at Alpha, bringing nearly two decades of expertise in the commodities industry. A recognized person in the industry, Mudit has been instrumental in positioning commodities as a viable alternative asset class in India. His entrepreneurial vision led to the creation of India's largest advisory platform for commodity investments and the launch of the country's first commodity-focused Category III Alternative Investment Fund. Prior to Alpha, Mudit played a pivotal role at Edelweiss, where he successfully built and scaled the agri-commodities business, contributing significantly to its growth and success. Beyond his professional achievements, Mudit is a fitness enthusiast and holds a Bachelor of Management Studies degree from the University of Mumbai.

Kaushal heads the Illiquid Alternatives Group at Alpha. He is the fund manager for the Structured Credit and the Build India Infrastructure funds. He also oversees structuring elements across the firm. He began his career with Ernst & Young's M&A team before joining the Essar Group, where he played a pivotal role in structuring complex deals and managing high-stakes negotiations. Notably, he led one of India's largest FDI transactions and the execution of one of the country's largest corporate delistings. Beyond his professional endeavors, Kaushal is a faculty member of the Art of Living Foundation, conducting meditation programs for corporate professionals, youth and rural parts of India. Kaushal is a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Mumbai and a Chartered Accountant (AIR 22).

Ashim leads the Quant Trading business at Alpha. He has over 12 years of experience in asset management in India and globally. Ashim began his career with private equity funds in France and Switzerland. Returning to India, he joined Alpha Alternatives at its inception and has been instrumental in its growth. He also advised a $1 billion Canadian corporate pension fund, optimizing its portfolio design and manager selection to achieve top 1% performance in Canada within two years. A mathematics enthusiast, Ashim is passionate about applying quantitative techniques to financial markets. He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and holds a Master's in Management with a major in Finance from ESCP Europe, Paris.

Deepak leads Fixed Income investing at Alpha. He has over 25 years of expertise in trading and portfolio management across local and regional fixed income markets. His expertise encompasses active investment strategies across global and domestic macro markets, investment-grade and high-yield corporate debt, and currency management. Deepak's career highlights include leading Barclays Bank's Macro and Credit Trading business across India and Singapore, where he held a pivotal role in shaping the firm's market strategy in interest rates and credit markets. As a senior sell-side professional, he managed proprietary trading and flow desks, driving the promotion of Indian fixed income products to global institutional investors and executing significant structured credit transactions. Additionally, as part of Barclays' Debt Capital Markets (DCM) initiatives, he led multiple fund-raising mandates. Prior to this, at Axis Bank, he led the Fixed Income – Rates and Treasury desk, managing active multi-asset portfolios delivering strong risk-adjusted returns. Outside of his professional pursuits, Deepak is a passionate auto enthusiast. Deepak holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Management from IMS Delhi and a degree in Commerce from Delhi University.

Jignesh leads Infrastructure investing at Alpha as the CEO of Anantam Highways Trust. He has over 27 years of experience in project and infrastructure finance, fundraising, and asset management across domestic and global markets. Before joining Alpha Alternatives, Jignesh was the CEO of IL&FS Infra Asset Management, where he managed the IL&FS Infrastructure Debt Fund (IDF), overseeing strategy, investment selection, fundraising, and stakeholder relations. During his tenure, IDF managed funds for major domestic institutions. Earlier, Jignesh led a significant infrastructure portfolio at IL&FS, focusing on the road and power sectors. He has also worked with AIG, Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation, and Price Waterhouse Coopers. Outside of his professional endeavors, Jignesh enjoys trekking, traveling, exploring new destinations, and reading books across different genres. Jignesh holds an MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is a Chartered Accountant (AIR 8, Inter AIR 1).

Shama heads Human Capital at Alpha Alternatives, driving organizational effectiveness and nurturing a resilient ecosystem to support the firm's long-term vision. She has over 25 years of experience in building people strategies that drive business growth, shape culture, and enable long-term success. Over the years, she has led critical HR initiatives, guided organizations through change, and built high-performing teams across diverse sectors. She has also served on the boards of companies in the financial services space contributing to the overall strategy including people, culture, and operational alignment. Outside of work, she is a marathon runner and a passionate advocate for animal welfare, dedicating her time to pet rescues and adoptions.

Sameer advises on global strategy and leads the North America business at Alpha Alternatives. With over two decades of experience as a serial entrepreneur, portfolio manager, and quantitative alpha researcher, Sameer has held senior roles at global firms such as Citadel, Balyasny, and BlackRock. He brings deep expertise in developing uncorrelated alpha strategies, along with strong leadership, team-building capabilities, and a global best practices framework to Alpha Alternatives. Most recently, Sameer was the Founder and CEO of Auxano Capital, a boutique investment firm offering niche multi-asset strategies, which was successfully acquired. Prior to his career in finance, he was part of the founding team at a Silicon Valley technology startup that went on to a successful IPO. A Mumbaikar at heart, Sameer is an avid follower of Test cricket and a loyal Mumbai Indians fan. He also enjoys golf, sailing, soccer, and exploring new destinations. Sameer holds an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and a bachelor's degree from UDCT, Bombay. He is a CFA charterholder and holds three patents in semiconductor technology.

Parampreet heads the Options desk at Alpha. He has over 8 years of experience in building and executing active trading strategies in the options market. He has been instrumental in devising option pricing strategies and delivering high risk weighted returns. Parampreet has also extensively conducted investment diligence and industry research for preparing detailed reports for foreign asset management firms. An avid gaming enthusiast and currently exploring the world of 3D printing, Parampreet holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree and is an MBA in Finance from NMIMS, Mumbai.

Prashant heads the Domestic Client Relationship Group at Alpha Alternatives. He has over 20 years of experience in the financial sector. He is responsible for overseeing key client relationships. Prashant has 15+ years of experience in capital raising across private equity and investment banking, both globally and in India. He has served as Head of Investment Banking at Essel Finance, Vice President at HT Capital Advisors (NYC), and held key roles at top U.S. financial institutions including Houlihan Lokey, JP Morgan, and MG Capital. Prashant is an avid reader, aspiring chef and a certified mixologist from Columbia University. He holds an MBA in Finance & Investments from the City University of New York (Baruch College). He is a B.Com from R.A. Podar College, University of Mumbai and a Chartered Accountant.

Karthik leads deep value equity investing at Alpha. He has over 25 years of experience in equities investing and fund management. Previously, he served as the Managing Director at Trident Advisors Private Ltd, an investment advisory firm that acted as the exclusive India advisor to Elliott Associates, L.P., a New York-based multi-asset hedge fund. Before his tenure at Trident, Karthik worked as a fund manager at M3 Investments for two years and spent four years as a director and analyst at Jeetay Investments. He has also been involved in nonprofit and academic initiatives, serving as a trustee for The Mountain Institute of India and as a member of the executive council for the Centre for Emerging Markets Solutions at the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad. An Indian and Western classical music enthusiast, Karthik holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from the University of Madras.

Vineet leads Systematic Equity investing at Alpha. He has nearly 3 decades of experience in investing and fund management across public markets, private equity, special situations, and structured finance. Previously, he co-founded and served as CEO of Elysium Investment Advisors, which was later integrated into Alpha Alternatives. Vineet was also a Senior Partner at the D.E. Shaw Group and part of the senior investment team at IDFC Private Equity. His career includes roles at JumpStart Up Fund Advisors and Citibank India. Vineet is an avid cyclist, runner and triathlete and loves the outdoors. He has participated in many outdoor endurance events and climbed multiple 6000-meter peaks. He holds a PGDM from IIM Lucknow and graduated with honors in Economics from Delhi University.

Apurva leads Real Estate investing at Alpha focusing on building operating platforms and special situations in both residential and commercial sectors. He has over two decades of investment management and operational experience. He has been a key player in real estate investing since the sector opened to foreign equity in 2005. Previously, he held leadership roles at Fosun Group, Aditya Birla Capital, IL&FS Investment Managers, and J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Throughout his career, he has been involved in various Investment & Advisory Committees and represented his firms on multiple company boards and industry forums. An avid reader of the historical fiction and spy genres, he holds a Master's degree in Management Studies (Finance) and a Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Accounting from the University of Mumbai.

Sudipta Dhar is the Co-Chief Investment Officer (Co-CIO) at Alpha Alternatives, Singapore. He has over two decades of experience in the financial sector. Sudipta is an expert in principal investing and has transaction experience across Southeast Asia, India, and Australia. He has deep experience in structuring, credit evaluation, and portfolio management. Previously, Sudipta worked as the Deputy CIO for GCS Capital Management, an investment advisor in Singapore. Prior to GCS Capital, Sudipta worked as a Director at Merrill Lynch - India securitization. Sudipta has worked at various other leading financial firms in India, like Citibank NA and ICICI Bank. He is a graduate of St Xavier's College, Calcutta, and has completed his Post Graduation in Management Studies from IIM Ahmedabad.

Amit is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Alpha. He has over 25 years of experience across leading organizations like Barclays Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Edelweiss, and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in India. His extensive BFSI background has equipped him to manage strategic assignments, including setting up treasury functions for large banks and working on global projects in New York, London, and Singapore. At Alpha, he is responsible for implementing the operations strategy of the firm, aligning with business imperatives and long-term goals. Previously, Amit served as COO at Edelweiss' Global Markets business for 7 years, managing enterprise functions. He also led the treasury at Barclays Bank India, overseeing liquidity and interest rate management for 7 years. Earlier, he was part of the setup team at Kotak Mahindra Bank, after beginning his career at PwC. Outside of his professional pursuits, Amit is an avid traveler and a big fan of cricket. Amit is a Bachelor's in Commerce and a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst (USA), and Financial Risk Manager (GARP).

Saurabh heads the Domestic Client Relationship Group at Alpha Alternatives. He has over 24 years of experience and plays a key role in investor communications and client relationships. Previously, he served as Executive Director and Cluster Head at Credit Suisse in Mumbai. His most extensive tenure was at Kotak Wealth, where he contributed for 11 years (2010-2021). Saurabh also held key roles at ASK Wealth Advisors, Motilal Oswal Securities, and Birla SunLife Asset Management. An avid traveller seeking diverse cultural exchanges, Saurabh holds a PGDBA from K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research, Mumbai, and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B.E) from M.B.M. Engineering College, Jodhpur.

Sarita heads Marketing and Events at Alpha Alternatives, where she plays a pivotal role in enhancing the firm's brand presence and organizing high-profile investor events. With over 24 years of experience spanning hospitality, real estate, and institutional broking, she specializes in client relationship management and corporate access. Prior to joining Alpha Alternatives, Sarita served as the Head of Corporate Access at DAM Capital Advisors (formerly IDFC Securities), leading major investor conferences and corporate roadshows. Her strength lies in fostering long-term, strategic relationships with senior professionals, which has been instrumental in her success across industries. Sarita holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Mumbai University and a Diploma in Hotel Management from Sophia College, Mumbai. Beyond work, she has a passion for classical dance and enjoys exploring lesser-known destinations, which keep her inspired and curious.

Suresh is an Entrepreneur Partner at Alpha Alternatives, leading the structured credit business. With over 28 years of experience in Indian equity and debt capital markets, he has successfully structured innovative solutions for large Indian corporations and PSU banks. Suresh is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA), a member of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants (ICMA), and holds a B.Com (Hons) degree. His extensive expertise in capital markets and strategic structuring has made him a valuable asset in driving the growth of structured credit initiatives at Alpha Alternatives.

Shiva oversees the commodities arbitrage and trading business at Alpha Alternatives. With over 8 years of experience, he has honed his skills through roles at TCS and Edelweiss, where he worked with the commodities and agri trading teams. Shiva holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) and an MBA in Finance from Mumbai University, combining technical expertise and financial acumen to drive strategic initiatives in commodities trading.

With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in mergers and acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, financing- debt capital, private credit, structured finance and general corporate law. Prior to joining Alpha Alternatives, Sonal was Partner at Desai & Diwanji, a renowned and well reputed law firm in India. When not lawyering, Sonal is an avid traveller, a nature and wildlife enthusiast and an amateur wildlife photographer. Sonal has graduated with a B.L.S LLB. degree from Government Law College, Mumbai.

Aditya leads the technological functioning of Alpha Alternatives, where his objective is to help the team leverage the latest technologies. Aditya has worked in multiple global Wall Street organizations, creating technological solutions for wealth management, investment banking, equity research and risk management. Before embarking on the tech startup journey, Aditya was CTO for Morgan Stanley Asia Private Wealth Management. He founded startups like AltoMeta Consulting, solving client problems using Analytical and Generative AI. Aditya holds an engineering degree and has done his MBA degree in finance. He is a yoga teacher who is also passionate about sports like field hockey, badminton, and cricket.

30+ years of experience in investing in commodities and other alternative asset classes. CEO of Rajasthan Gum Private Limited, the largest guar gum and guar manufacturer, exporter, and financial investor. Significant investment in windmills and solar power projects across 8 states.

Abhishek Dalmia has over 30+ years of experience in building and managing businesses and investing in both primary and secondary markets. Before pivoting to investing, he led the overall management of the cement operations of his family business, OCL India Ltd for 5 years. He was also the key driver of the takeover bid by Renaissance Estates on GESCO Corporation for unlocking shareholder value. He is currently the Chairman of Renaissance Group which focuses on compounding capital with a value investor bias. Notable investments include Revathi Equipment's and Semac Consultants. He is a beneficent philanthropist in the education sector and a Member of the Board of Advisors of Literacy India. Mr. Dalmia is a B.Com (Hons) from Shri Ram College, Delhi University, and a CA rank-holder (AIR 15), ICWA.

Pradeep Parakh has been an Independent Director of Alpha Alternatives Financial Services Private Limited since September 29, 2022. He has over 32 years of experience (including 29 years with listed companies) in company law, securities laws, corporate governance, SEBI Regulations, M&A, corporate restructuring, debt restructuring, legal and financial due diligence, GRC management, legal drafting, and compliances relating to private equity, public offerings, IPO, FPO, Rights issue, Preferential Issue, QIP, GDR/FCCB issue, ESOP, takeover regulations, FEMA, GST, and stock exchange compliances. His work experience spans the Birla Group, Paharpur Group, Ambuja Cements Group and the Bajaj Group. Currently he is the founder and partner of TruCSR (CSR platform) and is also a practicing company secretary. He is a Fellow Member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI).

Bharati Aindley has been an Independent Director of Alpha Alternatives Financial Services Private Limited since September 29, 2022. Bharati has over 20 years of experience in Corporate, Contract, Civil, and Family law. Her experience spans law firms, corporates, and her independent practice including over 100 appearances at the High Court & Lower Courts. She has worked on multiple corporate assignments such as ANZ Grindlays v/s National Housing Bank, ABCL Corporation matters, Bennett Coleman Company Limited (BCCL), Citibank, and Deutsche Bank, among others. She is presently running an independent legal consultancy practice handling litigation and is also an External General Counsel for corporates. She has an LLB from Government Law College (GLC), Mumbai University, and holds a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry from Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai.

Sharmila Karve is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and retired as an audit partner from Price Waterhouse in June 2019, having held key leadership roles including Chief Ethics Officer, Assurance Leader, and Global Diversity Leader. She has extensive experience working with large Indian and multinational clients, with a strong focus on audit, risk, quality, ethics, and diversity. Currently, she serves as a Director on the boards of several Indian and international companies, including CSB Bank, EPL Limited, Thomas Cook (India), Fairfax India Holdings, and others.

Radhakrishnan Nair has been an Independent Director of Alpha Alternatives Fund-Infra Advisors Private Limited since February 14, 2024. He holds a B.Sc. from Bangalore University, an M.Sc. from the University of Delhi, an LLB from the University of Delhi, and an MBA from Indira Gandhi National Open University. He has around 40 years of experience in the banking industry and securities and insurance regulation. He started his banking career with Corporation Bank in August 1976 and was seconded to SEBI from July 2005 to March 2010, where as an Executive Director he worked in the Investment Management Department, Department of Economic and Policy Analysis, Office of Investor Assistance and Education, and Integrated Surveillance Department. Currently, he is serving as a director on the boards of ICICI Bank Limited, ICICI Securities Primary Dealership Limited, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited, and Axis Mutual Fund Trustee Limited.

Dr. Shubhada Rao is the Independent Director of the Investment Manager since February 14, 2024. She has obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Arts) in Economics from the University of Bombay. She holds a Master of Arts in Industrial Economics (Gold Medallist) from the University of Bombay. She served as a Senior Group President at Yes Bank from 2006 to 2020. She is also a director on the boards of Aequs Private Limited and Institutional Investor Advisory Services India Limited.

Vijay Chhibber has been an Independent Director of Alpha Alternatives Fund-Infra Advisors Private Limited since February 14, 2024. He is a former IAS officer of the 1978 batch of Manipur-Tripura Cadre. He holds an MA in History from St. Stephens College, Delhi University, and is an alumnus of the National Defence College. He is a retired civil servant with over 37 years of Public Service in the Indian Administrative Services. He has served as the Secretary of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, and was also the Chairman of the National Highways Authority of India. He was also advisor to the Chief Minister, Government of Tripura. He has served on the boards of National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, J M Baxi Ports & Logistics Private Limited, Shipping Corporation of India Limited, and others. Currently, he is serving on the board of Dilip Buildcon Limited as an independent director since 2017, and also on the boards of Sagarmala Coastal Limited and Reach to Teach Foundation.