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Unlock High-Growth Potential Through Investment in AIF SMEs and Microcaps
StepTrade Share Services Private Limited (formerly Ace Share Services Pvt Ltd) is a SEBI-registered Portfolio Manager (INP000008598) incorporated on 2 November 1993 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It is an investment management company offering AIF funds across SEBI categories, a PMS, and a Registered FPI Cat-3 fund in GIFT City. The firm is known for SME exchange-focused AIF investing. As of early 2026, AUM exceeds ₹400 crores. Registered Address: 726, Shyamal Iconic, Shyamal Cross Roads, 132 Feet Ring Rd, Shyamal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380015.
Steptrade focuses on investing in unlisted and listed securities of SME and Microcap companies with a sector-agnostic approach. The firm identifies high-potential businesses at an early stage and invests with a long-term perspective using in-depth research, disciplined portfolio construction, and active management. It does not pursue short-term momentum, instead focusing on value, growth, and long-term investment outcomes.
Kresha Gupta
FMFounder, Director & AIF Fund Manager (Investment Committee)
CA Kresha Gupta is India's youngest Fund Manager and the driving force behind StepTrade Share Services. A Chartered Accountant who qualified at 20, she launched StepTrade's first AIF — also the country's first SME-Exchange-focused fund. With over seven years of experience in capital markets, she leads the Chanakya Opportunities Fund I and Steptrade Revolution Fund I & II. Her insights have been featured on CNBC Awaaz, Moneycontrol, Economic Times, Business World and Financial Times.
Ankush Kumar Jain
FMDirector & AIF Fund Manager (Investment Committee)
CFA charterholder with over 16 years of experience in portfolio management, investment research and due diligence. He manages the Chanakya Opportunities Fund and Steptrade Revolution Fund I, collectively overseeing ₹300+ crore in AUM. Previously at Edelweiss Wealth Management, Kunwarji and Religare.
Akshay Dawra
FMFund Manager, Chanakya Opportunities Fund II
Chartered Accountant with a strong background in investment management across private and public markets. At Steptrade Capital, he focuses on deal sourcing, deployment and portfolio monitoring with an emphasis on rigorous financial analysis and disciplined capital allocation. Previously Fund Manager at Ekamya Capital and worked at Finvox Analytics on M&A and valuations for global PE and VC fund clients.
Yash Bhanushali
FMFund Manager – PMS
MBA Finance professional with over nine years of experience in financial markets. Leads research and investment decisions for the PMS division at StepTrade, ensuring strategic growth and value creation.
Darshit Shah
Research Head
Chartered Accountant with seven years of experience in equity research, investment banking, valuation and financial modelling. Focuses on listed investments within the AIF portfolio at Steptrade Capital, combining analytical acumen with a strong passion for equity markets.
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Rahul Brahmkshatriya
AVP – Private Equity
Investment analyst with over seven years of experience in equities, primary markets and risk management. Heads the Research department at Steptrade Capital with a background in managing UHNI portfolios and financial risk mitigation.
Mohit Kapoor
Advisory Board Member
Brings deep expertise in leveraging technology and first-principles thinking to drive scalable growth across portfolio businesses. Guides Steptrade's SME-focused fund with a focus on Tier II and III cities across technology, manufacturing and services.
Kamal Bansal
Advisory Board Member
25+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity and investment banking. Formerly MD of GVFL, he helped launch India's early tech-focused VC funds and shape institutional investment thinking. Guides Steptrade in empowering India's SME sector through strategic capital and innovation.