Former British Telecom India Chairman Arun Seth joins AWE Funds’ Investment Committee
New Delhi– AWE Funds, an early growth venture equity fund investing in innovations that promote sustainability has onboarded Arun Seth, India’s prominent industry leader, to its Investment Committee. With a rich corporate career that brings the benefits of IT/Telecom to the real world businesses in energy, health, fintech, medtech, education, hospitality and more via a vibrant innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem and a focus on giving back to society, Arun Seth’s appointment brings immense expertise and insights to AWE Funds. With a fund size of $15 million, AWE Fund’s sectors of focus include Climate Tech, HealthTech, Fin-tech and Future of Work.
Arun Seth’s contributions to the business world are marked by over 17 years as the founding Managing Director and Chairman of British Telecom in India. His extensive corporate governance experience includes serving on the boards of prominent Indian and global enterprises, such as Dixon Technologies, Narayana Health, Jubilant Life Sciences, Tech Mahindra, and CyberMedia. In addition, he advises global companies including Nutanix USA, ThoughtSpot, InMobi, and C2FO, as well as health tech innovators like Healthifyme.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Arun Seth is celebrated for his commitment to social responsibility and entrepreneurial ecosystem development. He actively contributes to impactful organizations as a Chair and board member, including, Helpage India, and Nudge Foundation. He has also held esteemed roles on the Boards of Governors for IIM Lucknow and IIIT Delhi. An alumnus of IIT Kanpur and IIM Calcutta, Arun’s education and distinguished career underscore his passion for knowledge and innovation.
Arun Seth’s involvement with AWE Funds is expected to provide strategic guidance and connections to help AWE Funds’ scale its impact across India. With his deep understanding of regulated industries and proven experience in fostering business growth, he will play a key role in strengthening AWE’s investment approach, helping portfolio companies navigate complex challenges, and scaling solutions that benefit broader communities. His insights will further enable AWE Funds to invest in sectors critical to sustainable development, including climate, health, fintech, agriculture, and education.
Commenting on this, Arun Seth said, “I am thrilled to join AWE Funds at such an exciting time in India’s growth. AWE Funds’ commitment to investing in tech led innovation solutions that positively impact communities resonates deeply with me. I look forward to supporting their mission to build resilient businesses that drive inclusive growth across sectors vital to India’s future.”
Seema Chaturvedi, Founding Partner of AWE Funds, shared her thoughts on the appointment, “We are honored to have Mr. Arun Seth join AWE Funds’ Investment Committee. His knowledge of diverse industries and his dedication to empowering entrepreneurs align closely with our goals of building an inclusive, sustainable future. His strategic vision will enhance our efforts to scale returns – both financial and impact, through responsible investment.”