Our Team

Chaanakya Capital was founded with a passion for making a positive impact through investments backing Health/MedTech and ClimateTech startups. Our team brings together a diverse set of skills and experiences to make confident investments.

Together we bring

  • 15+ years of experience in the Venture space

  • 20+ years of experience in LifeSciences, Biotech, Medtech, Neuroengineering and Healthcare

  • 15+ years of experience in Technology and Software Engineering

  • Strong connections from North America, LATAM, India, Africa and EU

  • 20+ companies under our mentorship, advisory or partnership

Our Heroes

Varun Turlapati

General Partner

Johana Carolina M Vega Leonel, PHD

Advisor

Lawrence Maina

Principal

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