Step into the world of high-stakes dealmaking as Harsh Batra uncovers the personal stories and strategies of M&A, private equity, and investment banking leaders.

Episodes
EPISODE 7 Oct 07, 2025

Leading M&A strategy at a billion-dollar company

Recently named one of India’s top 10 most iconic CSOs, Ankur shares how he leads strategy at a billion-dollar company. He talks about staying calm under pressure, why transparency drives better deals, and how human judgment still outperforms AI in M&A

Ankur Singh, Vice President & Head of Strategy at DCM Shriram Ltd

EPISODE 6 Sep 09, 2025

Carving a niche and closing landmark M&A deals

Abhay shares the strategies behind winning mandates and closing landmark M&A deals. He explains why identifying the right market niche is critical and how trust-based leadership can turn high-pressure environments into opportunities for growth.

Abhay Anand, Partner at Grant Thornton

EPISODE 5 Aug 11, 2025

How AI is reshaping M&A dealmaking

Divyansh shares how his technical background has shaped his success in dealmaking. He breaks down effective carve-out strategies, why post-merger integration is critical to realizing deal value, and how businesses can accelerate GenAI adoption.

Divyansh Nasa, Partner at EY-Parthenon

EPISODE 4 Jul 09, 2025

Success lessons from 700 M&A deals

With experience leading due diligence on over 700 deals, Samir explains the importance of clear strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and knowing when to walk away from the wrong opportunities. He also discusses how AI is leveling up M&A advisors.

Samir Sheth, Partner, Transaction Services at BDO India

EPISODE 3 Jun 12, 2025

Building an M&A advisory after 20 years in banking

Anand went from 20 years in corporate banking to founding one of India’s top 10 M&A advisory firms. He shares how incremental wins paved the way, why taking ownership is essential to success, and the impact AI is having on dealmaking.

Anand Bhageria, Managing Partner, Lagrange Point Advisors

EPISODE 2 May 08, 2025

Why trust is the ultimate currency in M&A

Ashish reflects on his journey in M&A, the power of long-term relationships, and why trust and timing often matter more than valuations. He also explores how AI is transforming the industry and why human judgment remains key to success.

Ashish Ambwani, Managing Director at InCred Capital

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