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How AI is changing the role of M&A advisors

Episode 15 Aug 04, 2026
Guest
Sankalpa Bhattacharjya Strategic Initiatives and Deals Partner, PwC

Harsh is joined by Sankalpa Bhattacharjya, Strategic Initiatives and Deals Partner at PwC. He has built leading consulting practices at KPMG, Accenture, and PwC, advising private equity investors, corporates, and investment banks across more than 350 engagements. 

His career began selling FMCG products across rural India before a series of events led him into consulting. In this episode, Sankalpa shares lessons from 24 years in M&A, explaining how AI is changing the role of advisors, why private equity remains bullish on India, and the skills that will define the next generation of dealmakers. 

Listen to Sankalpa’s insights on: 

  • Why the best consultants challenge their clients
  • How AI is reshaping the M&A career path
  • The investment themes driving India’s next decade
  • Building advisory practices across three global firms
  • Why education must evolve for tomorrow’s professionals
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