As Chief Executive Officer, India at ESR, Abhijit Malkani is responsible for devising and executing the overarching growth strategy for the company’s Indian business and operations. His remit spans investments, development, leasing, and fund management. Abhijit brings over 30 years of experience in the real estate sector across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Of these, more than 15 years have been dedicated to the industrial and logistics real estate sector in the Indian market. Prior to joining ESR, Abhijit was a member of the founding team and Managing Director of IndoSpace, where he played a pivotal role in transforming the company into a leading logistics real estate developer in India. He has also held senior management roles with several distinguished industry names, including Prologis where he was country head and established the Indian operations of the company. Abhijit holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from the University of Delhi, India.

Since mid-2012, Amar has led Xander’s credit platform to a position where it has emerged as one of the few survivors in the high yield secured credit space in India. He brings with him over 25 years of investment banking, credit and consulting experience and has led several marquee M&A/PE transactions, IPOs and follow on equity offerings, as well as Project & Structured Finance transactions. From 2007 to early 2012, Amar headed the RE vertical of Kotak Investment Banking which raised over US$1.5 BB of equity for leading RE developers. He also led corporate restructuring and advisory assignments for leading RE and infrastructure groups. Earlier, Amar had worked for Lazard (Investment Banking), IL&FS (Project Finance) and PwC (Consulting).

A real estate investment professional with more than 18 years experience in managing international and domestic institutional capital within the real estate space in India. I have originated and managed investments across equity, mezzanine and debt opportunities across various asset classes and key micro-markets. I specialize in managing end-to-end investment life cycle including deal sourcing, underwriting & evaluation, negotiations, due-diligence, transaction structuring & documentation, asset management and exit.

Anuj is a senior Strategy and Investment consulting professional with 19+ years of experience in cross-functional areas of Strategy Planning, M&A, Fundraising, Market Studies & Commercial Due Diligence. Anuj has handled Real Estate transactions and projects of varied nature valued at more than USD 1Bn. His previous stints were with Ernst & Young as Real Estate Advisory Practice for Pan India. He has also worked with Alexandria Real Estate Equities- a 17 Billion dollar REIT based out of the US. Anuj was part of one of the key management teams involved in investing more than US$ 250 Mn in India & developed around 1 Mn SF commercial RE projects across Hyderabad and Bangalore.

Anuranjan Mohnot, is founding MD and CEO of Lumos Alternate Investment Advisors Private Limited. Lumos is currently focusing on stress and last mile funding projects. Prior to Lumos Alternate, Mr. Mohnot was Managing Director and CEO of Amplus Capital Advisors Private Limited and was responsible for setup of Real Estate Fund for the Lalbhai group (Arvind Limited). Amplus has successfully invested and exited in the projects of some of prominent developers in India. Mr. Mohnot has wide experience in various cross functional areas at some of the leading business conglomerates including Motilal Oswal, FutureGroup's $450 million Horizon fund, Essel Group, Reliance, Little & Co. Mr. Mohnot is B.com(H), LLB, CA & CS

Arvind Kalyan is currently leading the Investor Relations Division at Aliens Group. He has experience in the financial services sector across Investment Management, Equity Research and Investment Banking. In his most recent stint at an Irish Hedge Fund, Arvind had an opportunity to explore potential investment opportunities in the Greek Banking and Chinese Solar Sectors. As an Investment Banker, he aided startups in Gaming, SaaS, EdTech, Consumer Fashion & Logistics sectors raise funds from VCs & PEs. As an equity research analyst, he worked on various research reports in the medical devices sector for investment banks based out of the US. Arvind is a CFA and FRM charter holder. He is also an IIT Madras & IIM Lucknow alumnus.

Ashish has over 20 years of industry experience, with expertise in real estate PE, Lending & Investment Banking. He has ~US$2 Bn of transaction experience across asset classes & capital structures. He founded Certus Capital in Jul’18. Prior to Certus, he co-headed the RE business of global PE firm KKR, in India. Under his leadership since 2013, KKR invested over US$1Bn in various RE projects in India. Before KKR, he was Exec Dir & Head of Acquisitions for Morgan Stanley Real Estate, India. Prior to this, he worked with Kotak Investment Bank and E&Y. At Kotak, he was instrumental in establishing Kotak’s RE investment banking practice. Ashish is ISB, Hyderabad alumni and a CA.

Ashish has been working in Indian real estate market for around 20 years. Ashish was a founding member for Actis Asia Real Estate and leads the real estate investing in India. Ashish has worked in diverse roles in the real estate sector, spanning private equity investing, real estate development, site acquisitions and transaction advisory. Ashish has led setting up of marquee platforms for AARE in India, with most reputable partners in the country including Tata Realty, Mahindra Lifespace and Shapoorji Pallonji.

Dhruv Dua serves as Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Embassy Group, one of India's leading real estate and hospitality conglomerates. In his role, he oversees the company's technology strategy, digital transformation initiatives, and IT infrastructure across Embassy Group's diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, and hospitality projects. With extensive experience in enterprise technology solutions, Dua leads digital innovation efforts that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. He manages technology implementations across Embassy Group's premium developments, including office parks, malls, and hotels, ensuring robust IT systems support the company's growth across major Indian cities.

Hemant Prabhu serves as Chief Operating Officer - Industrial & Logistics at Hiranandani Group, one of India's leading real estate and infrastructure development companies. In his strategic leadership role, he oversees the company's industrial and logistics portfolio, driving operational excellence and business growth across multiple projects. With extensive experience in real estate development and logistics management, Prabhu plays a crucial role in advancing Hiranandani Group's expansion in the industrial real estate sector. His expertise encompasses project management, operational strategy, and infrastructure development, contributing to the company's position as a prominent player in India's commercial and industrial real estate landscape.

Joanna DeSouza serves as Business Head - Commercial and Retail at Lodha Group, one of India's leading real estate developers based in Mumbai. In her leadership role, she oversees the commercial and retail portfolio development, driving strategic initiatives across Lodha's premium properties. With extensive experience in real estate and retail management, DeSouza plays a pivotal role in expanding Lodha Group's commercial footprint in key markets. Her expertise spans project development, tenant relations, and retail space optimization, contributing to the company's position as a prominent player in Mumbai's commercial real estate sector.

Kaushik Desai is currently Managing Partner of WSB Partners (formerly 'Walton Street India'). He is responsible for strategic initiatives of the group and managing key relationship with investors, funds and intermediaries. He is responsible for the Debt strategy in residential real estate. He brings in substantial experience in transaction structuring and helps to evaluate new investment opportunities. Prior to joining WSB, he was with Deutsche Bank, Edelweiss Capital and Dawnay Day AV Group. Kaushik is a Chartered Accountant and a Company Secretary and holds a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from University of Mumbai.

Mukesh is a founding member of the Real Estate Private Equity business for Actis in India. He is responsible for overseeing investments spanning across opportunistic, mezzanine and core segments and represents Actis on the board of its investment companies. Mukesh has over 15 years of investment experience and prior to joining Actis, he was the founding member and led acquisitions for real estate proprietary private equity business at Standard Chartered Bank.   Mukesh holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Calcutta University and a MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow.

Nitin Arambam serves as General Manager of Asset Management at ESR India, a leading logistics real estate platform. With extensive experience in real estate asset management and investment strategies, he oversees portfolio optimization and value creation initiatives across ESR's Indian operations. His expertise spans commercial real estate development, tenant relationship management, and strategic asset positioning in the rapidly growing Indian logistics sector. Arambam brings deep market knowledge and operational excellence to drive sustainable returns for stakeholders while supporting ESR's expansion in the Asia-Pacific region's dynamic real estate landscape.

Senior leader with 25+ years of experience in Real Estate Investment Management, Credit, Project Finance, Investment Banking & Project Management in India and abroad. Heading Nippon India Real Estate investments since 2011 and prior to that had set up and anchored real estate private equity business in previous organization (ICICI Prudential AMC). He has well diversified experience over entire life cycle of Funds (domestic and offshore) and strong track record of investing in real estate projects (residential and commercial) across all stages in various formats across market cycles. Holds Masters in Business Management and B Tech (Civil Engg) and advance certifications from Wharton and Columbia Business School.

Preeti Chheda serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Mindspace Business Parks REIT and CFO & Compliance Officer at K Raheja Corp. Investment Managers Pvt Ltd.. She brings a wealth of experience in finance and investor relations, including prior tenures at Cairn India Ltd. and Shell Gas (LPG) India Pvt Ltd.. An integral leader within K Raheja Corp, a prominent Indian real estate conglomerate, Ms. Chheda is also an Executive Committee Member of the Indian REITs Association. She actively champions professional development, notably sponsoring PowHER, K Raheja Corp's Women's Employee Resource Group.

Advent Hotels International is the portfolio owner of Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt flagged operating and under-development assets, including India’s largest integrated hospitality development at Delhi Aerocity. Rahul was previously the CEO of Blackstone’s logistics business - Horizon Industrial Parks, co-founder and CEO of Warburg Pincus’ rental housing JV - Hamstede Living, MD & CEO - Tata Group’s Ginger Hotels, and led as President & ED - Lemon Tree Hotels. He is an Independent Director on the Board of Ixigo, and a member of CII’s National Committees on Tourism and Logistics. A former member of the Indian Karate Team, he also serves on the Economic Advisory Group of the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.

Ramesh Nair, a seasoned expert in the Indian real estate sector, currently serves as the MD & CEO of Mindspace Business Parks REIT. With over 25 years of experience, he has spearheaded firms like JLL India and Colliers India, managing large teams and ensuring targeted outcomes. An expert in India Inc., he's been on boards like the RICS Global Regulatory and South Asia, chaired CII Real Estate events, and advised Telangana State. A prolific writer for premier publications and a business news channel guest, he's also a faculty at top Indian business institutes. Ramesh excels in driving growth in evolving markets with astute strategy and compassionate leadership.

Ranganathan Jagannathan serves as CEO of Pragati Group, a prominent Indian conglomerate with diverse business interests spanning infrastructure, real estate, and industrial sectors. With extensive leadership experience in corporate strategy and business development, he has been instrumental in driving the company's growth and expansion across multiple verticals. Under his guidance, Pragati Group has strengthened its market position through strategic partnerships and innovative projects. Jagannathan brings deep expertise in operational excellence and stakeholder management, positioning the organization for continued success in India's dynamic business landscape.

Rituraj Verma brings 32 years of global experience across many classes of Real Estate including Residential, Commercial, Land, and Warehousing. He is currently a partner in the AIF2 fund – Nisus Finance Services Co Pvt. Ltd. where he is focused on last mile funding for residential projects in Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune and Hyderabad. In addition, he. heads the transaction advisory vertical which deals with finding solutions for real estate owners across a broad range of options including structured debt, takeovers, mergers and acquisitions, development management, etc. Rituraj holds a B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering (EC London) and an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the A.B. Freeman School of Business at Tulane University, New Orleans.

Sakar Mawandia serves as Investment Director for Private Equity in South Asia at CDC Group, the UK's development finance institution. Based in India, he focuses on identifying and managing private equity investments across South Asian markets. With expertise in emerging market investments and development finance, Mawandia plays a key role in CDC Group's mission to support sustainable economic growth in developing countries. His work involves evaluating investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and portfolio management across various sectors including financial services, healthcare, and infrastructure. He brings significant experience in private equity, venture capital, and impact investing to drive both financial returns and positive development outcomes in the region.

Sandeep Awasthi serves as Principal - Real Estate at Actis Advisors India. In this role, based in India, Sandeep contributes to the firm's real estate investment and development strategies.

Sanjay is the MD & CEO of TRIL and Tata Housing with over 28 years of experience in the Real Estate Development and Consulting space. He is managing 20 ongoing projects across 13 cities in India, Sri Lanka & Maldives, incl. Commercial, Retail, Hospitality and Residential as well as infrastructure projects incl. 3 rope ways, 4 roadways & a Metro project in Pune. Previously, he was CEO India Operations & Private Funds with The CapitaLand, a multinational Alternative Asset Management Company. Sanjay spent 23 years with top 3 global real estate consulting companies. He was MD South Asia at C&W (2001-2008 and 2012-2016), also CEO Business with JLL (2008 – 2012) and was one of the founder member of CBRE, India (1996-2001).

Saurabh Kala serves as the Executive Vice President - Operations at CR Realty, an India-based company. In this leadership role, he is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the company's operational strategies and functions.

Mr. Saurabh Rathi is working with Motilal Oswal from last 12 years and he is taking care of Real Estate Fund portfolio. He is an alumni from BITS Pilani and MBA From Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Study, Mumbai.He is an alumni of BITS Pilani and MBA from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management, Mumbai.

I am an alumnus of IIT Delhi (B.Tech 1993-97) and IIM Ahmedabad (PGDM Full time 2001-2003).
I have over 16 years of experience in corporate finance, investment management, private equity, financial advisory, business consulting and investment banking with focus on real estate. I have worked on all aspects of corporate finance including financial planning & analysis, business plan preparation and modelling, MIS systems and fund raising. I have worked as part of financial advisory, project finance and private equity teams, on all aspects of transaction management, in Ernst & Young, Axis Bank, Nomura and Old Lane. I am currently the CFO of Aliens Group and am focussing on financial management of the Group and fund raising initiatives

Shobhit Agarwal, MD & CEO of ANAROCK Capital Advisors, is a visionary entrepreneur and one of the prominent faces in the Indian real estate market. With a profound experience of over 22 years in real estate investments, he has been instrumental in leveraging Indian RE to the global Capital Market platform. At ANAROCK Capital, he steers the strategic direction for RE Investment Banking Advisory through various investment verticals to serve the best interest of his clients. His in-depth knowledge coupled with his long-standing relationships with developers & capital providers has resulted in multi-billion dollar deals. In his past role, he had a successful 17-year stint at JLL India where he led the Capital Markets division with aplomb.

He heads Infra practice at Equirus. Over 22 years of experience across Infra, pharma, healthcare, manufacturing, information technology etc. Vijay has vast experience in Deals across sector. Vijay has been instrumental in doing multiple Road M & A Deals, QIP for Road BOT Company and other transaction in Infrastructure Sector. During his tenure at KPMG, Vijay was involved in more than 150 M & A transactions across all sectors. Vijay is qualified Chartered Accountant and has completed Senior Management Programme from IIM Calcutta

Yash has 15+ years of overall experience, with 13 years in real estate investing & asset management, during which he worked on transactions of over USD 600MM. Prior to joining Welspun One, Yash was Principal at Proprium Capital Partners, with an AUM of c.USD 2BN (set up in 2013, as a result of restructuring in “MSREI” - Morgan Stanley’s RE Investment platform), where he was actively involved in setting up the India office, & was responsible for the asset management of the MSREI SSF III India portfolio and sourcing & execution of new deals. He holds a PG diploma in Business Administration from the Welingkar, Mumbai, and a B.Engg (Electronics & Telecommunications) from Mumbai University.