- About Gautam Shah
Gautam Shah is a seasoned leader with over twenty years of extensive experience in the finance and real estate sectors. His astute grasp of business intricacies and foresight on economic trends have positioned Gautam as a strategic mastermind, consistently shaping the success of organizations he has been associated with. In his role as the Managing Director at FynX, a reputed NBFC, Gautam would be responsible for providing strategic direction and overseeing operations and performance.
In 2001, he launched his entrepreneurial career in real estate development, meticulously refining his skills in optimizing capital allocation and tailoring projects to client needs. Over the years, his company has delivered an impressive portfolio exceeding 1.5 million square feet, serving esteemed clients such as Amazon India, D-mart, and Pharmeasy. Recently, Gautam also extended his portfolio into the realm of fiber optics, demonstrating his ability to embrace new frontiers. His company achieved a significant milestone by efficiently completing the Mumbai-Pune highway project within a brief timeframe of just four months.
As a serial startup investor, Gautam began his investment journey in 2017 with Prisma, an IBM adjunct at the forefront of AR and VR technology, followed by a strategic partnership in 2018 with Arya.AI, a Mumbai-based AI startup known for its innovative solutions empowering banks, insurers and financial analysts. Moreover, Gautam co-founded and invested in BillMart.com, a digital bill discounting platform catering to the needs of supply chains, MSMEs and SMEs, particularly amidst the post-pandemic landscape. Under his leadership, the platform disbursed over ₹400 crores in loans within just eight months of its inception.
Gautam’s academic credentials include a graduation degree from Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics followed by an MBA in Marketing from JBIMS in 2001. Beyond his professional endeavors, Gautam serves as a Trustee of two registered charitable foundations in Mumbai, reflecting his commitment to social responsibility and community development.
Outside the boardroom, Gautam derives fulfillment from mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs and indulging in recreational pursuits such as squash, badminton and chess.