Auxano Capital

Auxano Capital operates as a venture capital firm dedicated to nurturing early-stage, tech-enabled businesses primarily within the Indian market. The firm focuses on Seed and pre-Series A investments, deploying capital into sectors such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, agritech, fintech, and enterprise SaaS. With a portfolio spanning 37 investments across two active funds, Auxano Capital seeks to back companies poised for significant growth and impact.

The firm was co-founded in 2016 by Brijesh Damodaran and Ashish Padiyar. Their collaborative insight stemmed from a conviction that innovative entrepreneurs possess the potential to drive substantial economic and social transformation. Both founders brought extensive experience from the financial industry, which informed their approach to identifying and supporting promising ventures with a hands-on partnership model.

Auxano Capital primarily serves founders of burgeoning technology companies, offering not only financial backing but also strategic guidance and mentorship. The firm's long-term vision is centered on being a committed partner to these entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the complexities of building and scaling resilient businesses. It aims to empower the next generation of founders to achieve their full potential and contribute to future industry landscapes.