Capital-A

Profile

Capital-A is an Indian venture capital firm based in India, founded in 2021 by Ankit Kedia, a seasoned entrepreneur with experience in scaling manufacturing businesses at Manjushree Technopack. The firm is known for its operator-led approach and focuses on deep operating involvement with its portfolio companies. Capital-A differentiates itself by working closely with founders on execution, operating discipline, and scaling their businesses. The team is composed of experienced industrialists who bring valuable insights into manufacturing and technology sectors.

Capital-A invests in advanced manufacturing, AI, robotics, defence and aerospace components, semiconductors, and hardware technologies. The firm targets the seed and pre-Series A stages, with investments size ranging from $1-5 million. The firm primarily invests in India, leveraging its industrial expertise to drive growth in these sectors. Currently, Capital-A is managing its second fund, targeting an eventual $31.8 million with a greenshoe option to increase to $42.5 million. Notable investors include the Chamaria Group, Steel House Family Office, and Anand Rathi Group.

Notable investments by Capital-A include Manastu Space - space technology, Agrileaf - agri-tech solutions, Misochain - blockchain applications, and CraftifAI - AI solutions. The firm has been actively deploying capital with a total of seven investments made so far, showcasing its focus on developing the industrial economy in India.