Shrini Viswanath, co-founder of Upstox, shares his journey from Wall Street to founding Upstox, emphasizing perseverance and finding guidance in autobiographies. He says: "Entrepreneurship is more like raising a child where it is a lifelong commitment. " He also says that he prioritizes fitness, reading, and IT support at home.
Sraboni Haralalka says: "In the competitive world of investment banking, what gives me an advantage is my background in humanities, experience in managing relationships, and knowledge of family office services. This unique blend helps me better understand the needs and challenges of promoters. I also recognise that behind every financial transaction lies a human story and am deeply aware that finance is not just about cold hard cash and profits but is intricately connected to people and each individuals motivations."
Taher Badshah says: "The beauty of our business is that every day is different and involves a lot of learning. Over the years, my role too, has transformed from research to portfolio management and further now to driving the business. This makes it exciting and challenging but also brings a different level of stress. The industry was always competitive, but the fast-changing configuration of markets and the regulatory landscape make it far more challenging."
Amar Ambani attributes his interest in equity research to his late father s influence. He emphasizes the importance of analyzing business fundamentals and values, rather than being in love with finance itself. Ambani values the opportunity to manage a team and appreciates the leadership roles he has had in his career. In his current role at YES Securities, he is focused on building an institutional franchise and conducting comprehensive research.