Gordon Dsouza
About Gordon Dsouza
Gordon Dsouza is a Summer Intern at Aditya Birla Group and Principal at NIIF, with over 15 years of experience in private equity focusing on minority growth investments.
Current Position at National Investment and Infrastructure Fund
Gordon Dsouza currently holds the position of Principal at the Strategic Opportunities Fund within the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) in Mumbai. He is responsible for leading growth equity investments, particularly targeting sectors such as manufacturing, digital/tech, financial services, and social infrastructure. His role involves investing between USD 50 – 150 million per deal and leveraging NIIF's networks to support key industries within the national context.
Previous Roles in the Private Equity Industry
Gordon Dsouza has accumulated over 15 years of experience in the private equity industry. His previous roles include working at IDFC Alternatives for several years, progressing from Associate to Associate Director from 2008 to 2019. He also served as an Associate Director at INVESTCORP for 12 years. Earlier in his career, he held positions such as Analyst at IDFC FIRST Bank and Engineer at Siemens Ltd, demonstrating a diverse range of expertise within the finance and engineering sectors.
Educational Background
Gordon Dsouza earned a PGDBM in Finance and Strategy from the Management Development Institute, Gurgaon, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI) from 2000 to 2004. His foundational education includes an HSC in Science and Computer Science from Kishinchand Chellaram (KC) College, Mumbai, and earlier schooling at St Annes High School, Orlem, Mumbai.
Internship Experience
In addition to his extensive professional experience, Gordon Dsouza is currently serving as a Summer Intern at Aditya Birla Group in Mumbai. This role adds to his already diverse resume, showcasing his continuous engagement with the industry and a desire to expand his professional skills and knowledge.
Passion for Investing
Gordon Dsouza's passion for investing began at the age of 18 when he started managing his parents' stock portfolio. This early experience has shaped his career, leading to a focus on minority growth investments and working with India's entrepreneurial talent. He enjoys the privilege of meeting and collaborating with entrepreneurs, which he considers one of the most rewarding aspects of his career.