Saagar Bhavsar
About Saagar Bhavsar
Saagar Bhavsar is a Partner at Begin Capital, where he leads investments in technology start-ups focused on cloud, app, data infrastructure, and AI. He has over a decade of experience in financial technology, having held various roles at SimCorp and Nauta Capital, and holds a CFA charter along with advanced degrees in Mathematics and Business Administration.
Work at Begin Capital
Saagar Bhavsar serves as a Partner at Begin Capital, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads pre-seed and series A investments in innovative technology start-ups, with a focus on sectors such as cloud computing, application development, data infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. Prior to becoming a Partner, he worked as a Principal at Begin Capital from 2022 to 2023. Throughout his tenure, he has led over 15 investment deals, demonstrating his commitment to supporting entrepreneurs in the technology space.
Education and Expertise
Saagar Bhavsar has a strong educational background in mathematics and business. He studied at the University of Bath, where he earned a Master of Mathematics (MMath) from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education at London Business School, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Finance from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he holds a CFA charter, which signifies his expertise in investment management and financial analysis.
Background in Financial Technology
Saagar Bhavsar has over a decade of experience in the financial technology sector. He began his career at Acturis as a Technical Business Consultant from 2010 to 2011, followed by various roles at SimCorp, where he worked as a Junior Business Consultant, Business Consultant, and Senior Business Consultant from 2011 to 2016. His experience at SimCorp provided him with insights into the needs and challenges of major financial players globally. He also served as a Buy-Side Technologist and Program Manager for fixed income and derivatives products.
Investment Management Experience
Before joining Begin Capital, Saagar Bhavsar held positions at several investment firms. He worked as an Investment Associate at SquareOne (previously Paua Ventures) in 2018 and as an Investment Manager at Nauta Capital from 2018 to 2022. His roles in these firms involved evaluating and managing investments in technology start-ups, further enhancing his expertise in the investment landscape.
Personal Interests
Saagar Bhavsar has a range of personal interests that complement his professional pursuits. He enjoys exploring sci-fi and technology through books, movies, and comics. He has an affinity for technical challenges and often engages with classic tactical RPGs. Additionally, he is an avid consumer of media, frequently watching, listening to, and reading about movies. His musical tastes include rap, metal, and jazz.