Anand Agarwal
About Anand Agarwal
Anand Agarwal serves as an Operating Partner at General Atlantic, focusing on investments in India and Southeast Asia. He has over 25 years of experience in finance roles, including his previous position as India Consumer CFO at Amazon.
Work at General Atlantic
Anand Agarwal currently serves as an Operating Partner at General Atlantic, a role he has held since 2024. Based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, he focuses on the firm's investments in India and South East Asia. In this capacity, he provides strategic support for growth companies, leveraging his extensive experience in finance and management.
Experience at Amazon
Prior to his current role, Anand Agarwal worked at Amazon as the India Consumer CFO from 2016 to 2024. During his eight years in Bengaluru, Karnataka, he was responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategies for the consumer division, contributing to Amazon's growth in the Indian market.
Career at Britannia Industries Limited
Anand Agarwal spent a significant portion of his career at Britannia Industries Limited, where he held multiple roles over several years. His positions included Executive Assistant to the Managing Director, General Manager - Finance and Taxation, Head - Taxation, and Commercial Manager - Dairy. His tenure at Britannia spanned from 2002 to 2015, during which he gained comprehensive experience in finance and taxation.
Educational Background
Anand Agarwal's educational journey includes studying at Church School Beldih and Rajendra Vidyalaya, where he completed his Class 10 and achieved a score of 10. He also holds a B.Com (H) from Goenka College of Commerce, completed in 1998. Additionally, he is a Chartered Accountant, having studied at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India from 1996 to 1999.
Professional Experience Overview
With over 25 years of experience in diverse finance roles across multiple industries, Anand Agarwal has developed a robust skill set. His career includes positions at Price Waterhouse as an ABAS Senior and at Syngenta as Head Finance - South Asia. His extensive background equips him with the expertise to navigate complex financial landscapes.