Nihal Maunder
About Nihal Maunder
Nihal Maunder is a Junior Partner at Pantera, focusing on venture and growth investments since 2023, with a background in AI, ML, and blockchain investments.
Nihal Maunder's Role at Pantera
Nihal Maunder joined Pantera in 2023 as a Junior Partner, bringing his expertise to the firm's venture and growth investments. In his role, he is responsible for sourcing and evaluating new investment opportunities within Pantera's portfolio. His focus is on ventures that align with Pantera's strategic objectives in the venture and growth sectors, providing crucial insights and support to foster their development and maximize returns.
Professional Experience at 0x Labs
Before joining Pantera, Nihal Maunder worked on product and growth at 0x Labs. At 0x Labs, he contributed to the development of Web3 infrastructure protocols, which are foundational technologies for decentralized applications. His role involved collaboration across teams to drive product enhancements and ensure growth strategies were effectively implemented.
Career at Toyota Ventures
Nihal Maunder's career began at Toyota Ventures, where he focused on early-stage investments. At Toyota Ventures, he specialized in identifying promising startups within the AI, Machine Learning, and Blockchain verticals. His role entailed assessing new technologies, market potentials, and contributing to investment decisions that aligned with Toyota Ventures' innovation goals.
Education: UC Berkeley Data Science
Nihal Maunder is a graduate of UC Berkeley, where he earned a B.A. in Data Science. His academic background provided a solid foundation in analyzing and interpreting complex data, skills that he has transferred to his professional roles. His education at UC Berkeley equipped him with the technical knowledge and analytical skills necessary for his career in venture capital and technology investments.