Anand Sambasivan
About Anand Sambasivan
Anand Sambasivan is the Co-founder and CEO of PrimaryBid.com, a position he has held since 2016 in London, United Kingdom. He has a background in investment banking and economics, with previous roles at Credit Suisse and Banc of America Securities.
Work at PrimaryBid
Anand Sambasivan serves as the Co-founder and CEO of PrimaryBid.com, a position he has held since 2016. Under his leadership, the company has focused on democratizing access to public equity offerings, allowing retail investors to participate alongside institutional investors. His experience in capital markets significantly influenced the founding of PrimaryBid, aiming to bridge the gap between retail and institutional investment opportunities. The company operates from London, United Kingdom, and has established itself as a key player in the fintech sector.
Education and Expertise
Anand Sambasivan has a strong educational background in economics. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Johns Hopkins University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. Prior to this, he attended the United World College of S.E. Asia, achieving the International Baccalaureate and IGCSE qualifications from 1991 to 1998. Additionally, he attended Columbia Law School, where he was recognized as a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar, further enhancing his expertise in finance and law.
Background in Investment Banking
Anand Sambasivan began his career in investment banking, working with Banc of America Securities from 2002 to 2007, focusing on financial institutions. He then joined Credit Suisse, where he continued to specialize in investment banking for financial institutions from 2007 to 2009. His extensive experience in investment banking laid the groundwork for his later ventures in the financial sector, including his role in founding PrimaryBid.
Previous Entrepreneurial Experience
Before co-founding PrimaryBid, Anand Sambasivan was the Co-founder and CEO of Darwin Strategic Limited from 2010 to 2018. During this time, he focused on developing investment strategies and financing solutions for publicly listed companies. His entrepreneurial journey reflects a commitment to innovation in the financial services industry, leveraging his background in investment banking to create new opportunities for investors.