Sunil Varghese
About Sunil Varghese
Sunil Varghese serves as the Portfolio Management Lead at SolarMente and the Head of Sustainability Ventures at Plug and Play Tech Center. He specializes in corporate innovation and startup investment with a focus on social and environmental impact.
Work at SolarMente
Sunil Varghese serves as the Portfolio Management Lead at SolarMente, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on managing and optimizing the company's investment portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. His expertise in sustainability and corporate innovation contributes to the company's mission of fostering sustainable practices within the industry.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Since 2024, Sunil Varghese has been the Head of Sustainability Ventures at Plug and Play Tech Center, overseeing initiatives in Iberia and Benelux. His leadership in this role emphasizes the integration of sustainability into corporate innovation, impacting the global innovation landscape through regional initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Sunil Varghese has a diverse educational background, including an International MBA from IE Business School, where he studied Innovation Management, Strategy, and Entrepreneurship. He also completed Executive Education in Strategic Thinking for CXO at the University of Cambridge and Innovation Strategy at MIT Sloan Executive Education. Additionally, he holds a B.Arch from the University of Mumbai and has studied Sustainability & Service Design at Istituto Europeo di Design.
Professional Background
Sunil Varghese has held various roles in innovation and sustainability across multiple organizations. He worked as a Manager for Sustainability Ventures & Corporate Innovation EMEA at Plug and Play Tech Center from 2022 to 2023. His previous positions include Service Design Manager at Evolab, Senior Innovation Consultant at Opinno, and Founder/CEO of ROOTEVITY. His experiences span regions including East Africa, Spain, and Switzerland.
Commitment to Innovation and Impact
Sunil Varghese specializes in accelerating corporate innovation and investing in startups with a focus on social and environmental impact. He applies strategic vision and design thinking to areas such as sustainable fashion, new materials, and sustainable construction. His commitment to fostering innovation is evident in his role as a Startup Mentor at IE Business School and his involvement in various initiatives aimed at driving positive change.