Adarsh Sarma
About Adarsh Sarma
Adarsh Sarma is a Managing Director and Partner at Warburg Pincus LLC, where he has worked since 2005. He has played a significant role in establishing the technology vertical for the firm in Europe and has been recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential in European Private Equity from 2020 to 2022.
Work at Warburg Pincus
Adarsh Sarma has been with Warburg Pincus LLC since 2005, serving as Managing Director and Partner. He has played a significant role in establishing the technology vertical for the firm in Europe after relocating to London in late 2016. Prior to this, he held the position of Co-Head of Europe at Warburg Pincus. His tenure at the firm spans over 19 years, during which he has been involved in numerous transactions and investment strategies.
Education and Expertise
Adarsh Sarma holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry and Economics from Knox College, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Chicago between 1999 and 2001. His academic background supports his expertise in finance and investment, particularly in the technology sector.
Background
Before joining Warburg Pincus, Adarsh Sarma worked at ChrysCapital as a Principal from 2002 to 2005 in Palo Alto, California. His experience in the private equity sector began there, contributing to his development as a leader in investment strategies focused on technology and business services.
Achievements
Adarsh Sarma has been recognized by Financial News and Private Equity News as one of the 50 Most Influential in European Private Equity from 2020 to 2022. His influence in the industry is reflected in his involvement in 24 transactions, with over $5 billion of capital invested, primarily in growth and late-stage buyouts across the technology, data, and business services sectors in both the US and Europe.