Apoorva Sharma

Apoorva Sharma, Managing Partner at Stride Ventures, is a pioneering figure in venture debt financing. With over 11 years of experience in the lending ecosystem, she oversees critical functions like fund raising, investor relations, and deal sourcing. Apoorva's leadership has led to groundbreaking deals across sectors like FinTech, Consumer, B2B commerce, and HealthTech. She holds the distinction of being one of the first Indian women to hold the position of Managing Partner at a venture debt fund. Apoorva's professional journey began at HSBC, where she contributed to debt capital markets and successful bond issuances. Later, at Xander Finance, she played a key role in deal sourcing and structuring investments across various sectors. Her academic credentials include post-graduation in management from the Indian Institute of Management Shillong and the prestigious CFA charter holder designation. At Stride Ventures, Apoorva's strategic acumen and financial expertise drive venture debt financing and strategic partnerships. Her remarkable journey inspires women in leadership roles across the finance industry.