Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, April 2025 — Shyam Srinivasan has been appointed as Senior Advisor and Operating Partner at TVS Capital Funds, bringing with him decades of leadership experience from his transformative tenure at Federal Bank and a distinguished career in the banking industry. As Managing Director and CEO of Federal Bank for over 14 years, Shyam played a pivotal role in expanding the bank’s national footprint, strengthening its digital banking capabilities, and embedding robust financial governance. Under his stewardship, Federal Bank evolved into a nationally recognized institution known for its innovation, growth, and customer-centric approach.
At TVS Capital Funds, Shyam will provide strategic guidance to portfolio companies, particularly those in financial services and technology-led sectors, helping them enhance governance, achieve operational excellence, and become IPO-ready. His vast experience and proven leadership will be instrumental in supporting the fund’s mission to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs and scale consumption-driven businesses.
Throughout his career, Shyam has received numerous accolades, including the Business Standard Banker of the Year (2020), Forbes Icon of Excellence (2025), and the Financial Express Lifetime Achievement Award, reflecting his profound impact on India’s financial ecosystem. His appointment signifies a key milestone in TVS Capital Funds’ commitment to nurturing resilient, high-growth enterprises.
Founded in 2007, TVS Capital Funds empowers next-generation entrepreneurs by providing capital and strategic management support to build companies of enduring value. Sponsored by the TVS Group and Shriram Group, the fund benefits from a strong business heritage and an extensive network of relationships across sectors. Led by Gopal Srinivasan, TVS Capital Funds manages the TVS Shriram Growth Fund, with over INR 3,000 crore raised across three funds. With a sharp focus on consumption-driven sectors such as financial services, food, and lifestyle, the fund is among the largest rupee capital investors in India.
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