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Ms. Radhika Gupta Dr. Vijay Kedia
Managing Director & CEO Director
Edelweiss Mutual Fund Kedia Securities

Radhika Gupta, the MD and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund (Asset Management Company Limited), is a Introduction – Mr. Vijay Kedia
transformative young leader in the Indian financial landscape. Her career, particularly her tenure at Edelweiss, has Mr. Vijay Kedia is a celebrated name in the world of investments, recognized for his extraordinary journey from humble
been transformative and significantly impactful on the asset management sector. She has been a Shark (i.e. beginnings to becoming one of India's most revered individual investors. With over three decades of unparalleled
judge/investor) on the business reality TV show Shark Tank India season – 3 airing on SonyLIV in 2024. experience in the stock market, Mr. Kedia exemplifies the power of perseverance, foresight, and unwavering belief in
the potential of India's growth story.
Professional Metamorphosis
Radhika's professional voyage commenced with technology giant Microsoft, transitioned to consulting at McKinsey, Starting his investment journey with zero capital, Mr. Kedia has become a living testament to the transformative
and further evolved in the finance domain at AQR Capital Management. The entrepreneurial spirit shone brightly with potential of well-researched and disciplined investing. Several of his investments have delivered exponential returns,
the inception of Forefront Capital Management in Mumbai, which was later acquired by the Edelweiss Group in 2014, appreciating over 100 times in the past 15–20 years. Among these remarkable successes, one stands out for its
marking her entry into the asset management sector. In 2017, at the age of 34, Radhika assumed the position of CEO jaw-dropping 16,400-times return, cementing his status as a market legend.
at Edelweiss Mutual Fund.
Beyond his achievements as an investor, Mr. Kedia is a sought-after thought leader and keynote speaker. His wisdom
Visionary Leadership and insights have resonated with students and professionals alike at prestigious institutions, including IIM
Under Radhika's stewardship, Edelweiss Asset Management witnessed a meteoric rise in Assets Under Management Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Amritsar, IIT Bombay, and the London Business School. Moreover, he has delivered
(AUM) from over ₹6,500 crore (as of 31st March 2017) to close to ₹1 lakh 40 thousand crore (as of 31st October inspiring talks at TEDx events on two occasions, captivating audiences with his unique perspective on life and
2024). Notably, she led the acquisition of JP Morgan Mutual Fund and seamlessly integrated it into Edelweiss in investing.
2016-2017. Additionally, Radhika spearheaded the launch of Bharat Bond ETF in 2019, India’s first corporate bond
ETF. In recognition of his contributions and exemplary accomplishments, Mr. Kedia was awarded a doctorate in 2017. His
accolades include the prestigious "ACE INVESTOR" award, presented by Hon’ble Ministers Shri Piyush Goyal and Shri
Radhika’s vision extended far beyond the conventional, as she was instrumental in carving out a niche for Edelweiss Devendra Fadnavis. He has also been conferred with numerous honors, including:
as a robust retail financial brand, even in the face of a highly competitive and dynamic industry landscape. Her
emphasis on creating innovative and customer-centric solutions has not only resonated with the marketplace but also • Sarvottam Samman (2020) by the Governor of Maharashtra,
helped cement Edelweiss Mutual Fund’s place as a top-tier performer, soaring to the 13th position by September 2023 • Shri Babasaheb Ambedkar Award, and
from the 30th rank in March 2017. This strategic positioning is a clear reflection of her unwavering focus on building • Shri Abdul Kalam Award.
a retail financial brand that stands out for its excellence and resilience in a crowded industry.
Mr. Kedia's impact extends beyond financial markets. With a passion for spreading financial literacy, he has written
Industry Recognition and sung more than 15 songs to educate and inspire investors. These creative endeavors underscore his belief that
Radhika's exceptional contributions to the industry have earned her a slew of prestigious awards. These include the investing is both an art and a science, requiring not just technical knowledge but also the right mindset and emotional
GQ India's 35 Most Influential Young Indians (MIYI 2024), Economic Times 40 Under 40 Business Leaders Award discipline.
(2021), Business Today's Most Powerful Women in Indian Business Award (2019 & 2021), Fortune India's 50 Most
Powerful Women in Business (2020), and Forbes Women Power's Self-Made Women accolade (2022). Further Through his remarkable journey, Mr. Vijay Kedia exemplifies the qualities of vision, resilience, and a commitment to
solidifying her global reputation in the finance domain, she was distinguished as a Young Global Leader in 2022 by the sharing knowledge. His story inspires countless individuals to dream big and achieve greatness in the face of
World Economic Forum. challenges.

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