New Delhi: In India’s evolving startup and investment landscape, one name stands out for marrying global insight with local ambition: Vandana Tolani, Founder and CEO of Convanto. With 25 years of experience in international and domestic business advisory, Vandana has earned her reputation as a trusted mentor to entrepreneurs and a key player in venture‑capital and fundraising arenas.
Vandana’s journey is far from ordinary. Before launching Convanto, she spent more than 15 years in Southeast Asia — partnering with family offices and angel investors across a range of industries. That global exposure gave her a deep understanding of how investors think, what founders need, and how to build sustainable partnerships. When she returned to India, it wasn’t just to start another firm. She aimed to make fundraising transparent, accessible and strategic — regardless of startup size or stage.
Under her leadership, Convanto has quickly become one of India’s most respected boutique investment banks. Alongside global platforms like Stripe, Vandana has helped over 400 companies across 45 countries raise capital. She has also supported five venture‑capital funds in achieving their portfolio goals. From seed‑stage startups to growth‑stage ventures, Convanto has facilitated investments ranging from US $1 million to $100 million, always emphasizing clarity, credibility, and long‑term value creation.
But Vandana’s impact doesn’t end with fundraises. She’s a recognised global speaker, mentor, and thought leader — having spoken at more than 350 events worldwide about startup funding, investor‑readiness and global capital flows. With over 60,000 followers on LinkedIn, and sessions available on YouTube, Spotify, and her website, she continues to shape entrepreneurial thinking in India and beyond.
Her accolades reflect her influence. Featured among “40 Over 40: Inspiring Leaders of 2025” on ET Now, she’s also been honoured as one of the Top 10 Women Leaders in Wealth Management (2021), Women Entrepreneur of the Year (2021 & 2023), and received the Global Woman Leader Award from the World Women Congress. Convanto itself was named Best Financial Institution Supporting Startups in India by a panel including former Lt. Governor Dr. Kiran Bedi.
Vandana Tolani’s journey stands as a powerful example of what purpose‑driven leadership can achieve. By mentoring founders, bridging investors across continents, and leading with integrity and vision, she continues to empower the next generation of global entrepreneurs — proving that in finance, leadership isn’t just about capital, but about commitment, clarity and long‑term impact.
