Ajay Rajgarhia is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in finance, entrepreneurship, and investment. He obtained his MBA from the Simon School, University of Rochester, NY, USA, specializing in Finance in 1990. Ajay began his career as an investment banker at Lazard Creditcapital, where he managed IPOs for notable companies like Bausch & Lomb, India.
In 2007, Ajay ventured into the manufacturing and export of readymade garments by founding Axis Cottex Pvt. Ltd. As the company's leader, he navigated the changing business landscape before eventually transitioning out of the business due to evolving market dynamics.
Ajay served as the Managing Director of APM Finvest Ltd, a listed NBFC, until 2022, when he successfully divested the company. Currently, he oversees Rajgarhia Leasing and Financial Services Pvt. Ltd., where he is instrumental in making strategic investment decisions.
Apart from his financial ventures, Ajay is actively involved in the startup ecosystem as an angel investor and mentor, backing over 25 startups directly and several more through LPs. He sits on the board of various startups, providing valuable guidance and mentorship across sectors.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Ajay is passionate about photography. He is the driving force behind www.wonderwall.co.in, India's pioneering e-commerce platform dedicated to art photography. The platform expanded to establish a physical presence in 2011 at Lado Sarai, Delhi's renowned Art District.