Our Sponsors and Partners

Ascent Capital

Ascent Capital is a leading independent private equity firm. Focused on growth capital we propel the ambitions of passionate Indian entrepreneurs, while unlocking superior returns for our investors. Our demonstrated track record of successful investments, led by an experienced management team, positions our funds among top performers in India.
Ascent Capital currently advises and manages ITVUS (Fund I), Ascent India Fund (Fund II) and Ascent India Fund III.
 
Approach
Ascent Capital follows an entrepreneur-centric investment approach. We actively seek out promising Indian companies driven by visionary leadership. Our constant endeavour is to complement the strengths of the teams we back. Placing complete confidence in the ability of our partner entrepreneurs to build and manage their companies, we play an active role in scaling the enterprise.

Identifying tomorrow's leaders
We leverage our expertise and market insight to spot emerging opportunities with dynamic growth trajectories. We have, time and again, demonstrated our ability to recognize and support companies that have transformed into industry leaders.

Long-term outlook
We believe in long-term partnerships. This commitment brings stability to our investing relationships and provides our companies a strong platform to deliver outstanding growth. Our ambitions are fully aligned with those of our partner entrepreneurs.

Looking beyond funding
From raising additional capital, attracting senior management talent, maintaining high standards of corporate governance, preparing companies for successful IPOs to providing advice on inorganic growth plans, we leverage our experience and network to drive the success of every company we back.

Focus Sectors
We prefer to invest in:
* Sectors that address domestic demand driven by a fast growing consumer market. Services sectors that benefit from India's infrastructure boom.
* Sectors that leverage India's outsourcing strengths in services and manufacturing.