Paradigm Shift Capital
Paradigm Shift Capital backs early-stage B2B technology startups from India targeting international markets.
Overview
Paradigm Shift Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 that backs entrepreneurs building globally relevant technology businesses from India. Its investment approach combines early-stage capital with the practical experience of operators and entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building and scaling companies.
Investment Focus and Stage
Paradigm Shift Capital primarily invests at the pre-seed and seed stages, with initial cheques historically ranging from $150,000 to $450,000. It focuses on B2B businesses where technical innovation can solve complex problems for global customers.
Its investment interests include AI and machine learning, enterprise SaaS, blockchain infrastructure, augmented and virtual reality, clean technology, and deep tech. The firm looks for technically strong founding teams with a clear understanding of their markets and the potential to build products for international customers.
Fund Size and Portfolio
Paradigm Shift Capital has invested in more than 20 startups. Its portfolio includes Ixana, Praan, Landeed, Zeda.io, Arcana Network, Segmind, TurboML, and RISA Labs.
These companies work across wearable computing, air pollution control, property data, developer infrastructure, generative AI, and enterprise software. The portfolio reflects the firm's focus on technically differentiated products addressing business problems across global markets.
Leadership
Dhruv Washishth is General Partner and a two-time entrepreneur. He previously founded a virtual-reality education startup in the Bay Area and worked on international growth at Segment before its acquisition by Twilio.
Surabhi Washishth is General Partner and brings experience in people leadership and organisational development. She previously held HR leadership roles at WeWork and Headout, supporting teams as the companies expanded.
Govind Mundhra is General Partner and a finance leader who previously served as CFO at WeWork and held a director role at InMobi. His experience includes financial strategy, fundraising, and scaling technology businesses.