Driving Innovation for Positive Social Impact
Priya Shah brings 15 years of experience in social impact, finance, and policy across the US, UK, and Indian markets. She played a key role in establishing the Indian Fund arm of Yunus Social Business (YSB), a global venture debt fund founded by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus. Priya held a leadership position at Simpa Networks, a clean-tech, venture-backed company, where she led initiatives related to strategy, capital raising, and special projects. She gained valuable experience at Bloomberg LP and undertook consulting projects with impact start-ups and advisory firms. Priya holds an MBA from Cambridge Judge Business School and a BA in History from Brown University, combining her expertise in finance, social impact, and policy.
Theia Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage companies with a strong emphasis on technology and innovation. Led by Priya Shah, the firm leverages her expertise in the social impact and finance sectors. Theia Ventures seeks to invest in startups that can generate significant positive change in sectors like environmental sustainability, healthcare, and education. With a mission to create a positive social transformation while delivering sustainable financial returns, Theia Ventures provides strategic guidance and support to its portfolio companies, driving innovation and social change in the startup ecosystem.