Edtech unicorn PhysicsWallah has roped in Amit Sachdeva as its chief financial officer. In another development, Fireside Ventures has appointed Adarsh Menon, former Flipkart senior vice president, as an operating partner.
PhysicsWallah ropes in Amit Sachdeva as CFO
Edtech unicorn PhysicsWallah Thursday announced that it has roped in Amit Sachdeva as its chief financial officer.
In his new role, Sachdeva will lead the strategic and financial initiatives at the edtech company.
Under his leadership, PhysicsWallah aims to strengthen its financial oversight and planning, drive sustainable growth, and further its mission of providing quality education, the company said in a statement.
“Amit’s experience in financial leadership and his focus on robust corporate governance will be invaluable as we continue our efforts to grow and broaden our educational impact. His approach to finance as a transformative tool aligns with PW’s goals,” said Alakh Pandey, Founder and CEO of PhysicsWallah.
Amit Sachdeva has previously served as the CFO of Blinkit. In the past, Sachdeva has worked across multiple industries in consumer tech, and IT/ITeS, and has held leadership roles at organizations such as IGT Solutions, Blinkit, and Wipro.
Fireside appoints Adarsh Menon as operating partner
Fireside Ventures, an early-stage venture fund focusing on consumer brands, has appointed Adarsh Menon, former Flipkart senior vice president, as an operating partner.
Menon will be part of Fireside’s leadership team and serve on the boards of select portfolio companies, providing expert guidance.
“As we continue to grow and evolve as a fund, it’s essential to bring in leaders who share our passion for building sustainable, iconic consumer brands. Adarsh’s impressive track record in scaling businesses, coupled with his deep expertise in FMCG and e-commerce, makes him an invaluable asset to our team and portfolio companies. His appointment reinforces our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs with top-notch expertise, and we’re confident that his mentorship will help our companies navigate the complexities of the consumer landscape,” said Fireside Ventures, founder & managing partner, Kanwaljit Singh.
With over 23 years of experience across sales and marketing leadership at organisations like Flipkart, Hindustan Unilever Ltd, and GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, Menon brings with him skills in team building, mentoring industry leaders, and driving business growth.
