Arshia Mal is on the investment team at WTFund, where she focuses on backing young, often first-time, founders. A former founder herself and an Antler India Fellow, she brings firsthand entrepreneurial experience to her role. She is a graduate of Ashoka University.
Her personal passion lies in sustainability, which was the catalyst for her first startup, SoulSwap, a clothing-swapping platform aimed at Gen-Z. This venture highlights her interest in creating solutions for the circular economy and promoting mindful consumption among young people.
Unique fact: Before becoming an investor, she founded a sustainable fashion startup while still in university.
Arshia Mal
Investments at WTFund
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Overview
Topics They Care About
Early-Stage Investing
Her role at WTFund is centered on discovering and supporting exceptional, young, and often first-time entrepreneurs working on significant problems.
Sustainable Fashion
She founded SoulSwap, a clothing swap platform for Gen-Z, demonstrating a personal commitment to the circular economy and sustainable consumer habits.
Founder Mentorship
As an ex-founder, she understands the entrepreneurial journey and is passionate about providing meaningful support and guidance to the founders she backs.
Media Appearances
Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath launches WTFund for young entrepreneurs. Featured in Economic Times
Work History
3-2024
Investments at WTFund
2-2024
Investments at NKSquared
5-2022 - 1-2024
Founder at SoulSwap
1-2022 - 8-2023
Antler India Fellow at Antler
1-2022 - 5-2022
Teaching Assistant at Ashoka University
Education
8-2021 - 5-2022
Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Studies and Research (DipASR) from Ashoka University
8-2018 - 5-2021
Bachelor of Science - BS from Ashoka University
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Location : Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Designation : Investments at WTFund
