Gauri Chawla joins VentureOn Partners as General Partner (USA)
VentureOn Partners appoints Gauri Chawla as General Partner to elevate global presence
Brisbane, Australia - 22 November, 2023
VentureOn Partners Pty Ltd ("VentureOn"), a leading venture capital firm in Brisbane, Australia, proudly announces the appointment of Gauri Chawla as its new General Partner, marking a strategic move in line with the firm's dedication to diverse expertise, global expansion, and innovation in Proptech and Contech.
Gauri Chawla, a forward-thinking executive strategist with a distinguished career spanning global enterprises, SaaS leaders, and IT/digital players, joins VentureOn to contribute to the legacy of scaling innovative ventures. In her role as a founding General Partner alongside Matt Green in North America, Gauri brings a unique perspective with a focus on global expansion, aligning seamlessly with VentureOn's commitment to nurturing and supporting SaaS founders for ecosystem growth, including those in Proptech and Contech.
Originally from Toronto and now calling Chicago home, Gauri adds a unique international flavor to the VentureOn team. With a proven track record as the Senior Vice President of Global Partners & Alliances at inriver, Gauri has driven millions in revenue, forged partnerships with industry giants like Salesforce & SAP, and played a pivotal role in inriver's successful sale to a private equity firm. Recognised in 2020 as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders in SaaS by The Software Report, Gauri's expertise extends across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
"We are thrilled to welcome Gauri Chawla as our new General Partner. Her extensive experience in driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships makes her an invaluable addition to our team," said Ricky Sevta, Co-Founding Partner at VentureOn.
Gauri's appointment underscores VentureOn's commitment to fostering diverse expertise and nurturing both local and global companies for success in the venture capital landscape. Ricky Sevta further emphasised, "Our focus is on not only fostering local innovation but also contributing to the global growth of the SaaS, Proptech, and Contech ecosystems."
"I'm excited to join VentureOn and contribute to its mission of scaling innovative ventures from the ANZ region. Together, we will drive growth and success in the dynamic landscape of SaaS, Proptech, and Contech," expressed Gauri Chawla.
This strategic addition to the VentureOn team aligns with the firm's mission of providing both financial and operational expertise to drive growth and international success for innovative startups.
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Founded in 2023 by a group of former SaaS founders and operators, VentureOn Partners specialises in SaaS companies with mission-critical products. The group offers a unique blend of working capital and operational experience to software companies, enabling exceptional growth over a 3-4 year period. VentureOn Partners actively seeks new investments within the SaaS sector. For more information, please visit [ventureon.com.au].
Contact:
[Ricky Sevta]
[General Partner, VentureOn]
[ricky.sevta@ventureon.com.au]
