Jan 11, 2024
The combination of experience and conviction is typically a decent recipe for success and today’s guest is a great example of having the courage to pivot professionally (Equity Sales Side Analyst to Portfolio Manager) for what you believe in.
Arvind Sanger is the founder and managing partner of Geosphere Capital, a global long-short fund manager currently investing in natural resources, new energy, and Indian equities. Previously, he was a Portfolio Manager at SAC Capital (his portfolio grew very quickly), running one of the largest equity portfolios and managing a global team based in New York and Singapore. Prior to his tenure at SAC, Arvind had a 15-year career as a top-ranked sell-side oil services & equipment analyst at several firms, including Deutsche Bank, DLJ and Kidder Peabody, among others. Arvind graduated from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and received his MBA from Tulane University. He is on the board of the Alexander Hamilton Society, Pratham USA and Pratham Educational Foundation in India.
On our episode, Arvind shares his professional journey, why the focus on sustainable energy, time at SAC Capital, inspirations along the way, and proudest moments.