The BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry Appoints Sushil Sharma, Founder- Marwari Catalysts as the Vice President of the Investment Vertical (Startup Vertical)
New Delhi, [India], February 13, 2025: The BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BRICS CCI) is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Sushil Sharma, Founder & CEO of Marwari Catalysts, as the Vice President of its Investment Vertical (Startup Wing). This appointment reflects BRICS CCI’s commitment to fostering a dynamic investment landscape across BRICS and allied nations, leveraging Mr. Sharma’s vast experience in entrepreneurship, investment, and startup acceleration.
A seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor, Mr. Sushil Sharma has been instrumental in revolutionizing India’s startup ecosystem, particularly in Tier II and Tier III cities. Having invested in over 90+ startups and built a strong network of 500+ co-founders, he has played a pivotal role in nurturing early-stage businesses and unlocking growth opportunities in emerging markets. Through Marwari Catalysts, India’s fastest-growing startup accelerator, he has empowered numerous entrepreneurs and facilitated high-impact collaborations between investors and founders.
With its rapidly growing portfolio of 90+ startups—70% of which have successfully raised seed funding—Marwari Catalysts has been at the forefront of driving innovation. The accelerator is also dedicated to promoting diversity, with 35% of its portfolio companies led by women founders. Through its flagship ‘Thrive’ startup acceleration program’, Marwari Catalysts provides entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, investor access, and structured growth opportunities.
In his capacity as the Vice President of the BRICS CCI Investment Vertical, Mr. Sharma will play a key role in enhancing cross-border investment opportunities, fostering partnerships between investors and high-potential startups, and facilitating knowledge exchange among industry leaders. His expertise in startup acceleration, venture capital, and market expansion will be instrumental in advancing BRICS CCI’s vision of building a robust and inclusive investment ecosystem.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Mr. Sushil Sharma remarked: “It is a privilege to be appointed as the Vice President of the Investment Vertical at BRICS CCI. I firmly believe that investment, when directed strategically, has the power to drive transformative change, unlocking opportunities for entrepreneurs and fostering sustainable economic growth. In this role, I look forward to strengthening cross-border collaborations, facilitating meaningful investments, and supporting visionary startups that have the potential to scale globally. Together, we will work towards creating a thriving ecosystem that fuels innovation and prosperity within the BRICS nations.”
By bringing on board industry leaders like Mr. Sushil Sharma, BRICS CCI continues to build a dynamic and collaborative ecosystem that supports innovation, economic expansion, and long-term prosperity across the BRICS+ bloc.
