Avik Ashar is an experienced professional in the venture capital and startup ecosystem, currently serving as a Principal at Artha Venture Fund. In addition to this role, Avik Ashar contributes as a Board Observer for several companies, including Everest Fleet Pvt. Ltd., Daalchini - Smart Vending Machines, Futwork, and Lemnisk. Avik Ashar holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Jai Hind College, Mumbai, completed between 2009 and 2012, and a Diploma in Public Relations from EMDI, obtained in 2011.