Menka Patel

Menka Patel serves as a Principal Investor at Amla Ventures, focusing on early-stage companies in consumer technology, healthcare, and sustainability since 2020. In addition to this role, Menka is a Limited Partner at SoGal Ventures and an Investor at VU Venture Partners, which invests globally in Seed to Series B rounds. As an Advisor and Investor at Lilu, Inc., Menka supports the development of tech-enabled devices aimed at empowering new mothers. Menka is also a member of the FemTech Association of Asia, collaborating with professionals dedicated to enhancing women's health through technology. Previously, Menka held significant strategic roles at kate spade new york, managing business development across multiple Asian markets, and served in various capacities at Scoop NYC and Liz Claiborne International Ltd., focusing on international growth and financial analysis. Education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy from Columbia University.