TVS Capital Funds (TCF), a growth private equity firm, announced the appointment of Chandrasekar V as Partner, Research. Chandra brings with him over two decades of rich experience from McKinsey & Company, where he specialised in building, transforming, and leading at-scale high-performance research teams.
In his new role at TCF, Chandra will focus on enhancing the firm’s research capabilities, driving data-driven insights, and supporting the strategic decision-making process across the firm’s investing activities.
Chandra has spearheaded one of McKinsey’s largest research teams, guiding comprehensive research initiatives across various sectors and geographies. His leadership extended to talent management, client engagement, and operational excellence, ensuring the team’s alignment with McKinsey’s global objectives. Additionally, as a knowledge specialist in the TMT sector, Chandra brought deep technical expertise, advising McKinsey teams worldwide.
At McKinsey, Chandra led the establishment and growth of the Client Capabilities Hubs in Chennai and Bangalore, which now comprise close to 300 professionals, including analysts, data scientists, and solution builders. In this role, he set the long-term strategic direction, encouraged cross-team innovation, and ensured the hubs’ relevance and impact in serving global clients.
Gopal Srinivasan, Chairman and Managing Director of TVS Capital Funds, commented on the appointment, “Chandra’s extensive background in building and leading high-performance team leadership and innovation aligns perfectly with our strategic goals. His insights and experience will be instrumental as we continue to back entrepreneurs building India’s future.”
