Our Team

Experienced investors and operators with a passion for building global businesses

When building a global business across US-India markets, founders need more than capital-they need partners who've walked the path before. BAT VC's team represents the perfect balance of investment acumen and operational expertise to guide startups through their most critical phase: finding product-market-fit across two of the world's most dynamic economies.

BAT VC is led by an accomplished and diversified team of investors, operators, and executives with a combined 100+ years of experience building and scaling cross-border businesses, particularly within the US-India corridor. Our team brings unique expertise that differentiates our investment approach and supports portfolio companies' growth.

Leadership Team

Aditya Mishra

Managing Director & General Partner

US-Based

Aditya Mishra architected Fund I's investment strategy while drawing on his founder journey at Facelogique and executive leadership at Yahoo!, G/O Media, and Accenture. His cross-border operational expertise and deep B2B experience uniquely equip him to guide startups scaling between US and India.

Ravi Metta

US Head & General Partner

US-Based

Ravi brings substantial experience in technology leadership and product engineering, having served on the C-Suite at multiple companies, public and private. His deep understanding of AI, SaaS, and enterprise software makes him a valuable partner for founders building global-first businesses from the US and India.

Manish Maheshwari

India Head & General Partner

India-Based

Manish blends entrepreneurial grit with corporate leadership, having built and exited startups while leading businesses at Twitter, Flipkart, and Intuit. Having served on the Governing Council of Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), he brings deep expertise in India's digital landscape and AI policy.

Adelina Pepenella

CFO & COO

US-Based

Experienced Chief Financial Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the rapidly evolving digital and print media industry within a Private Equity portfolio. Skilled in accounting, M&A, FP&A, cash flow management, strategic leadership, financial reporting, and contract negotiations.

Robert J. Potvin Jr.

Global Biz Dev & IR Partner

US-Based

Mr. Potvin brings over 25 years of institutional investment expertise, including growing Gaurdiian Fund from startup to $1.5B in assets while at Definitive Capital Management. He has held senior positions at Mellon Asset Management and The Boston Company.