Samar Ali
Research Analyst @ Regarde Familia | Financial Modelling & Valuation | Ex Mangusta Capital
Greater Bengaluru Area
1+ year of work experience
Jul 20263 mosPresent
Remote
At LvlUp Ventures, I work at the intersection of innovation and investment, scouting high-potential early-stage startups, understanding their unique visions, and connecting them with the capital and guidance they need to grow.
If you're a founder building something bold, disruptive, or meaningful, I’d love to hear from you. Whether you're raising your first round or preparing to scale, let’s talk about how LvlUp Ventures can support your journey with more than just funding.
contact: samar86678@gmail.com
Apr 20266 mosPresent
United States
Source and screen investment opportunities across VC, PE, and Private Credit strategies, assessing IRR, downside risk, and portfolio construction across AI, Cybersecurity, EdTech, and Genomics verticals.
Conduct LP-side manager research and investment analysis, assessing market trends, fund strategies, historical performance, and risk-return characteristics through direct engagement with fund managers and GPs.
Jan 20264 mosApr 2026
Remote
- Screened 20+ AI startups across industries to identify scalable investment opportunities.
- Conducted market sizing, competitive analysis, and technology evaluation.
- Prepared due diligence and investment synthesis reports summarizing market opportunity and investment risks.
- Analyzed industry trends and adoption patterns across AI-enabled businesses.
- Prepared investment memos summarizing business model, market opportunity, competitive landscape, and key risks to support investment decision-making.
- Developed investment thesis summaries and diligence notes used in internal startup evaluation discussions.
Nov 20252 mosDec 2025
Remote
Investment Banking Intern at Marquee Equity, a global fundraising and deal origination platform. In this role, I am gaining hands-on exposure to financial modeling, valuation analysis, and investor outreach. My responsibilities include supporting fundraising activities, preparing pitch materials, conducting industry research, and assisting in deal structuring for startups and SMEs. This internship is enabling me to strengthen my analytical and research skills while building a deeper understanding of investment banking, private equity, and venture capital processes.
Jun 20242 mosJul 2024
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
• Managed and optimized product listings on Amazon and Flipkart for accuracy and search
visibility.
• Coordinated with internal teams for timely order fulfillment and resolved shipping issues.
• Conducted keyword research and implemented SEO strategies to enhance product
discoverability.
• Collaborated with the creative team to develop engaging visuals for product listings.
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Education
Advanced Valuation and Financial Modelling
The Valuation School
20252025
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Finance, General
PES University
20214 yrs2025
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