TVS Capital Funds (TCF), a leading Indian growth private equity firm, announced the appointment of Shyam Srinivasan as Senior Advisor and Operating Partner. Srinivasan, a distinguished figure in Indian banking, brings over 30 years of experience in institutional growth, digital transformation, and financial governance.
Banking Leadership & Industry Recognition
Srinivasan served as Managing Director & CEO of Federal Bank for 14 years. Under his leadership, the bank transformed from a regional entity into a nationally recognized institution with advanced digital banking capabilities, strong asset quality, and a robust innovation-driven culture.
His accomplishments include:
- Business Standard Banker of the Year (2020)
- Forbes Icon of Excellence (2025)
- Financial Express Lifetime Achievement Award
- Distinguished Alumnus Awards from IIM Calcutta and NIT Trichy
- Named among India’s Top 50 Best Leaders in Times of Crisis (2021) by the Great Place to Work Institute
Strategic Role at TVS Capital
As Senior Advisor and Operating Partner, Srinivasan will:
- Provide strategic insights and operational guidance to TCF’s portfolio companies
- Focus particularly on financial services and technology-driven businesses
- Strengthen governance, scale operational excellence, and foster IPO-readiness
Leadership Remarks
Gopal Srinivasan, Chairman and Managing Director of TVS Capital Funds, welcomed the appointment:
“With the launch of our fourth fund, TVS Capital is sharpening its focus on both control investing and transformational growth. Shyam’s strategic leadership and industry expertise will be invaluable as we partner with businesses scaling into IPO-ready institutions.”
About TVS Capital Funds
TVS Capital Funds (TCF) is a prominent growth-stage private equity firm with a 17-year track record focused on financial services and technology. With over 35 investments and 28 successful exits, TCF manages ₹5,000 crore across Fund III and Fund IV, making it one of India’s largest rupee capital funds.
TCF’s investment philosophy emphasizes:
- Idea-based investing
- Backing multi-decadal businesses
- Providing “capability capital” to build resilient, future-ready enterprises
As it raises its fourth fund, TVS Capital is aligned with India's broader economic journey toward becoming a $10 trillion economy.