Mr. Vishal Verma is an Investment Director at OIJIF, having been a key member of the Fund since 2012. With over 20 years of professional experience, including 16 years specializing in private equity investments in India, Vishal has developed a deep understanding of the mid-market landscape and a track record of delivering value for investors.

Vishal has been instrumental in managing OIJIF’s investments across key sectors, including consumer and financial services. Notable portfolio companies under his management include Stanley Lifestyles, Prince Pipes and Fittings, Crompton Greaves Consumer, PNB Metlife Insurance, Solar Industries, SSIPL Retail, and NCDEX. He has successfully driven significant returns for the Fund, including multi-bagger exits with Stanley Lifestyle and Prince Pipes.
Prior to joining OIJIF, Vishal was with ICICI Emerging India Fund, where he focused on investing in SME businesses across India. Earlier in his career, he gained valuable experience as an Investment Banking professional at ICICI Bank.

Vishal holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), New Delhi, and a B.Sc (Honours) in Physics from Delhi University.