सीVCism — a Tattva original

For our fourth episode, we take a deep dive into the mechanics of building a Corporate Venture Capital arm from the ground up.Joining the conversation are Sriharsha Bandaluppi and Shashvat Somany, as they unpack the thinking, structure, and realities behind setting up and running a CVC.Together, they explore:Intent before investment — why clarity of purpose shapes every decisionTalent as the differentiator — the need for dual fluency across startups and corporatesThe CVC structure — from deal flow and POCs to IC and board approvalsPOCs as the real filter — where most opportunities are truly testedBU alignment — navigating internal buy-in and the triad of returnsGovernance in motion — the role of ICs and boards in decision-makingEvangelism and scale — turning pilots into organisation-wide momentumA grounded look at CVCs — focused less on theory, and more on the systems, decisions, and execution that make them work.Hosted by Team Tattva — because at Tattva, the pilot is the product.🎧 Listen & Watch सीVCismTo see more of TattvaSubscribe to सीVCism🔗 Follow SIG TattvaLinkedInInstagramDisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Somany Impresa Group, SIG Tattva, or any affiliated entities. This content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, or financial advice.

For our third episode, we are joined by Nikhil Choudhary, Founder & Partner at Nirman Ventures, a firm known for its operator-first lens and disciplined approach to investing. Joining him in conversation is Sriharsha Bandaluppi, Head of SIG Tattva. Together, they explore: The Operator’s Edge — why operating experience shapes sharper investing Venture capital across geographies — how India, US, and Europe truly differ AI hype vs real conviction — separating signal from noise Defensibility debate — agentic systems vs robotics-led approaches India’s cap table problem and its long-term implications Nirman’s investment thesis and approach to governance A grounded conversation on venture capital — focused less on momentum, and more on judgment, discipline, and building what lasts. Hosted by Team Tattva — because at Tattva, the pilot is the product. 🎧 Listen & Watch सीVCismTo see more of TattvaSubscribe to सीVCism🔗 Follow SIG TattvaLinkedInInstagramDisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Somany Impresa Group, SIG Tattva, or any affiliated entities. This content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, or financial advice.

In this episode, Inside IvyCap Ventures, we are joined by Dr. Anju Gupta, Partner at IvyCap Ventures, India’s leading homegrown venture capital firm.Joining her in conversation are Shashvat Somany, Founder of SIG Tattva and Head of Strategy at Somany Impresa Group, and Sriharsha Bandaluppi, Head of SIG Tattva.Together, they explore:· What it takes to build a long-term, homegrown venture capital institution· Why value creation matters more than valuation — and why IvyCap focuses on building “Dragons,” not just Unicorns· How mentorship, governance, and execution shape successful founders· The role of academia, industry, capital, and endowments in building India’s innovation ecosystem· Where India’s next wave of growth will come from — across consumer, deep tech, and India-to-the-world innovationA thoughtful conversation on venture capital beyond funding — focused on institutions, ecosystems, and outcomes that last.Hosted by Team Tattva — because at Tattva, the pilot is the product.🎧 Listen & Watch सीVCismTo see more of TattvaSubscribe to सीVCism🔗 Follow SIG TattvaLinkedInInstagramDisclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Somany Impresa Group, SIG Tattva, or any affiliated entities. This content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, or financial advice.

Welcome to सीVCism — a podcast where startups meet industry, and ideas meet execution.In this first episode, Building Tattva, Shashvat Somany, Founder of SIG Tattva and Head of Strategy at Somany Impresa Group, joins Sriharsha Bandaluppi, Head of SIG Tattva, for an inside look at India’s most forward-looking Corporate Venture Capital platform.Together, they discuss: The genesis of SIG Tattva and its investment thesisWhy “execution-first” innovation matters in legacy industriesThe role of Tattva in bridging startups, corporates, and academiaAnd how the next wave of industrial innovation will be built — one pilot at a timeHosted by Team Tattva — because at Tattva, the pilot is the product.