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Shivani spoke at the Ekika Women’s Day Special Session organised by NIIF in Mumbai in March 2025.

It was a freewheeling conversation on what it takes to break barriers in private equity—navigating career transitions, building a differentiated investment strategy, and investing with purpose.

This session was organised by Ekika, the women’s cohort at National Infrastructure Investment Fund (NIIF), to celebrate Women’s Day and spark meaningful discussions on leadership, diversity, and creating long-term impact in the investment space.

Shivani shared candid experiences on:
- Carving Your Own Path – Taking risks, finding the right backers, and challenging traditional fundraising norms.
- Women in Leadership – Why gender-balanced teams drive better outcomes and how businesses can foster more inclusive workplaces.
- Building Transformational Businesses – Identifying untapped markets, the power of listening, and backing companies with long-term vision.
- Investing with Purpose – Moving beyond check-the-box diversity to a strategy that delivers real value