Anju Patwardhan

Independent Board Director & Chair of Board Sub-Committees, FinTech VC, Former Banking Executive, Fulbright Fellow

📍 Singapore, Singapore🔄 Updated September 2026💼 6 investments📅 9 years investing🗓 Last invested Sep 2024𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
VC🌍 Singapore
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Founding Angel
Sep 2024
The/Nudge is an action institute building resilient livelihoods to alleviate poverty. We work with social entrepreneurs, women, farmers, tribals, and youth on rural development, agriculture, skilling, and economic inclusion, along with 15 central and state government partners. The/Nudge is contributing towards a "poverty-free India, within our lifetime".
Board Observer and Investor
Apr 2019
Curve is on a mission to simplify the way people spend, send, see and save money. We are focused on an ambitious opportunity fuelled by a couple of trends starting to play out in the market, from fragmentation of financial services to new convergence layers for the customer experience. We believe the end-game will be a connected world of money, tailored individually for each customer. We’re building this end game - an Operating System for Money. For more details see https://www.curve.app
Investor, Figure Technology Solutions. IPO in Sep 2025 (NASDAQ: FIGR)
May 2018
Figure is transforming capital markets through blockchain. Figure Lending LLC, is the largest non-bank provider of home equity lines of credit; our software has been used to originate more than $20B for 217k+ homeowners. Figure’s technology is embedded across a broad network of loan originators and capital markets buyers, and is used directly by homeowners in 49 states and Washington, DC. We have offices in NYC, San Francisco, Reno, Charlotte, and Helena. Join us, were hiring! https://figure.com/careers Figure Technologies Solutions is responsible for this page. Figure Lending LLC dba Figure. 650 S. Tryon Street, 8th Floor, Charlotte, NC 28202. NMLS ID 1717824. For licensing information, go to www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org. Equal Housing Opportunity. Terms apply. Visit figure.com for details. Visit https://www.figure.com/licenses/ for the full list of Figure Lending LLC Mortgage State Licensing details.
Investor, Dave. IPO in January 2022
Mar 2018
Fighting for the underdog – We started Dave for one reason: banks weren’t built for people like us, and we knew we deserved better. Like David slaying Goliath, we set out to take on banks and their predatory ways. Our first fight? Making overdraft fees a thing of the past by spotting members the money they needed, without charging them $38. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Since then, we’ve continued to bring our members the products traditional banks wont: $500 advances, fee-free goal tracking, and simple ways to find Side Hustles when you’re behind on your budget. We’ve grown a lot since we started, but one thing has never changed: We’re building products that level the financial playing field.
Board Observer and Investor
Jan 2018
Fair is an automotive FinTech company that’s revolutionizing car buying by offering unprecedented freedom, flexibility and an end-to-end mobile experience. We believe fairness matters. That’s why we’ve created a game-changing new app that lets you shop, get approved and pay for a car all on your phone with just a driver’s license and bank account. Get in-app approval for a monthly payment amount that works for you, then head to the dealership and check-out in minutes. You can drive your car for as long as you want, and return it any time you’re ready. That’s the Fair way to drive!
Investor, Marqeta. IPO in June 2021 (NASDAQ: MQ)
Jul 2017
Modern life is fueled by modern financial solutions that are so seamlessly woven into our daily lives, you almost forget they are there. At Marqeta, we don’t just think about how we transact, we think about how those transactions can unlock delight with every digital experience. Our modern card issuing platform enables our world-class customers to create tailored and embedded financial solutions that cater to the evolving needs of today’s consumers. Marqeta is a flexible-first company with headquarters in Oakland, CA. We’re passionate about empowering our people to make a significant impact and do the best work of their lives, all while revolutionizing the way millions experience the movement of money.
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2024
Founding Angel
Sep 2024
The/Nudge is an action institute building resilient livelihoods to alleviate poverty. We work with social entrepreneurs, women, farmers, tribals, and youth on rural development, agriculture, skilling, and economic inclusion, along with 15 central and state government partners. The/Nudge is contributing towards a "poverty-free India, within our lifetime".
2020
Managing Director, CE Fintech VC Fund
Jan 2020
Founded in 2016, CE Innovation Capital ("CEIC") is a multi strategy investment firm managing $1 billion asset investing in AI, Enterprise Saas, Fintech and Consumer technology companies and emerging VC funds globally. The Venture Fund was named "Top 9 Fintech Unicorn Investors" globally by CB Insights and listed on "Most Active Fintech Investors 2019" by Financial Technology Partners. The fund was also nominated for "Top Fintech Equity Investor" Award at LendIt USA Annual Conference.
2019
Board Observer and Investor
Apr 2019
Curve is on a mission to simplify the way people spend, send, see and save money. We are focused on an ambitious opportunity fuelled by a couple of trends starting to play out in the market, from fragmentation of financial services to new convergence layers for the customer experience. We believe the end-game will be a connected world of money, tailored individually for each customer. We’re building this end game - an Operating System for Money. For more details see https://www.curve.app
Nominee of Public Investment Fund on Board of GIB
Mar 2019
About Public Investment Fund (PIF) is building a world-class domestic and international investment portfolio, and is positioned to be transformed into the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund. Background The Public Investment Fund was originally established in 1971 to invest in commercial projects. In addition to making select investments in a range of companies and assets domestically and internationally. The Fund has contributed to the establishment of numerous Saudi Arabian companies, supporting innovation, diversification and non-oil sector development in the Kingdom. In March 2015, the Council of Ministers issued a decree to transfer oversight of the Public Investment Fund to the Council of Economic and Development Affairs (CEDA). A new Board of Directors was appointed, chaired by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz, Chairman of CEDA. Vision and Objectives The Public Investment Fund aims to be a global investment powerhouse and the world’s most impactful investor, enabling the creation of new sectors and opportunities that will shape the future global economy, while driving the economic transformation of Saudi Arabia. Portfolio The Public Investment Fund has a diverse portfolio made up of a significant number of investments, of which around 20 are listed on the Tadawul, the Saudi Stock Exchange. The Fund is building an investment portfolio that is diversified and risk-adjusted across sectors, geographies and assets classes. All investments are primarily based on economic and financial criteria, with a focus on achieving attractive long-term financial returns. General Enquires: Info@pif.gov.sa Media Enquires: Media@pif.gov.sa Careers: Jobs@pif.gov.sa
2018
Investor, Figure Technology Solutions. IPO in Sep 2025 (NASDAQ: FIGR)
May 2018
Figure is transforming capital markets through blockchain. Figure Lending LLC, is the largest non-bank provider of home equity lines of credit; our software has been used to originate more than $20B for 217k+ homeowners. Figure’s technology is embedded across a broad network of loan originators and capital markets buyers, and is used directly by homeowners in 49 states and Washington, DC. We have offices in NYC, San Francisco, Reno, Charlotte, and Helena. Join us, were hiring! https://figure.com/careers Figure Technologies Solutions is responsible for this page. Figure Lending LLC dba Figure. 650 S. Tryon Street, 8th Floor, Charlotte, NC 28202. NMLS ID 1717824. For licensing information, go to www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org. Equal Housing Opportunity. Terms apply. Visit figure.com for details. Visit https://www.figure.com/licenses/ for the full list of Figure Lending LLC Mortgage State Licensing details.
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