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Our Investment Thesis

We back visionary founders building the next generation of consumer brands in India

Early Stage Focus

We invest in pre-seed to Series A startups, providing capital between $500K to $3M to fuel initial growth and scaling.

Consumer-First Approach

We back brands that understand and serve the evolving needs of the Indian consumer across both online and offline channels.

Innovation & Scale

We partner with founders who combine product innovation with scalable business models to create category-leading brands.

Our Investment Process

1

Initial Assessment

Thorough evaluation of business model, market opportunity, and team capabilities

2

Due Diligence

Detailed analysis of metrics, market dynamics, and growth potential

3

Partnership

Strategic support, network access, and growth acceleration

Investment Focus

Beauty & Cosmetics D2C
Personal Care & Hygiene
Online Grocery
Premium Apparel & Lifestyle
Health & Wellness Supplements

Our Portfolio

Building the next generation of consumer brands across India

Portfolio Company 1

Company Name 1

Beauty & Personal Care

2021 Series A
Portfolio Company 2

Company Name 2

Lifestyle & Apparel

2022 Seed
Portfolio Company 3

Company Name 3

Health & Wellness

2023 Pre-Series A

Success Stories

Our portfolio companies that have achieved successful exits

Exit Company 1

Beauty & Personal Care

Successfully acquired by a leading consumer goods company

Exit: 2023 5x Returns

Exit Company 2

Health & Wellness

Strategic merger with an international wellness brand

Exit: 2022 4x Returns

Focus Sectors

Investing in high-growth consumer sectors transforming the Indian market

Beauty & Cosmetics D2C

  • Clean beauty and natural ingredients
  • Personalized skincare solutions
  • Premium Indian beauty brands

Personal Care & Hygiene

  • Innovative hygiene products
  • Sustainable packaging
  • Natural and organic solutions

Online Grocery

  • Fresh produce delivery
  • Quick commerce solutions
  • Specialty food brands

Premium Apparel & Lifestyle

  • Designer fashion brands
  • Sustainable fashion
  • Luxury accessories

Health & Wellness

  • Nutritional supplements
  • Fitness solutions
  • Mental wellness products

Market Opportunity

  • 00B+ market size
  • 20%+ annual growth
  • Digital-first consumers

Meet Our Team

Experienced investors and operators building India's next generation of consumer brands

Partner

Partner Name

Managing Partner

15+ years of experience in consumer investments and brand building

Partner

Partner Name

Investment Partner

Former founder with expertise in D2C and retail operations

Partner

Partner Name

Operating Partner

Specializes in brand strategy and growth marketing

Investment Expertise

  • Early-stage venture investments
  • Consumer brand building
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Market expansion strategy

Operational Support

  • Growth marketing and branding
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Technology implementation
  • Talent acquisition

Investment Process

A structured approach to identifying, evaluating, and partnering with promising consumer brands

01

Initial Screening

  • Market size evaluation
  • Business model analysis
  • Team background check
02

Deep Dive

  • Financial analysis
  • Market research
  • Customer feedback
03

Due Diligence

  • Legal review
  • Operations audit
  • Risk assessment
04

Partnership

  • Term sheet
  • Documentation
  • Growth planning

Post Investment Support

  • Strategic guidance and mentorship
  • Access to industry networks
  • Operational optimization support
  • Growth capital facilitation

Investment Criteria

  • $500K to $3M investment range
  • Consumer-focused business model
  • Strong founding team
  • Clear path to profitability

Success Stories

Celebrating the achievements of our portfolio companies

5X Returns

Beauty Brand Exit

Acquired by Leading FMCG Company

Successfully scaled operations across 500+ retail locations

Achieved 200% year-over-year growth

Developed innovative product line with 15+ SKUs

Investment: 2019 Exit: 2023
4X Returns

Wellness Brand Merger

Strategic Integration with Global Brand

Expanded to 1M+ active customers

Launched successful D2C platform

Built market-leading brand in wellness category

Investment: 2018 Exit: 2022
20+
Portfolio Companies
2
Successful Exits
4.5x
Average Returns

"Rukam Capital's strategic guidance and operational support were instrumental in our journey from a startup to a category leader. Their deep understanding of the Indian consumer market helped us scale rapidly and achieve a successful exit."

Founder
Founder Name
Exited Portfolio Company

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Investment Criteria

  • Investment range: $500K to $3M
  • Focus on consumer goods and services
  • Early-stage startups (Pre-seed to Series A)
  • India-focused business model

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