Kumar Aniket brings with him over two decades of rich experience across the legal, financial, and entrepreneurial landscape. A trusted name in policy development, startup advisory, and corporate governance. He wears many hats — currently serving as the Founder and CEO of Staava Consultancy, and previously as the Founding Director of Aristotle Consultancy, where he played a key role in helping businesses establish strong legal and financial foundations from the ground up.

He’s played a key role in shaping the early success of several well-known startups in India, especially those under the Rocket Internet (Europe) Group, including Jabong, Foodpanda, Fabfurnish, Printvenue, and Officeyes. His work spans everything from drafting legal frameworks to designing scalable business structures — a skillset rooted in both his corporate experience and years of involvement in his family’s wholesale retail business in shoes and crockery.

Aniket has been at the forefront of India’s fintech evolution, contributing to the launch of Oxicash (India’s first mobile wallet), Oxigen (a pioneer in e-recharge), and digital banking platforms via Fidelity (FIS). He’s worked alongside the RBI, ICICI Bank, and other institutions to shape regulatory frameworks for internet banking, prepaid instruments, and banking correspondents — ensuring innovation is balanced with compliance.

He has also supported startups like CarDekho, BiUp, Bio Sarthi, Vaseeyatnama, and Hissedari, guiding them through the legal and financial maze to help them scale confidently. His advisory extends beyond business — he’s been part of government initiatives like the formation of NAWADCO, a PSU under the Ministry of Urban Development, and served on the National Productivity Council (Ministry of Commerce), contributing to policies aimed at reviving sick industries.

What sets Aniket apart is his forward-thinking mindset. A legal-tech enthusiast, he actively works on AI, crypto, and blockchain, and is involved in creating investment funds and designing future-ready business models. At the same time, he remains deeply committed to social development, working closely with NGOs to promote entrepreneurship and sustainable growth.

Whether it’s navigating complex M&A deals, mentoring founders, or shaping national policy, Kumar Aniket brings a rare blend of ground-level experience, strategic vision, and a genuine passion for India’s progress.