Chalinda is the Managing Partner for nVentures, an early-stage VC fund focusing on fintech startups, licensed under the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Chalinda has been actively involved with startups; played a key role in implementing incubators and accelerators across South & Southeast Asia.

Throughout his career, Chalinda has evaluated 1000s of startups in the region. He’s been responsible for over 50 startup investment decisions for leading funds in the region.

He is a recipient of the Chevening Fellowship from the University of Oxford and the Australia Award from the University of Queensland.