Sumit Maheshwari has been the Managing Director & CEO of Fairbridge Capital since May 2018, playing a pivotal role in sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and executing investment opportunities. Since joining Fairbridge in 2011, he has overseen key investments in Bangalore International Airport, Sanmar Group, CSB Bank, Fairchem Organics, and several others. Sumit also serves on the boards of various Fairfax portfolio companies.

A seasoned investment professional with deep experience in both private and public Indian companies, Sumit manages over $7 billion in Indian investments for Fairfax Financial Holdings and Fairfax India Holdings. He excels in conducting due diligence, managing high governance, and providing strategic direction to portfolio companies. His success is driven by his ability to partner with high-quality business owners, maintain strong governance, and nurture relationships with stakeholders. Sumit is deeply connected within the Indian business community and is an active member of the Young Presidents' Organization (Mumbai Chapter).

Before Fairbridge, Sumit worked with KPMG in India and the UK, specializing in audit and advisory services. He is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Post Graduate Program in Management from the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad. Sumit is a value-investing advocate, committed to creating long-term sustainable growth in India.