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Why We Built Founders Wealth Group

 After advising on over $25 billion in M&A transactions at Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, we thought we knew everything about successful exits. We understood valuations, deal structures, negotiation tactics—all the technical expertise that drives premium outcomes.

Then we became founders ourselves. And when it came time to sell our own companies, we discovered something profound: expertise alone isn't enough.

"The banker in me knew every move to maximize value. But the founder in me was drowning in emotions no spreadsheet could capture. That's when I realized—founders need advisors who understand both sides of this journey." — Akshay Singh

This realization led us to create Founders Wealth Group—bringing together institutional-quality expertise with the genuine understanding that only comes from walking in a founder's shoes.

Our mission

To ensure every founder gets the exit they deserve—financially and emotionally—by bridging the gap between world-class expertise and genuine understanding.

Our values

Expertise + Empathy

World-class technical skills combined with genuine understanding of the founder journey.

Aligned Interests

We succeed when you succeed. Our reputation depends on your outcomes.

Confidential Partnership

Your plans, concerns, and aspirations are held in the strictest confidence.

Legacy Protection

Your business is more than numbers. We help preserve what matters most.

The Team

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Akshay Singh, Co-Founder & CEO

Akshay brings a unique combination of institutional finance expertise and entrepreneurial experience. After advising on billions in M&A transactions at Merrill Lynch and managing over $1 billion in private equity investments, he founded Indyfin, a wealth management technology platform that he successfully exited.

Key Experience:

  • Former Merrill Lynch Investment Banker
  • Private Equity Principal with $1B+ under management
  • Founder & CEO of Indyfin (successful exit)
  • Notable transactions: Verizon ($130B), Asurion, Intelsat, Laureate Education
  • Also advised on numerous $50M-$500M mid-market transactions

Education: MBA from University of Chicago Booth School of Business | Bachelor's from IIT Delhi

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Gaurav Wadhwa, Co-Founder & President

Gaurav is a seasoned financial services executive with 25+ years of progressive experience spanning investment banking, corporate development, and senior finance leadership roles. His proven track record as both an M&A banker and CFO across global markets brings deep expertise in strategic transactions and organizational transformation.

Key Experience:

  • Goldman Sachs Investment Banking
  • Prudential Financial: VP Corporate Development, CFO of Asia, CFO of Investment Solutions
  • Successfully raised $80M as CFO for global insurtech startup
  • Deep expertise in financial analysis, valuations, and tax-efficient structures
  • Began career at Deloitte Consulting

Education: MBA from Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University | Bachelor's from IIT Delhi