Darchite Kantelal combines entrepreneurial drive and sector expertise with a unique blend of operational and strategic insight, making him a valuable member of the investment team's core group. As CEO & Co-Founder of Scoop n Dough (Lisbon, Portugal), he has pioneered a category-disrupting dairy-free dessert brand in a competitive consumer space. Launched in 2019, the venture scaled rapidly under his leadership with a CAGR of 49% in 4 years, earning multiple global accolades both in the tourism sector as well as plant-based F&B industry, ensuring growth even with disruptions caused by global pandemics, certifying crisis and agile management skills. By 2025, Scoop n Dough has won global recognition and significant market share in the domestic Portuguese market and expanded to multiple locations in Lisbon that each generate a revenue equivalent to Haagen-Dazs stores (200k/year), allowing the project to be ready to scale towards the next step of evolution. Darchite stands out as an individual who has been on the field running both opex and capex decisions.
Beyond entrepreneurship, he has served as a Performance Dietitian for elite sports clubs like Sport Lisboa e Benfica and Estoril Praia, and as a Nutrition Consultant for ProVeg and the Portuguese Vegetarian Association. There, he contributed to landmark legislation mandating plant-based meal options in Portuguese public institutions. He is also the author of Eat Well Play Better, a book examining the impact of plant-based diets on athletic performance. Holding an MSc in Applied Sports & Exercise Nutrition from Oxford Brookes University and a BSc in Nutrition & Dietetics from King’s College London, Darchite’s track record in building and scaling consumer ventures—combined with his expertise in health innovation and policy advocacy—equips him to provide rigorous due diligence and strategic guidance in consumer, wellness, and food-tech investments.
Shruti Vasani, CFA
Investments
svasani@thirdeye-investment.com
Shruti Vasani is an investment professional with experience spanning family office advisory, investment banking and founder-led ventures. She has worked across private markets, pre-IPO opportunities and strategic transactions, guiding both established companies and high-growth startups.
Her expertise lies in financial analysis, valuation and structuring deals that align long-term capital with opportunity. She has supported investors in navigating complex portfolios and advised entrepreneurs through critical fundraising stages.
Shruti began her career in equity research and corporate finance, building a strong foundation in diligence and governance before moving into advisory and investment roles. Known for her analytical precision and execution-first mindset, she is valued as a trusted dealmaker who combines technical depth with practical judgment.
She is a Chartered Accountant and a CFA Charter holder, reflecting her commitment to international professional standards.
Amit Jha
Investments
amit@thirdeye-investment.com
Amit brings extensive experience across wealth management, private equity, and investment banking, with a proven track record of advising companies on fundraising, growth capital, and strategic partnerships. Over the past decade, he has successfully managed high-value investment portfolios, structured capital solutions for startups and mid-market enterprises, and led advisory mandates that unlocked business value and accelerated expansion.
Throughout his career, Amit has worked with leading institutions such as Capital, Yes Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Purnartha, and specialized boutique firms, building a strong foundation in both institutional and entrepreneurial finance. His expertise lies in bridging capital with opportunity, guiding businesses and investors toward sustainable growth.
Mahesh Kumar *
Mahesh Kumar is a Co-founder and Managing Partner at Farro Capital. As one of the key architects of the firm's international growth, he has played a pivotal role in developing a comprehensive suite of solutions for wealthy families, while fostering strategic relationships. He spearheads Farro Capital’s wealth planning initiatives and leverages his industry leading expertise in cross-border structuring, succession, estate planning, governance and philanthropy. Previously, as a partner at a major international law firm, he advised a diverse range of clients, from successful entrepreneurs to family offices and conglomerates on complex international structures and transactions. He is a frequent speaker at prominent global forums and actively contributes to thought leadership in the industry.
*Disclaimer: Mahesh Kumar, Co-Founder of Farro Capital, serves in a personal capacity as an external advisor to Third Eye Investment Holdings Pte Ltd (the "Company") and his role does not involve any executive authority or provision of regulated services. All regulated investment services are provided solely by Farro Capital through its licensed representatives in accordance with the laws of Singapore and Dubai.
Shanti Kaliappan
Investments
shanti@thirdeye-investment.com
Shanti Kaliappan is the Head of Products & Proposition at Ambit Global Private Client (MENA) Limited, where she brings nearly three decades of experience at the intersection of global financial markets, family office advisory, and institutional wealth management.
A trusted advisor to ultra-high-net-worth families and institutions, Shanti is deeply passionate about guiding clients through the complexities of wealth preservation, protection, and succession planning. Her approach blends deep technical expertise with an unwavering commitment to trust, discretion, and service excellence.
In 2021, her vision for creating a truly differentiated wealth platform led her to establish Moonrock Investments Limited, a firm designed to embody open architecture, unbiased advice, and industry-leading standards in client service delivery across investment advisory, portfolio management, and legacy planning. In November 2024, Moonrock was acquired by Ambit Capital, becoming Ambit Global Private Client (MENA) Limited, further expanding its footprint as a trusted franchise in the region.
Since beginning her career in 1996, Shanti has held senior leadership positions across investment banking and wealth management at marquee global institutions including Royal Bank of Scotland, Credit Suisse, and Julius Baer. She has successfully advised prominent family offices and UHNW clients across the UAE, Kenya, and the UK, structuring tax-efficient cross-border investment platforms and delivering tailored strategies through multiple market cycles.
