ABGD Holdings

ABGD Holdings is a specialized angel investment group, bringing together distinguished expertise in healthcare technology and investment. Our collective experience positions us uniquely to identify, support, and scale promising innovations in healthcare space.

OUR VISION

Empowering healthcare entrepreneurs

We will support purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are committed to improving quality of healthcare by solving complex challenges through innovative solutions

INVEST IN EARLY-STAGE TRANSFORMATIVE HEALTHCARE INNOVATIONS

We will identify and invest in transformative healthcare technology companies at the pre-seed and seed stages, specifically targeting innovations emerging from the Global South with potential for global scale

DRIVE HEALTHCARE INNOVATION THROUGH TECHNOLOGY

We will focus on clinical and non-clinical solutions leveraging artificial intelligence, big data, and advanced technologies to revolutionize healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes, and drive operational efficiency for healthcare providers worldwide

MULTIPLY IMPACT BY ENABLING VALUABLE CONNECTIONS

Our network offers portfolio companies direct access to healthcare providers in India and the US, enabling them to receive valuable feedback from practitioners, explore potential pilot program opportunities, and test solutions in real-world validation environments

OUR ECOSYSTEM

OUR VALUE CREATION FOCUS

Strategic access to capital

We provide portfolio companies with strategic access to the capital through angel investor networks and venture capital firms across both Indian and US markets, facilitating follow-on funding opportunities and strategic partnerships.

Technical and domain expertise

With over 50 years of combined experience, our team possesses deep domain knowledge in the healthcare technology sector and serial entrepreneurship.  This expertise enables us to collaborate with you from the ground-up—offering hands-on support, tackling challenges head-on, and turning setbacks into opportunities for growth and success.

Expertise in Healthcare Compliance and Market Entry

Our extensive experience and comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulations (especially in the US markets) help our portfolio companies navigate complex compliance requirements effectively, reducing regulatory risks and accelerating new market entry.

Cross-border advantage

Our presence and networks in both India and the United States position us uniquely to identify cross-market opportunities, facilitate international expansion, enable knowledge and technology transfer between markets.

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Angel investor

Sachin Dashputre

Sachin Dashputre

Base location: Houston, Texas, United States

Sachin is a Partner / Principal in Healthcare / Private Equity practice with a  Big4 Consulting firm. He is based in the US and one of the healthcare and Private Equity sector leaders in the firm. He has extensive experience in serving clients across various sectors with specific focus on healthcare and multi geographies including Asia, Europe, UK and North America.

He brings extensive experience and understanding of the healthcare sector in the emerging and established economies, advent of AI and other technology disruptions, along with thought leadership on the forward outlook of a transformed and digitally-driven global healthcare landscape. He is also very well connected within the angel investor and venture capital networks in the US and understands market dynamics influencing investors focus.

He has been coaching one of India’s most successful start up in HealthTech space – Dozee (A Minicorn), to access and penetrate in the US market to help them expedite global expansion, speed-to-market and eventually speed-to-returns.

He has over 18 years of experience in Consulting services and currently focused on supporting major and mid-market private equity backed healthcare systems in the US. He is extensively engaged in assisting some of the global private equity firms to drive “value creation” agenda for their portfolio companies in the healthcare space. He has led multiple projects including functional transformations, digitization, standing-up integrated governance, risk and regulatory compliance programs, and various other initiatives.

He has been extensively involved in the board and audit committee discussions and coaching the functional leaders on value creation and asset protection agendas, efficiency drivers and strengthening confidence barometer with the stakeholders (Board, Investors, Market and Internal).

He has led multiple pre and post-acquisition clinical due diligence projects for various healthcare and private equity companies looking to expand their portfolio.

He is a member of the Greater Houston Partnership where he represents on the Healthcare Committee for the City of Houston that is focused on policy making for emerging healthcare priorities. He is also part of the Houston Angel Network to follow his passion in this space.

Angel investor

Aditya Ponnam

Aditya Ponnam:

Base location- Houston, United States

I am a passionate advocate for healthcare in India and global markets, driven by a deep commitment to improving healthcare quality and patient experiences. My dedication is rooted in a desire to make a meaningful impact on healthcare outcomes, both in my home country and across the globe.

As an Executive Director at a Big 4 consulting firms with over 18 years of experience, I’ve worked extensively in the healthcare and tech sectors, helping organizations in driving meaningful impact through innovative technology-driven solutions, enhanced risk management, operational efficiency, and effective people-centered change initiatives that improve both market performance and people’s lives. My expertise lies in guiding organizations through complex cybersecurity strategies, regulatory requirements, and privacy initiatives to strengthen digital trust and protect critical healthcare operations.

Throughout my journey, I have had the privilege of working with organizations of varying sizes—from nimble startups to established mid-tier and large enterprises—allowing me to develop a nuanced understanding of diverse business challenges and growth trajectories, and the ability to discern effective strategies from those that are less successful. In partnership with Endeavor, a not-for-profit organization that identifies and supports high-impact entrepreneurs in emerging economies, I supported a Brazil-based startup specializing in data analytics and AI for business applications in expanding its operations to the U.S. market. My contributions included conducting market research, improving digital technology regulatory compliance readiness, developing competitive strategies, and formulating a go-to-market plan to drive successful entry and growth.

At the core of my professional ethos is a commitment to advancing health care by working with visionary companies that challenge the status quo and pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation. My goal is to support these trailblazers in achieving greater heights by providing quality advice, facilitating access to global markets, and securing the necessary funding to advance their bold visions. I am driven by the desire to help these companies not only succeed but also make a meaningful difference in advancing the quality of healthcare.

Angel investor

Sameer Dashputre

Sameer Dashputre:

Base location- Bangalore, India

A seasoned entrepreneur and professional with over 24 years of experience spanning across diverse industries, geographies & leadership roles. Deeply committed to enable innovative ventures to create large scale societal impact and in the process transform groundbreaking ideas into scalable sustainable businesses. Has a deep understanding of start-up lifecycles and navigating challenges from product market fit to scaling in complex markets like India and beyond. Operates an NGO focused on rural development & spiritual wellbeing.

Value drivers:

  • Social Impact & Innovation Focus: Passionate about leveraging technology for large-scale societal transformation, making him an ideal partner for mission-driven entrepreneurs.
  • Scale-up Specialist: Hands-on experience in scaling startups from inception to sustainability, ensuring startups avoid common pitfalls and scale effectively
  • Strategic Expertise: Ability to cut through complexities and craft winning strategies.
  • Market Access & Network: Extensive connections across healthcare, fintech, and startups.
  • Mentorship & Leadership Development: Proven track record of mentoring founders and building high-performing teams.
  • Global Perspective: Proven success in East & West Africa, the Middle East, APAC, LATAM, and India, enabling founders to navigate cross-border market expansion seamlessly.
  • Healthcare Specialist: Deep industry knowledge in low-ARPU, high-inertia markets, coupled with access to 250+ hospitals in India, unlocking market entry opportunities for HealthTech startups.
  • Mentorship & Leadership Development: Exceptional ability to institutionalize projects, foster leadership in young founders, and drive strategic clarity in complex business environments.