Dinakar A is an Operating Partner at Phi Capital, working closely with portfolio companies on strategy, operations, and value creation. He supports leadership teams in scaling businesses, strengthening operational performance, and driving sustainable results, while contributing to the identification and evaluation of high-potential mid-sized investment opportunities.
A Mechanical Engineer from the University of Mysore, Dinakar brings nearly 35 years of leadership experience across the automotive, manufacturing, and industrial sectors. He has held Managing Director and senior leadership roles at leading global organisations, including DISA India, Kennametal India Ltd, and Saint-Gobain Sekurit India Ltd, with full P&L responsibility across sales, marketing, and operations.
Post his corporate career, Dinakar has been an Executive Coach and business advisor, mentoring senior leaders and aspiring CXOs, contributing regularly on leadership and business themes.
