Anand Subramanian
Senior Finance Professional
Singapore
Summary
Collaborative and results-driven Senior Finance Leader specializing in M&A and Capital Markets, Corporate Strategy, and PE/VC Investments. Extensive experience working with captive global organizations, leading Investment Banks, and PE firms. Proven track record of success in closing landmark deals and cultivating robust industry relationships across Asia. Demonstrated ability to lead and execute complex high-impact transactions in dynamic environments. Aligns strategic priorities and drives implementation while effectively resolving operational roadblocks. Takes a holistic, enterprise-wide approach.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
EcoSPIRITS Pte Ltd
03.2022 - Current
- Overall responsibility for corporate strategy, financial performance management, audit, financial planning and analysis
- Led and secured USD 13m+ in Series A funding from SWFs, leading Asia PE investors, Climate Change Funds and Strategic Customers
- Negotiated USD 3m in Green Trade Facilities from DBS (one of the first in Singapore for a Series A startup) for working capital financing
- Scaled the business globally to over 30 markets successfully with ARR of USD 5m+ within 2 years
- Negotiated and secured long term commercial contracts with industry majors like Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Remy Cointreau and Bacardi
VP & Head of APAC, Corporate Strategy
Comcast NBCUniversal
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Lead market entry strategy for APAC across media distribution & content assets
- Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players in APAC (e.g. partnership with Tving Korea for co-investment in Korean content development and production)
- Evaluated and led launch of NBCU's OTT services in Asia by conducting comprehensive market research studies and tailoring offerings based on customer needs analysis.
- Led a USD 300m investment in partnership with Bodhi Tree and Reliance to acquire stake in Viacom India
- Oversaw M&A opportunities in India and Australia for deepening NBCU's presence in media distribution assets and OTT platforms
Vice President, Investments
Fullerton Financial Holdings (Temasek)
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Evaluated and led Banking & Financial Services and Fintech investments in South Asia & South East Asia
- Build strategies and evaluate M&A opportunities for portfolio companies in India & Myanmar to enhance their growth
- Led structuring of investments, building financial models, benchmarking analysis and due diligence for various investment opportunities
- Successful investments include leading and investing USD75mm Series C in LendingKart, leading Series D Financing for Niuum (formerly Instarem)
Executive Director, Investment Banking
J.P. Morgan
07.2007 - 05.2016
- Comprehensive M&A experience in advising and structuring cross border buy-side & sell-side (both in-bound & outbound) as well as public takeovers across South East Asia and India
- Strong experience in equity and debt capital markets across Southeast Asia
- Project Leader for Corporate Finance and M&A deal execution in Southeast Asia
- Led Pre-IPO / IPO Fund Raising Execution including prospectus drafting and dealing with regulators
- Key capital market transactions include: S$600mm IPO of OUE REIT on SGX-ST, Dual Listing of CapitaMalls Asia on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, US$500mm Perpetual Bond Offering by Global Logistics Properties, US$2.9bn IPO of Global Logistic Properties on SGX-ST, S$375mm convertible bond offering and S$250mm equity placement for Yanlord Group, S$325mm IPO of Ascendas India Trust
- Key M&A transactions include: Advising on the US$10.4bn acquisition of Fraser & Neave by Thaibev and TCC Land, Advising Engie, France on the US$1.5bn sale of Paiton Energy, Indonesia to Nebras, Mitsui and Adaro, Advising Columbia Capital on the public takeover of Eu Networks Singapore, Advising Fortis India on the US$100mm sale of Radlink Singapore (diagnostics) to Fullerton Healthcare, Advising Fortis India on the S$55mm sale of Fortis Surgical Hospital to Concord Medical group, Advising Fraser & Neave on the US$4.5bn sale of Asia Pacific Breweries to Heineken and Advising PTTI, Thailand on the acquisition of 60% stake in Straits Bulk & Industrial for USD335mm
Associate, Investment Banking
IDFC Investment Banking (formerly SSKI)
12.2005 - 06.2007
- Lead deal execution across M&A, project finance, and capital raising for real estate and infrastructure clients.
- Build complex financial models (DCF, REIT, infra project models) and prepare investor materials like pitch decks and info memos.
- Analyze sector-specific trends in real estate (cap rates, demand analysis and segment trends) and infrastructure (PPP models, concessions).
- Coordinate with clients, legal, and advisory teams, while mentoring analysts and supporting senior bankers.
- Conduct market research and valuation benchmarking to support strategic insights and client recommendations.
- Key deals include: Advised Manipal Education and Medical group on the sale of 20% stake (US$70mm) to Capital International and IDFC private Equity, Advised Manipal Health Systems on the sale of 10% stake (US$20mm) to IDFC private Equity
Assistant Manager, Finance & Strategy
Dabur India Limited
06.2004 - 12.2005
- Assisted the GM , investor relations in research and analysis, investor presentations and meetings and conducting equity research analyst interviews
- Assisted GM Finance in treasury solutions, optimizing working capital finance optimization
- Oversaw reporting and financial analysis of international business to the Group CFO for strategic decision making
Education
PGDM / MBA - Finance & Marketing
Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development
01.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelors in Commerce - Hons
Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University
01.1998 - 01.2001
Skills
Business Due Diligence
Cross Border Mergers and Acquisitions Structuring & Execution
Southeast Asia capital markets expertise
Private Equity / Venture Capital Investing
Corporate Strategy and Business Development
Financial reporting and forecasting
Fundraising expertise
Cross-department collaboration
Proactive self-starter
Versatile problem solver
Critical thinking and analysis
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/06/80
- Nationality: Singapore PR
Other Information
English, fluent, Hindi, fluent, Tamil, spoken only, Badminton, Cricket, Padel, Quizzing
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
EcoSPIRITS Pte Ltd
03.2022 - Current
VP & Head of APAC, Corporate Strategy
Comcast NBCUniversal
06.2018 - 03.2022
Vice President, Investments
Fullerton Financial Holdings (Temasek)
07.2016 - 06.2018
Executive Director, Investment Banking
J.P. Morgan
07.2007 - 05.2016
Associate, Investment Banking
IDFC Investment Banking (formerly SSKI)
12.2005 - 06.2007
Assistant Manager, Finance & Strategy
Dabur India Limited
06.2004 - 12.2005
PGDM / MBA - Finance & Marketing
Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development
01.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelors in Commerce - Hons
Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University
01.1998 - 01.2001