Rostrum Grand (RG) has announced the appointment of Raj Vora as Country Head at Rostrum Grand IFSC Pvt. Ltd., reinforcing its commitment to scaling its high-conviction global alternatives business from GIFT City IFSC, and expanding across key international markets.
Raj will play a central role in shaping the firm’s business and strategic direction, with a focus that extends beyond India into prominent global wealth corridors.
With over $2 billion in assets advised and managed since inception, RG is a gateway to deeply researched, expertly curated global alternative investment ideas. RG is uniquely positioned to support the evolving needs of Indian investors and asset managers as they pursue cross-border opportunities.
Mohit Saxena, Partner & CEO of Rostrum Grand IFSC Pvt. Ltd., commented:
“We see a tremendous opportunity to drive cross-border solutions as Indian asset managers and investors increasingly look global; Raj’s expertise and leadership will be instrumental in advancing our mission to serve the global Indian community and propel RG into its next phase of growth.”
Raj brings a wealth of experience across wealth management, UHNI advisory and cross-border investment strategy — built through high-impact roles across both entrepreneurial and institutional setups. A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Raj’s leadership is defined by adaptability and a results-driven approach.
At Kristal.AI, he played a pivotal role in transforming the India business into a profitable and stable franchise, leading institutional partnerships and expanding into new markets. His prior experience as Principal Advisor at Bridgemonte Advisors saw him working closely with UHNIs and family offices on multi-asset strategies, and he has long anticipated the growing importance of international allocations for Indian investors. Raj’s client-centric perspective was further sharpened during his tenure at Citi Private Bank.
Tapping the Global Indian Opportunity
With over 30 million global Indians (NRI, OCI, PIO), worldwide, this diaspora represents a significant opportunity in global wealth management.
NRIs are increasingly looking for sophisticated investment solutions, and their wealth is actively courted by both Indian and global private banks. Indian wealth managers and private banks are uniquely positioned to advise this segment, leveraging their understanding of local regulations, cross-border investment options, and the emotional and financial ties NRIs maintain with India. At the same time, global private banks are intensifying their efforts to attract NRI clients, underscoring the competitive landscape and the need for differentiated, high-quality advisory services.
This strategic move underscores RG’s ambition to play a pivotal role in the global expansion of Indian wealth management and alternative investments, positioning the firm at the forefront of cross-border opportunities.