Ideabaaz has announced the appointment of Mudit Kumar as co-founder and chief operating officer.

His mandate entails building Ideabaaz’s mission to connect high-potential founders from emerging cities with capital, mentorship, and markets.

With Kumar’s appointment, Ideabaaz strengthens its leadership team as it gears up for its multi-platform launch, including a prime-time television presence on Zee TV and ZEE5, and a year-round digital platform backed by IIT Madras.

Kumar moves from LGT Wealth India, where he was senior director. 

Jeet Wagh, founder and CEO, Ideabaaz, said, “Mudit’s unique combination of financial acumen, investment experience, and founder empathy makes him a natural fit for Ideabaaz as we prepare to scale our vision. His ability to bridge capital with purpose aligns perfectly with our mission to democratize access to funding and build a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.”

Raj Nayak, investor and mentor, Ideabaaz, added, “Mudit’s expertise in wealth management and early-stage investing brings tremendous value to Ideabaaz. His ability to combine financial insight with a founder-first approach will help us identify and scale startups with strong fundamentals, creating real impact in India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.”

Kumar said, “Ideabaaz is more than a platform; it's a movement to bring ambitious ideas and capable founders into the spotlight. I’m excited to help shape its journey and create meaningful opportunities for startups across India, especially from emerging cities.”

In a career spanning over 16 years, he has also worked with Aditya Birla Group and ICICI Securities Private Wealth, among others.