Background

Entrepreneurial Investment Firm

Unlocking Value in Under-Optimized Businesses

We partner with business owners to transform promising companies into resilient, high-performing enterprises ready for the future.

We preserve the legacy owners have built, while helping businesses progress with a changing environment.

About us

Partnering with owners for transformative growth

Simplifi Ventures is a hands-on investment partner founded by three HEC Paris EMBA alumni with deep expertise in operations, strategy, and technology. We invest in and actively support businesses with strong fundamentals and untapped potential, working closely with owners to drive sustainable value creation.

60+

Years of combined experience

3

Founder–Managing Partners (HEC Paris EMBA alumni)

Hands-on

Active involvement in commercial, operational, and strategic initiatives

Our philosophy

Revealing the potential in under-optimized businesses

We believe that outstanding businesses often remain hidden—underutilized, under-optimized, and ready to grow with the right partner. We focus on companies with robust fundamentals, clear market opportunities, and teams receptive to transformation.

Our 7S assessment model

When we evaluate opportunities, we apply a structured 7S model. While all seven dimensions matter, we place particular emphasis on Staff, Systems, and Shared Values.

Staff

Strength and depth of the team, leadership capabilities, and culture of collaboration

Systems

Robustness of processes, data, and technology that support scalable growth

Shared Values

Alignment on ethics, long-term orientation, and how success is defined together

Skills

Core capabilities that differentiate the business in its markets

Strategy

Clarity of growth roadmap and competitive positioning

Structure

Organizational setup that enables accountability and agility

Style

Leadership and management style that shapes everyday decision-making

What we do

Active ownership for long-term value creation

We partner with owners who are ready to transition, institutionalize, or accelerate their business. Our approach is hands-on: we work closely with management on strategic growth, commercial excellence, and operational improvement, always with a clear focus on long-term value creation.

Acquire

We invest in established companies with strong fundamentals and clear market opportunities.

Scale

We support management with strategic initiatives in sales, operations, and digital transformation to unlock growth.

Transform

We modernize systems, governance, and reporting to build resilient businesses that can thrive in dynamic markets.

What we look for

  • Established, cash-generative businesses
  • Strong management teams and clear succession opportunities
  • Industries where our team brings deep experience
  • Owners who care about legacy and long-term impact

Industry expertise

Deep experience across industrial and service sectors

Our founders bring experience across multiple sectors, enabling us to quickly understand operational realities and growth opportunities.

Oil & Gas
Metal
Chemicals
Energy and Renewables
Manufacturing
Life Science
Automotive
Software, Services & Media
Engineering & Construction
Shipping & Transportation

Our team

Experienced leaders committed to your success

Our founding team combines decades of operational excellence, strategic insight, and technological innovation. We bring hands-on expertise to every partnership.

Jetho Khemani

Jetho Khemani

Founder & Managing Partner

Over 25 years leading technology innovation and digital transformation. Former global CTO with deep expertise in scaling operations and driving strategic growth.

Finance leadershipStrategy & transformationDigital transformationAuditing & fundraising
Kalyan Roy

Kalyan Roy

Founder & Managing Partner

Two decades of experience in business strategy, M&A, and operational optimization. Proven track record in building high-performing teams and delivering sustainable value.

Sales leadershipNew business developmentBusiness strategyStrategic growth & innovation
Hendrik Buske

Hendrik Buske

Advisor

Extensive background in corporate finance and strategic advisory. Expertise in capital markets, valuation, and guiding businesses through complex transitions.

Service design & deliveryCustomer experienceProcess optimizationStrategy & transformation

Get in touch

Let's explore how we can work together

Whether you're a business owner seeking a partner for growth, or simply want to learn more about our approach, we'd love to hear from you.