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Surya joins hands with GLS University
MUMBAI: When it comes to fresh innings, GLS University has knocked it out of the park. The Ahmedabad-based institution has roped in Indian cricket superstar Suryakumar Yadav as its brand ambassador, bringing together the worlds of fearless sport and forward-thinking education.
Fondly known as Mr 360 for his audacious stroke play, Surya embodies resilience, adaptability and ambition, qualities GLS says mirror its own vision of preparing students to thrive in real-world challenges. His journey from street cricket to captaining India in T20I echoes the university’s rise in under a decade as one of Gujarat’s most dynamic centres of learning.
“I am thrilled to be associated with GLS University,” said Yadav. “What excites me most is how their legacy combines with new thinking, encouraging students to take risks, stay disciplined and think beyond the ordinary.”
Welcoming him to the fold, GLS president Sudhir Nanavati remarked, “SKY is more than a cricketer, he is a symbol of belief and perseverance turning dreams into milestones. That is exactly the aspiration we want every GLS student to embrace.”
GLS executive director Chandni Kapadia added, “Surya doesn’t just play cricket, he paints the sky with possibilities. His fearless 360 degree play reflects our multidisciplinary approach, inspiring students to go beyond limits.”
Founded in 2015, GLS University is backed by the legacy of the Gujarat Law Society, established in 1927. With industry-linked programmes, dual degree pathways and global collaborations, the institution is betting big on innovation and skill-based learning.
The partnership with Surya aims to spread a message of excellence and leadership, blending education and sport to inspire the leaders of tomorrow. And as this collaboration takes flight, one thing is clear, for GLS and SKY, the boundaries don’t exist.
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Ambit appoints Skanda Jayaraman as co-head of investment banking business
Leadership rejig sharpens ECM focus and expands sector-led advisory push
MUMBAI: Ambit Private Limited has strengthened its investment banking leadership with the appointment of Skanda Jayaraman as co-head of the division, signalling a sharper push into sector-led advisory and capital markets.
Jayaraman will share leadership responsibilities with Rahul Mody, as the firm looks to scale its advisory franchise and deepen client engagement across industries. The move is part of a broader leadership rejig aimed at expanding Ambit’s reach and execution capabilities in a competitive dealmaking environment.
With more than two decades of experience across fintech, investment banking and credit risk, Jayaraman brings a varied background to the role. He most recently founded Altflow Advisors, where he built a data-driven platform for the BFSI sector and advised mid-market clients on capital raising. Earlier, he served as CEO of Qapita Marketplace in Singapore and held a senior role at Spark Capital Advisors.
Alongside this appointment, Ambit has also realigned internal roles. Vikas Khattar will now focus exclusively on scaling the firm’s equity capital markets business while continuing to deepen its financial sponsors group coverage. The firm sees ECM as a key growth engine, driven by strong scalability and increasing capital market activity.
Commenting on the leadership changes, Ambit Private Limited group CEO Ashok Wadhwa said, “Skanda’s appointment marks an important step in driving the next phase of Ambit’s growth journey. His entrepreneurial mindset and strong execution track record will be instrumental as we partner with emerging and established leaders.”
The new structure is expected to enable more focused, sector-driven engagement, supported by dedicated leadership across key verticals. For Ambit, it is a case of tightening the top deck to play a bigger hand in India’s evolving M&A and capital markets landscape.
