100X.VC Shashank Randev Steps Down
His work at 100X.VC spanned investments in companies such as Vodex.ai, Kerala Banana Chips, Accio Robotics, abCoffee and more
After five transformative years at 100X.VC, Shashank Randev has decided to leave the early-stage venture capital firm, marking a pivotal shift in his professional journey. Announcing his departure on LinkedIn, Randev said, “After 5+ years of relentless pursuit, a very rewarding journey with energetic founders, and scaling up dreams at 100X.VC, the time has come to begin the next chapter. I’m grateful for every lesson and every milestone along the way. Here’s to building, to dream bigger, and to the journey ahead… Let’s begin the next chapter.”
During his tenure, Randev was instrumental in investing $20 million across 180 startups, extending support to over 400 founders and impacting more than 4,000 jobs. His work at 100X.VC spanned investments in companies such as Vodex.ai, Kerala Banana Chips, Accio Robotics, and abCoffee. Reflecting on his experience, he described it as a "masterclass in innovation and resilience," highlighting the firm’s journey in establishing itself as a leading seed fund through partnerships with investors, mentors, and industry experts.
Founded in 2019 alongside Sanjay Mehta, 100X.VC continues to make strides in early-stage investing, building a robust portfolio of tech and innovation-driven startups.
