We don’t just advise — we co-pilot.
Adara Partners (Adara) embeds as an operational co-pilot for founders and investors. We combine an on-ground execution team, expert networks and partner leadership to build products, launch verticals, and scale businesses — with flexible retainer, success-fee and equity models.
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Person-Years of Combined Execution
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Experts in Network
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Layer Delivery Model
B+
Pre-seed → Large Conglomerates
A New Generation of Venture Building
Consulting's future is embedded, entrepreneurial, and AI-powered. We provide hands-on partnership across the entire venture lifecycle.
Leadership Catalyst Layer
Leadership amplification, OKR management, board & investor readiness.
Learn more →Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Layer
Embedded co-founders for pre-seed to Series A ventures.
Learn more →PE/VC Portfolio Ops
Fund-level governance, fundraising readiness, and portfolio scale playbooks.
Get in touch →Why Adara over Strategy Consulting firms?
A fundamental shift from theoretical advice to hands-on, aligned execution.
Strategy Consulting firms
Fly-in/Fly-out Consultants.High-cost, low-context.
Adara
Embedded Operators.Hands-on, high-context.
Strategy Consulting firms
Generalist career consultants.Theoretical expertise.
Adara
Ex-founders & operators.Real-world execution experience.
Strategy Consulting firms
Billable hours.Incentivized for longer projects.
Adara
Performance & equity-based.Aligned with founder success.
Strategy Consulting firms
PowerPoint-driven strategy.Advisory, not implementation.
Adara
Hands-on co-pilots.From strategy to execution.
Strategy Consulting firms
A strategic deck.Often shelf-ware.
Adara
Tangible business results.A scalable, operational venture.
Leadership Catalyst Layer
A 3-layer delivery model combining on-ground operators, on-demand experts, and intelligent AI agents to amplify executive impact.
1. Human Operator (On-Ground)
+An embedded operator acting as your strategic partner to drive daily execution, manage key initiatives, and streamline operations from within your organization.
Deliverables:
- OKR Framework Management
- Leadership Meeting Optimization
- Strategic Project Management
2. Expert Network (On-Demand)
+Access to our curated network of seasoned executives, former founders, and domain specialists for sharp, contextual insights when you need them most.
Deliverables:
- Board & Investor Relations Support
- M&A and Due Diligence Advisory
- Interim Functional Leadership
3. AdaraOS (AI Agent)
+A purpose-built AI workflow that automates reporting, tracks commitments, analyzes sentiment, and provides predictive insights to enhance decision velocity.
Deliverables:
- Automated KPI Dashboards
- Meeting Summaries & Action Items
- Process Mining & Optimization
The Adara EiR Layer
We embed proven entrepreneurial talent to act as co-building partners, de-risking key functions and accelerating growth from idea to scale.
Pre-Seed / Seed
Blueprint & Build
Achieve Product-Market Fit, build your MVP, and secure initial Letters of Intent (LOIs).
Series A
Accelerate & Scale
Optimize CAC/LTV, build scalable channels, and engineer your growth engine.
Series B+
Optimize & Dominate
Refine organizational design, scale GTM operations, and prepare for exit readiness.
Case Study: Solar BESS & EPC Startup
Operational transformation of a hybrid solar + Li-ion battery startup, delivering 3–4 hrs runtime during outages and a roadmap to scale.
The Problem
On-grid solar fails during outages, and expensive diesel generators (~₹35/unit) or unreliable lead-acid backups were the only alternatives. Businesses needed a resilient, affordable solution for continuous operations.
The Adara Approach
We embedded an EiR and an ops team to design hybrid solar + lithium battery systems. We ran pilots at high-value sites like petrol pumps and built a full operational playbook covering sales, maintenance, and financing.
Impact & Outcomes
3-4 hrs
Runtime during outages for pilot sites
~80%
Energy cost savings vs. diesel per unit
250 kWh
Lead bank installed and validated
500+
Sites in 24-month replication plan
Our Team & Advisors
A collective of founders, operators, and strategic thinkers with over 50 person-years of experience building and scaling ventures.
Saurav Shekhar
Co-Founder
2x Founder, ex-YCP, IIT BHU
Indraveer Rajawat
Co-Founder
INSEAD, NIT Trichy ex-Tata Group
Nipun Jain
Co-Founder
IIM-B, ex-Redseer
Ankit Jain
Co-Founder
IIT M, ex-Maximl & CleanMax Solar
Ready to build?
Let's have a conversation. Tell us about your next big challenge or book a discovery call directly with our team.
Reach us at saurav@adara.partners