Caspian

The Assam Agribusiness Investment Fund (AAIF) is established with a fund size of INR 250 crore, with a mission to enhance the rural ecosystem, stimulate agricultural productivity, and boost employment opportunities in the state through strategic capital investments in small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
In alignment with this objective, Caspian Impact Investment Adviser Pvt. Ltd. (Caspian Equity) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Assam Rural Infrastructure and Agricultural Services (ARIAS) Society, an autonomous body operating under the Government of Assam. This collaborative partnership designates ARIAS as the primary investor in AAIF, while Caspian Equity assumes the role of fund manager. Backed by initial funding from the World Bank through Assam Rural Infrastructure and Agricultural Services (ARIAS) Society, AAIF will function as a Category II Alternative Investment Fund officially registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

Caspian believes that entrepreneurs themselves are the most effective instructors when it comes to the realm of entrepreneurship. Over the years, it has cultivated an extensive network of portfolio companies, fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual assistance. To facilitate this synergy seamlessly, it annually hosts the "Caspian Annual Event," an inclusive gathering that brings together all the partner companies, allowing them to forge stronger communities and partnerships.
The portfolio managers play an active role in conducting regular benchmarking analyses. This proactive approach enables the companies to stay informed about potential areas of concern (red flags) and identify their strengths, drawing insights from industry benchmarks, thus ensuring they are well-positioned within their respective sectors.

Caspian holds the distinction of being the first Indian impact investment firm to receive BCorp certification, a prestigious recognition. B Corps represent for-profit organizations dedicated to addressing social and environmental challenges in an ethical and transparent manner, harnessing the power of business for the greater good.
This certification, conferred by B Lab, serves as an endorsement of Caspian's unwavering commitment to rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Throughout the certification process, its practices and impact on its employees, community, environment, and customers were meticulously assessed.

Caspian Debt extends expedited financial solutions to businesses, including term loans of up to 1 crore, to be repaid over a span of 6 to 24 months through equated monthly installments or customizable repayment schedules. It also offers amortizing term loans, which provide the flexibility to pay back over 12 to 36 monthly equated or customized installments. The revolving limit option allows you to drawdown funds as per your specific requirements, with interest payable solely on the drawn-down amount for the duration of its utilization.
It specializes in tailoring bespoke debt financing to empower you in your mission to create a better world. It collaborates with clients whose borrowing needs exceed INR 50 lakhs and exhibit one or more of the following attributes:
1. Professionally managed small or mid-market companies led by first-generation entrepreneurs.
2. Asset-light businesses that do not possess mortgage-backed assets.
3. Venture-backed companies that prioritize growth

LEAF is committed to achieving a positive social and environmental impact through its investments, concurrently striving for an appealing financial return. This mission is underpinned by a dedicated emphasis on fostering close collaboration with portfolio companies, offering them vital support.
Caspian LEAF's core focus revolves around delivering high-impact solutions that are in close proximity to farmers, ultimately benefiting small and marginal farmers. Within this fund's scope, it explores areas such as enhancing input efficiency, alleviating agricultural labour burdens, introducing labour-saving farming machinery, promoting nearby processing solutions, and facilitating traceability measures. The aspiration, through this fund, extends beyond the role of mere investors. It aims to actively contribute to the development of robust and sustainable businesses that can ascend to positions of market leadership within their respective industries.