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S2G Strengthens Its Acceleration Platform and AI Growth Initiatives with the Appointment of Vikram Sharma as Operating PartnerCHICAGO, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S2G, a multi-stage investment firm focused on the food and agriculture, oceans and energy sectors, today announced the appointment of Vikram Sharma as Operating Partner. In his role, Sharma will be instrumental in helping to scale and enhance S2G's value creation model, along with spearheading AI initiatives both within the firm and across its portfolio. S2G's Acceleration Platform is designed to provide its portfolio with tailored support and resources aimed at fostering sustainable growth, enhancing competitiveness and maximizing a company's path to value. The firm's approach draws from over a decade of experience in helping to enhance the performance and success of its portfolio. Through strategic engagement across sector value chains, S2G facilitates access to a rich network of operational and technical resources, promoting collaboration among innovators, corporate partners, investors and its portfolio. Sharma's deep experience in driving commercial growth and data-driven transformation is expected to aid in enhancing S2G's ability to meet the evolving needs of its growing portfolio - helping its value creation model remain dynamic and effective in facilitating expansion and technological advancement. A key focus of Sharma's mandate is the acceleration of AI-driven innovation across S2G and its portfolio. He is also tasked with bolstering S2G's deep network of experienced executives and functional resources, helping to ensure the firm and its investments remain at the forefront of innovation and commercial excellence. His efforts will aim to culminate in cross-sectoral learnings and an environment of continuous improvement around scalable value creation capabilities. "As a value-add investor, S2G is committed to continually strengthening and scaling our capabilities in service of supporting our portfolio and pursuing positive outcome for the planet, human health and our investors," said Chuck Templeton, managing partner at S2G. "We are thrilled to welcome Vikram to our team. We believe his strategic vision for applying AI- and data-powered technologies and further tapping into sector-specific networks will significantly enhance our ability to identify synergies across these intertwined industries and create value." "The connected nature of the sectors we focus on offers opportunities for innovation and transformational business models, powered by data and AI, that apply both within and across these sectors," said Sharma. "I am excited to have the opportunity, in conjunction with S2G's robust expert networks and evolving AI capabilities, to help accelerate our portfolio companies' innovation and growth journeys." Vikram Sharma Bio About S2G Media Contact
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