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Vijay Lavhale

Vijay Lavhale

Co-Founder of AI-powered investment platforms and CFA Charterholder

Norwalk, Connecticut
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Joined January 2025
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Vijay Lavhale is a serial entrepreneur in the FinTech space, co-founding VantedgeAI (formerly 8vdX) to leverage AI for scaling investment workflows and providing an agent marketplace for investors. VantedgeAI was part of the Y Combinator Winter 2022 batch, highlighting its innovative approach to FinTech. ycombinator+2
With a strong background in finance and investment management, Vijay holds the prestigious CFA Charterholder designation. His experience spans roles as an Investor at Eight Capital, Associate Vice President at J.C. Flowers ARC and Eight Capital Management, demonstrating deep expertise in financial analysis, portfolio management, and credit platforms. eightcapital+4
Vijay possesses a unique blend of technical and financial acumen, having served as a Quantitative Strategist in the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs where he applied tech and finance skills to FX hedging strategies. This interdisciplinary expertise is further underpinned by his education from IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore. theorg+2

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Apr 22, 2026