Building a 1200 Crore Hospital Chain - Cloudnine | Ep25 The India Opportunity Podcast| Rohit MA, Peer Capital ft Shrishti Sahu
Transforming maternal, childcare, and fertility services in India, Cloudnine has played a huge role in the healthcare sector
Hello everyone, welcome to The India Opportunity Show where you get a front-row seat to people building India’s future. We talk about unlocking the potential of the country with founders, investors, creators, and successful leaders from different fields to bring you real-life stories and behind-the-scenes of what it takes to be at the forefront of building the India Story.
The 25th episode of The India Opportunity Show is out now! You can watch it on YouTube or listen to it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Our guest today is Rohit MA, the co-founder and director of Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, who has been instrumental in transforming maternal, childcare, and fertility services in India, making Cloudnine a household name and the country's leading player in its sector. From growing the company from scratch to preparing it for public markets with a revenue of 1200+ Crores, Rohit's journey as a founder is one of grit, ambition, and long-term vision.
He is currently the managing partner at PeerCapital, an early-stage venture capital fund of ~$50Million USD, where he supports founders with the same level of dedication and insight that led to his own success. He’s been recognized by The Economic Times and Business World as one of the '40 Under 40' leaders, and continues to shape the future of the Indian startup ecosystem.
Rohit's unique perspective as both an entrepreneur and investor gives him a deep understanding of the nuances of founder journeys and what it takes to scale businesses in today’s competitive landscape. Join us as we dive into his incredible story and get his thoughts on where Indian entrepreneurship is headed.
Takeaways
Rohit emphasizes the importance of giving oneself time to grow and learn in business.
He highlights the early product-market fit Cloud9 experienced, which was crucial for scaling.
Rohit discusses the differences in mindset between venture capital and private equity investors.
He believes that technology will play a significant role in improving healthcare efficiency.
Rohit stresses the need for operator-led capital in the investment landscape.
He shares his personal journey with mental health and the importance of seeking help.
Rohit advocates for the importance of relationships and community in business success.
He reflects on the challenges of transitioning from founder to investor.
Rohit encourages founders to be open and vulnerable about their struggles.
He believes in the potential of the Indian startup ecosystem to evolve rapidly.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Rohit and Cloud9's Journey
09:58 Understanding Product-Market Fit and Scaling Challenges
19:58 Navigating Investment Strategies: Venture Capital vs. Private Equity
29:54 The Role of Technology in Healthcare Evolution
40:10 Transitioning from Founder to Investor: Insights and Reflections
49:47 Building a Family Office: Lessons and Best Practices
01:00:09 The Future of Healthcare and Investment Opportunities
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