Co-Founder & COO at Werqwise | Private Equity
Naveen Khugputh is a seasoned entrepreneur and business executive with a diverse background in co-founding and managing multiple successful ventures across different industries. As the Co-Founder & COO of Werqwise, a leading workspace provider based in San Francisco, California, he has played a crucial role in shaping the company's strategic direction since 2017. Naveen is also a Co-Founder & Director of BSD Education, a global organization dedicated to empowering students and teachers with digital skills. BSD operates from its Hong Kong HQ and has been a cornerstone of education innovation since 2014.
Naveen's extensive entrepreneurial experience spans various roles, including serving as Director of Marque Makers and BILLie Group, both based in Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, respectively. In these roles, he focuses on brand development, corporate strategy, and scaling businesses.
Before diving into entrepreneurship, Naveen held significant leadership positions in the investment sector. As Executive Director of Global Investment at Compass Offices, he led international investment initiatives for over a year, enhancing the company’s market position in Hong Kong. Prior to this, Naveen was an Investment Director at LDC, a UK-based mid-market private equity firm, where he managed private equity portfolios for nearly nine years. His early career began with Lloyds TSB as a Management Trainee, gaining exposure to international finance and operations in London and New York.
Academically, Naveen holds a Master of Science in International Business & Finance from SKEMA Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from The University of Sheffield. His educational background laid the foundation for his robust understanding of business, finance, and politics, which he has applied throughout his diverse career.
With a wealth of experience across private equity, education, and workspace innovation, Naveen continues to influence industries, leveraging his strategic insight and entrepreneurial spirit to drive growth and innovation in every role he undertakes.