Fireside Ventures Transition: Vinay Singh Steps Down

Fireside Ventures co-founder and partner Vinay Singh will depart from the firm after almost ten years, as he aims to investigate opportunities in agentic commerce, as announced by the venture capital firm on Monday. Singh became a part of Fireside Ventures in February 2017 and has played a key role in investing in consumer brands spanning beauty and personal care, food and beverages, wellness, and lifestyle sectors.

Focus on Agentic Commerce

In a statement, Singh expressed his intention to dedicate more time to studying agentic commerce and its potential implications for the future of consumption, particularly as artificial intelligence transforms commerce.

Fireside Ventures Overview

Fireside Ventures’ founder and managing partner, Kanwaljit Singh, shared that the firm is supported by four senior partners and a total of 12 principals and vice presidents who focus on various functions, including investing, brand development, channels, finance, human resources, fundraising, and ESG.

Notable Portfolio

The portfolio of Fireside Ventures includes prominent brands such as Honasa Consumer, boAt, The Sleep Company, Frubon, The Good Bug, Slurrp Farm, Sweet Karam Coffee, Inito, Pilgrim, Well Being, Moxie, NewMe, and Traya.

Recent Developments

In December 2025, Fireside Ventures announced the final closure of its fourth fund at Rs 2,265 crore ($253 million). This fund was established through a GIFT City feeder fund and an India master fund, aimed at investing in diverse consumer brands across various categories and markets.