Investment Principal

Sunil Cavale is an Investment Principal at Speciale Invest, where he focuses on deeptech and climate‑tech ventures at the intersection of design, biology, and engineering. His journey blends the analytical rigor of a mechanical engineer with the empathy and perspective of a literature scholar, giving him a rare ability to break down complex problems while staying grounded and human‑centered.

Sunil began his career at Toyota Kirloskar Motor in procurement and supply chain before moving into the startup world with RayIoT Solutions, where he helped scale AI‑IoT enabled hardware products in medtech. This mix of global manufacturing discipline and early‑stage startup execution now informs his work with founders building transformative technologies.

At Speciale, Sunil brings a hands‑on approach to investing, combining engineering depth, operational experience, and product sensibility to partner with entrepreneurs tackling frontier challenges. He is particularly drawn to innovations that mimic nature’s efficiency and advance a future where humans and technology coexist sustainably.

Sunil holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from BMS College of Engineering and an M.A. in English Literature from IGNOU, reflecting his dual passion for science and the humanities. Outside of work, he enjoys strong filter coffee, cinema, and exploring Indian music, philosophy, and the science behind everyday systems.