About

Relentlessly Optimistic, Paranoid Skeptics...
...Bridging Crypto-Native Conviction with Founder-First Mindset.

EV3 backs exceptional entrepreneurs building decentralized infrastructure networks. We invest as early as possible and partner for the very long-term.
We are two institutionally-trained investors with a core shared belief that decentralized infrastructure networks will unlock the next $100T of global GDP.

Mahesh Ramakrishnan

From Chennai and raised in New York, Mahesh studied Economics & Religion at Harvard University and started his career at Goldman Sachs. Before EV3, Mahesh was an investor in Apollo Global Management’s Private Equity business focusing on LBOs and new business creations in telecom and financial services.

Salvador Gala

From Venezuela and raised in Pennsylvania, Sal studied Mathematics & Economics at the University of Pittsburgh and started his career at Goldman Sachs. Before EV3, Sal was an investor at Ribbit Capital focusing on early- and growth-stage crypto and fintech investments globally.