Mumbai, October 07, 2025 – Blackstone-backed ASK Asset & Wealth Management Group announces the appointment of Anunaya Kumar as President – Sales & Distribution at ASK Investment Managers (ASK IM). This appointment underscores ASK’s continued focus on expanding its distribution capabilities and deepening client relationships as it enters its next phase of growth.
With nearly three decades of experience in sales leadership, client relationship management, and business development across leading financial institutions, Anunaya brings a strong track record in driving distribution excellence. His expertise in managing institutional and private client relationships aligns with ASK’s vision of strengthening its presence and reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in long-term wealth creation.
George Heber Joseph, CIO & CEO (Equity), ASK Investment Managers, said: “We are delighted to welcome Anunaya to ASK Investment Managers. His leadership skills and extensive industry experience will be invaluable in strengthening our client-first approach and enhancing our distribution network. As ASK continues its growth journey, his appointment further reinforces our commitment to delivering value to clients and stakeholders.”
Anunaya Kumar, President – Sales & Distribution, ASK Investment Managers, added: “It is an honour to join ASK Investment Managers at such an exciting stage of its journey. ASK’s long-term wealth creation philosophy and strong client-centric ethos resonate deeply with me. I look forward to working with the leadership team to expand ASK’s distribution reach further and contribute to its ambitious growth agenda.”
Prior to joining ASK Investment Managers, Anunaya held senior leadership roles at leading financial institutions, including 360 ONE Asset, Invesco Mutual Fund, and DSP Blackrock Investment Managers, where he successfully spearheaded large-scale sales strategies and built high-performing distribution teams across geographies.
About ASK Investment Managers Limited
ASK Investment Managers Limited was one of the first companies to obtain a Portfolio Management Services license in India and is currently one of the largest companies offering Discretionary Domestic Equity Portfolio Management Services as on Mar 2025, as per SEBI data. Among the industry-first initiatives, they were the first Portfolio Management Company to set up operations in GIFT city for overseas investors and have launched India’s first AIF with digital client onboarding, a paperless and easy-to-follow process. They invest exclusively in listed Indian equities for clientele who are India
domiciled, as well as offshore, through segregated accounts and commingled funds.
About Asset & Wealth Management Group
Blackstone-backed ASK Asset & Wealth Management Group is one of the leading players in the asset & wealth management business and primarily caters to the HNI and UHNI clientele. ASK has been a true believer in the Indian growth story and, over the years, has grown hand-in-hand with its clients across the globe. ASK’s diversified businesses comprise of Portfolio Management Services & Alternative Investment Funds – ASK Investment Managers; Real Estate Private Equity – ASK Property Fund; Wealth Management and Multi-Family Office Service – ASK Private Wealth; Long/short funds – ASK Hedge Solutions; NBFC – ASK Finance; Private Credit – ASK Alternates;
and our international business arm – ASK Capital. It has 20+ offices and branches across India, Dubai, and Singapore and caters to multiple asset classes and investors (such as HNI, institutional, family office, pension funds, funds of funds and sovereign wealth funds) across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. ASK Asset & Wealth Management Group manages assets over Rs. 82,000 Cr as of 31 August 2025.
