Startup Advisor & Investor
Chirantan Banik - Startup Advisor and Business Consultant

Driving Growth.
Structuring Success.

I work with ambitious founders to build actionable strategies, sharpen financial margins, and scale operations across borders.

4+ Years Market Experience
Consulting in India & Europe
FMCG, Tech & Capital Markets
Trusted By
AIC SMUTBI
AIC SMUTBI
BlackMont Consulting
BlackMont Consulting
HealBridge
HealBridge
My Expertise

Growth-Focused Services

Strategic backbone and financial clarity to turn ambitious ideas into market-leading companies.

Strategic Action Plans

Turning high-level visions into day-by-day operational playbooks for early-stage startups aiming for rapid, sustainable scale.

Financial Analysis

Applying public market investor rigor to private market business models to uncover unit economic inefficiencies and optimize margins.

Expansion Strategy

Developing robust go-to-market strategies and unlocking new acquisition channels for B2C consumer loops and B2B pipelines.

Operations Optimization

Streamlining internal processes and building scalable systems that allow founders to focus on high-impact decision making.

Fundraising Support

Crafting compelling pitch decks and financial models that resonate with top-tier investors and secure growth capital.

Market Intelligence

Deep-dive research into competitor landscapes and market trends to identify untapped opportunities and defensible niches.

What Founders Say

"I had the opportunity to work with Chirantan during the Smartedge Automation consulting engagement at Blackmont Consulting. He contributed to the development of the go-to-market strategy, particularly supporting the 0-60 day action plan and outreach approach.

Chirantan demonstrated initiative in translating strategic ideas into practical execution steps and was responsive to feedback during the refinement process. He showed a good understanding of market-entry challenges and worked collaboratively with the team to strengthen the overall deliverables.

I wish him the very best in his future endeavours."

Aristotle Balaguru company logo

Aristotle Balaguru

Project Manager, Blackmont Consulting

"Chirantan Banik has been a dedicated member of Heal Bridge since mid-2025, consistently demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and a strong commitment to delivering quality healthcare services.

Founded in 2022 by Karan Singh and Sumesh Chettri, Heal Bridge focuses on providing dependable healthcare facilities at home. The organization continues to work toward making healthcare more accessible, affordable, and patient-friendly for everyone.

Chirantan’s dedication, positive attitude, and willingness to go the extra mile have made a meaningful impact on the team and the people we serve. We are excited to work more with Chirantan in the future and together take Heal Bridge to even greater heights, expanding our vision and reaching more communities in need."

Karan Singh company logo

Karan Singh

Co-founder & COO, Heal Bridge Pvt. Ltd.

Featured Case Study

UK Market Entry · Manufacturing

SmartEdge Automation

The Objective

Help SmartEdge enter the UK market by identifying real automation problems, defining ideal customers, and building a focused go-to-market plan.

What Was Done

Researched UK manufacturing challenges (validating massive downtime & legacy system issues). Built a targeted pipeline of 25 strong-fit mid-sized Food & Pharma companies.

The Impact

Established a clear market focus with a high-quality target pipeline and a practical, pilot-first GTM plan ready for execution.

View all Detailed Case Studies
GTM Strategy

Certifications & Training

Trained in and actively applying top-tier consulting frameworks.

Management Consulting Specialization

Emory University (Coursera)

  • Problem Solving Frameworks
  • Data Analysis
  • Client Communication

McKinsey Forward Program

McKinsey & Company

  • Leadership
  • Structured Thinking
  • Business Strategy

Strategy Consulting Job Simulation

BCG (Forage)

  • Market Research
  • Financial Modeling
  • Strategic Recommendations
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick clarity on scope, process, and fit before you book a call.

What kind of founders do you typically work with?
I work best with early-stage founders and small teams building B2C or B2B products who need clarity on strategy, unit economics, or go-to-market execution, whether you are pre-revenue or scaling past your first few lakhs in MRR.
How does an engagement with you actually work?
It starts with a free 30-minute discovery call where I understand your business and challenges. From there, we agree on a focused sprint (typically 2-4 weeks) or an ongoing advisory arrangement with clear deliverables, timelines, and check-ins.
I am not sure if my startup needs consulting yet. How do I know?
If you are struggling with unclear margins, a vague go-to-market plan, or spending time on everything except growth, that is usually the right time. The discovery call is free, so there is no risk in having the conversation.
Can you help me prepare for fundraising?
Yes. I help founders build investor-ready financial models, shape the narrative for pitch decks, and run mock Q&A sessions so you walk into investor meetings with confidence and clarity.
Do you work with startups outside India?
Absolutely. I currently consult across India and Europe, and work asynchronously using shared docs, scheduled calls, and regular progress updates. Time zones are never a blocker.

Ready to Scale?

Book a quick call or drop me a message on WhatsApp - let's talk about your startup's next move.

Chat on WhatsApp