About Us
Connecting Ecosystems || Scaling Ventures
Our Vision. Our Purpose. Our Impact.
We believe in building gender-intelligent ecosystems that unlock
potential and create lasting impact.
Connexus Global Ventures is a strategic advisory, growth platform, and business ecosystem built to support women founders, leaders and gender-inclusive businesses operating in complex, competitive markets.
We work at the intersection of business growth, leadership and gender-intelligent strategy – not as an advocacy initiative, but as a response to a clear global reality: women-led businesses consistently demonstrate strong performance, disciplined governance, and long-term value creation – yet remain structurally under-supported at scale.
Connexus was created to address that gap with credible infrastructure, global perspective and outcome-led engagement.
Vision
We envision a world where business success knows no boundaries, geographical or gender. We aim to build a global ecosystem where women lead, create jobs and contribute meaningfully to economic progress. Our vision is rooted in equal access to opportunities across markets and industries. We strive for a future where women’s participation strengthens and shapes the global economy.
Mission
Our mission is to build a global ecosystem that supports ambitious founders, especially women leaders, in scaling beyond borders. We provide strategic resources, meaningful connections and access to international opportunities. Through our platform, we enable sustainable growth and lasting business impact. In doing so, we advance UN SDG 5 and drive inclusive economic progress worldwide.
Values
At Connexus, our values define how we operate and grow. We pursue excellence through quality, embrace innovation to create smarter solutions and maintain a global mindset that values diversity and perspective. We uphold integrity through ethical, transparent and responsible conduct. These principles guide every interaction and build lasting trust.
The Connexus Difference
In a crowded women-focused space, what makes Connexus stand out from other global business ecosystems?
Digital + Human Connection
Technology-enabled platforms with high-value in-person experiences.
Think-and-Do Approach
We go beyond inspiration to create measurable outcomes
Proven Network Effects
Connect with peers, mentors, investors, and ecosystem enablers who accelerate growth.
Hyper-Personalized Support
Bespoke mentorship matching and personalized support to ensure truly efficient growth journey.
Impact-Driven Focus
We prioritize ventures committed to social and environmental responsibility.
Global-first
Cross-border expansion focus from day one, not just local initiatives.
Success Stories You Can Trust
Meet Our Founder
Devapriya Khanna
Founder & CEO, Connexus Global Ventures
Devapriya Khanna is a global business strategist operating at the intersection of commercial growth, executive development, and health equity across India, the UK, and the UAE.
She brings 18 years of marketing expertise with global corporations including Nestlé, GE, and Carlsberg.
As CEO and Founder of Connexus Global Ventures, she serves as advisor, investor, and growth partner for women-first businesses, specializing in leadership positioning and expansion within the UK-India corridor.
Driven by a mission to close the gender health gap, Devapriya also serves as the Executive Chair of the Women’s Health Equity Forum (WHEEL). In this role, she leads a global movement to integrate women’s health into the core of economic productivity and institutional leadership.
Devapriya’s expertise is backed by an elite academic foundation as an executive alumna of London Business School and Oxford Saïd Business School. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM) and a certified Executive Coach and Independent Director.
A recognized thought leader, her insights have been featured in Forbes, Business World, and The Times of India. Her accolades include being named North India’s Woman Leader by ET Ascent and receiving the 2025 Women Disruptor Award by Adgully.
"Our mission transcends traditional acceleration. We are building bridges that connect ambitious founders — especially women leaders — with the opportunities they deserve. Every business we accelerate adds another thread to the fabric of a more inclusive global economy."
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