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NIKKI HALEY PRANAV ARORA
Candidate gets New Hampshire CEO Named Among USA

Governor’s endorsement Today’s Top 10 Emerging

Entrepreneurs

ew Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu enthusiastically endorsed Re-
publican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, a crucial six weeks ahead
Nof the state’s first-in-the-nation primary. Sununu appeared with Haley SA Today recently announced its annual list of Top 10 Emerging Entrepre-
during a campaign town hall at a ski area in Manchester, where he said she neurs, and serial entrepreneur Pranav Arora has been named to the pres-
has shown that she understands the values Republicans associate with the Utigious list for 2023. The list honors up-and-coming entrepreneurs who
state’s “Live Free or Die” motto, including low taxes, limited government
and local control. He pointed to Ms Haley’s impressive poll numbers and the are making a difference through innovation, leadership, and business success.
Arora grew up immersed in entrepreneurship, watching his parents build
ground game she has established, describing it as “absolutely unbelievable.” their own companies. Now, as CEO and Board Member of JMTD Holdings,
Mr Sununu also highlighted Ms Haley’s ability to connect with voters and the a private equity firm, Arora helps early-stage businesses develop funding
palpable momentum surrounding her campaign. strategies and acquire new clients. His experience in founding and advising
“This is an opportunity for New Hampshire to lead this country, for
New Hampshire to say we’re not looking in the rearview mirror anymore,” multiple startups gives him a unique perspective on building successful com-
panies from the ground up.
Sununu said. His message for Donald Trump: “Thank you for your service,
Mr. President, we’re moving on. This is New Hampshire, and we go forward.”
“It’s an incredible honor to be recognized among such an es-
“This is a race between two people: Nikki Haley and Donald teemed group of entrepreneurs,” said Arora. “I’m passionate
Trump,” Mr Sununu said. “That’s it. Nikki has spent time on the about helping visionary founders achieve their dreams of building
ground here, she’s earned people’s trust, and that’s going to be impactful businesses. This award is a testament to the hard work

the real decider.” of all the entrepreneurs I’ve had the privilege of collaborating
with over the years.”
As Ms Haley arrived on stage to a standing ovation, she expressed her
gratitude for Mr Sununu’s backing, considering it a rock-solid show of sup- Under Arora’s leadership, JMTD Holdings has invested in over 20 seed
port. “It doesn’t get any better than this,” she exclaimed. The event ended and Series A startups across industries like medical, ecommerce, and fintech.
with a hug between the two. Arora takes a hands-on approach with the companies in JMTD’s portfolio,
Nikki Haley is gaining ground in New Hampshire’s GOP primary polls, helping founders refine their business models, build strategic partnerships,
ranking second behind Donald Trump. Together, with Governor Chris and secure follow-on funding. Several of the startups Arora has advised have
Sununu, they aim to attract more moderate Republicans and independents gone on to raise successful Series B and C rounds from top-tier venture cap-
for Ms Haley’s campaign in the upcoming primary. ital firms, as per the release. Continued on next page... >>

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