Ashvine Budloo

Economic development and investment professional with over 13 years of experience at the Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius, complemented by subsequent experience in economic development management, project development, and business development. Experienced in investment attraction, investor engagement, investment proposal assessment, sector development, government and industry partnerships, regulatory initiatives an,d international business promotion. Managed the EDB Property Cluster, led the development of a smart city project at Apavou Immobilier, and managed a team of associates at ROI.

Experienced in assessing more than 120 investment proposals and business plans and contributing to initiatives involving over US$1 billion in investment opportunities. Brings a combination of public-sector investment promotion experience, commercial judgement, cross-cultural stakeholder engagement and practical project coordination.

Freelance Investment and Business Development Consultant

(2018-05)

• Identify and assess investment and business opportunities through market research, sector analysis, commercial evaluation and financial projections, supporting the development of business plans and investment propositions.
• Prepare feasibility assessments, business models, financial analyses and investor-facing materials, helping clients evaluate project viability, market positioning, financing considerations and potential routes to implementation.
• Support business development through prospect identification, investor and partner outreach, meeting preparation and relationship development across international markets, using digital and AI-enabled tools to improve research, pitching and communication.

Economic Development Manager - Research on Investment (ROI)

(2024-03 - 2024-07)

• Managed a small team of associates and coordinated economic development and investment-related activities, maintaining focus on opportunity development, stakeholder engagement and delivery priorities.
• Assessed market and sector opportunities, supported investment attraction activities and developed relationships with prospective investors, businesses and institutional stakeholders.
• Contributed to the identification and progression of investment leads through research, stakeholder discussions, opportunity evaluation and the development of practical recommendations.

Business Development Manager - ATA Conseil

(2023-05 - 2024-02)

• Developed business opportunities through prospect research, market intelligence, networking and engagement with prospective clients, partners and other business stakeholders.
• Managed prospect information and business development activity through CRM and related tracking processes, supporting follow-up, relationship management and pipeline visibility.
• Prepared business presentations and intelligence reports, participated in meetings and supported the development of partnerships, proposals and commercial opportunities.

Business Associate - IMCI Group

(2022-10 - 2024-07)

• Supported business development and client introduction activities by identifying potential clients and connecting them with relevant business and project opportunities.
• Contributed to feasibility studies, due diligence, business planning, and commercial assessments, reviewing project information and supporting the preparation of investment-related documentation.
• Supported stakeholder outreach and relationship development, helping progress discussions between prospective clients, business partners and relevant project stakeholders.

Project Manager - Apavou Immobilier

(2017-09 - 2018-04)

• Managed the development of a smart city project, coordinating key development requirements and the involvement of relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Worked on project financing and investor considerations, regulatory approvals, supplier coordination and marketing-related requirements to support project progression.
• Coordinated project activities and quality-related matters, followed up on implementation requirements and supported collaboration between the different parties involved in the development.

Senior Investment Executive - Economic Development Board (EDB), Mauritius - Mauritius

(2004-10 - 2017-08)

• Managed the Property Cluster, engaging with investors, property developers and government stakeholders, assessing investment proposals and business plans, and advising on project viability, financial projections and proposed financing structures.
• Contributed to investment policy and regulatory initiatives, including work relating to amendments to the Investment Promotion Act and the preparation of guidelines for a revised property development scheme; also helped develop an infrastructure cost-sharing mechanism with the Ministry of Finance and property developers.
• Supported cross-government and international investment promotion initiatives, including an online business licensing pilot involving four ministries, investor engagement and promotion activities across international markets, and the assessment of more than 120 investment proposals and business plans.

Executive MBA - EIILM–Sikkim University, Mauritius Branch (2012-03)

Master of Computer Management - University of Pune, India (2006-01)

Bachelor of Commerce - University of Pune, India (2002-01)