Bobby Sharma is the Founder & Managing Partner of Bluestone Equity Partners, an institutionally-backed private equity firm building strategic capital partnerships with established Sports, Media & Entertainment businesses seeking to grow and scale operations globally.

Sharma is a highly accomplished executive with global experience across industries, including private equity, finance, sports, media, entertainment, and law. Sharma previously served as a senior executive at the NBA and IMG. He helped lead the establishment of the NBA’s first minor league for nearly a decade. At IMG, he led the creation, development, and management of basketball, soccer, and cricket properties – from grassroots programs and academies, to national teams, and professional leagues – for major emerging markets such as India, Brazil, China, Turkey, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

Sharma currently serves on the Board of Directors of the United States Tennis Association (USTA), and USA Archery, among others.