Oct 2020 – Sep 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos · Belgaum, Karnataka, India

• Founded a digital-first tech company focused on empowering local businesses and Tier 2 ecosystems through tailored digital solutions.
• Built and launched three key verticals:
• 1. IT & E-commerce Services
• Developed custom e-commerce websites for local sellers and emerging D2C brands.
• Delivered scalable and SEO-optimized platforms tailored to client needs, including dynamic business websites.
• 2. In-house E-commerce Platform for Local Retailers
• Created a plug-and-play digital storefront solution for mom-and-pop stores to digitize inventory and sell directly to customers.
• Enabled seamless order management, payments, and local delivery support.
• 3. Event Listing Platform for Tier 2 Cities
• Built and scaled a hyperlocal event discovery platform from 0 to 1, successfully expanding to 5 cities.
• Focused on making local cultural and business events more accessible to urbanizing towns and smaller metros.

Apr 2019 – Sep 2020 · 1 yr 5 mos

• Bridged the gap between operations and technology for digital transformation initiatives.
• Guided product and engineering teams on platform architecture, usability, and scalability.
• Led agile implementation and CI/CD systems to improve product delivery timelines.
• Helped manage client-side interactions, working closely with businesses, C-suite executives of startups, and company directors.
• Aligned tech execution with business objectives across SaaS and commerce platforms.

Apr 2018 – Mar 2019 · 11 mos

• Led the entire product function — from discovery and strategy to delivery and iteration.
• Defined product vision, roadmap, and KPIs in alignment with business and tech leadership.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing) to launch impactful digital solutions.
• Introduced structured product development frameworks, improving time-to-market and user engagement.
• Laid the strategic groundwork for tech scalability, enabling a smooth transition into a full-stack product organization.

Jan 2017 – Mar 2018 · 1 yr 2 mos

• Led the organization end-to-end across academics, operations, strategy, and team management.
• Oversaw all departments including faculty, administration, and outreach, ensuring organizational growth and quality delivery.
• Spearheaded vision execution, financial planning, partnerships, and institution-wide initiatives.

Jan 2016 – Dec 2016 · 11 mos

• Directed daily operations, including academic scheduling, faculty management, student services, and internal processes.
• Built and optimized systems for smooth academic delivery and staff efficiency.
• Played a key role in recruiting, training, and evaluating faculty and administrative teams.

Mar 2015 – Dec 2015 · 9 mos

• Started as a core faculty member, later promoted to lead academic planning and coordination.
• Oversaw curriculum planning, class scheduling, and student academic support.
• Acted as the bridge between faculty and management to ensure smooth academic functioning.
• Contributed as a faculty member while managing academic logistics and student engagement.