Girish Akash — CEO
My greatest aspiration is to combat India's unemployment challenge by equipping the nation's youth with the cutting-edge tech skills currently in high demand. I firmly believe that the stability of one individual's career has the power to uplift entire families, and this belief is reinforced daily by the success stories of NxtWave learners. Their journeys inspire me to relentlessly work toward understanding the core needs and roadblocks faced by our youth. My mission is to launch the careers of countless Indian graduates throughout the country. I take immense pride in my alma mater, IIT Kharagpur, which instilled in me a profound commitment to problem-solving and a relentless pursuit of innovation. My previous experience involves collaborating closely with prominent Indian companies, especially early-stage and hyper-growth startups. During this time, I crafted innovative brand and growth marketing solutions for a variety of brands. I also delved into the world of Public Relations, securing successful publications in major media outlets across the country. Negotiation, leadership, and growth hacking have progressively become my core strengths, complementing my marketing expertise to drive innovation and achieve remarkable results in all my professional endeavors. I firmly adhere to the mantra 'Consistency is Key' and have always embraced opportunities that come my way. I am fueled by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and an unwavering commitment to rapid experimentation. My current sole focus is on guiding Indian students and companies of all sizes through the ever-evolving landscape of talent acquisition and education. Let's connect and explore the limitless potential at the intersection of education, technology, and talent acquisition. Together, we can redefine the future of learning and career placement.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in EdTech and Marketing, focused on talent acquisition and educational innovation.
Experience: 10 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Product Management
- Leadership
Career Highlights
- Led NxtWave to secure placements for thousands of students.
- Innovated brand marketing strategies for major companies.
- Passionate advocate for youth employment in India.
Work Experience
topin.tech
Growth & Partnerships (1 yr 2 mos)
NxtWave
Business Head, B2B & Placements (5 yrs 2 mos)
ProYuga Advanced Technologies Ltd.
VP, Strategic Partnerships (10 mos)
iB Hubs
Public Relations Chair (2 yrs 8 mos)
Project Intern (3 mos)
Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
General Secretary Sports and Games, Meghnad Saha Hall of Residence (9 mos)
Captain Choreography & Waterpolo (10 mos)
CyberEye Research Labs & Security Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Software Trainee (2 mos)
Technology Students' Gymkhana, IIT Kharagpur
Secretary Athletics Sub Committee (10 mos)
National Cadet Corps
Cadet (1 yr)
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) at Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
11th and 12th at Sri Chaitanya College of Education
10th at Dr. KKR's Goutham Concept School, Machilipatnam
8th Standard at NSM Public School - India