Feb 2025 – Jun 2025 · 4 mos · Remote

• 1. Lead the training for AI VC bots & Launched platform with 3 VC personas.
• 2. Lead GTM & User Growth strategy via Launching Demo days.
• 3. Sectoral Research of VC Process for deal screening and automation of IC Memo creation .

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Remote

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May 2024 – Apr 2025 · 11 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

• 1. Situation: Invest4Edu aimed to streamline loan processing and scale its fintech solutions.
• 2. Task: Drive growth by improving efficiency, enhancing customer satisfaction, and increasing adoption of digital offerings.
• 3. Action:
• Designed scalable solutions, reducing loan processing TAT by 40%.
• Conducted user research to launch a mobile app with 4 key features.
• Improved mutual fund portfolio features based on partner feedback.
• 4. Result:
• Enabled ₹24 crore annual disbursements and boosted revenue by 15%.
• Achieved 1,465 app users in the first week, increasing the user base by 25%.
• Improved CSAT by 15%, from 65% to 80%.

Jun 2023 – Aug 2023 · 2 mos

• 1. Situation: SmartCue aimed to launch its product on Product Hunt, gain visibility, and secure paid user conversions.
• 2. Task: Plan and execute an end-to-end product launch strategy while driving user engagement and growth.
• 3. Action:
• Crafted a comprehensive growth strategy, overseeing the entire product launch process.
• Designed targeted email marketing campaigns, achieving a 10% paid user conversion rate.
• Implemented social media outreach strategies across 4+ platforms to boost engagement.
• 4. Result:
• Secured 2nd place as "Product of the Day" on Product Hunt.
• Increased product visibility and engagement, establishing SmartCue as a competitive player in its category.

Dec 2022 – May 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• 1. Situation: NimbusPost needed to scale its logistics platform while improving seller retention.
• 2. Task: Enhance product efficiency, integrate ONDC, and launch seller-focused tools.
• 3. Action:
• Led ONDC onboarding, increasing daily orders by 10% to 550,000.
• Designed an AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot, reducing costs by ₹2 crore annually.
• Developed Shopify and Magento apps, adding 5,000+ sellers monthly.
• 4. Result:
• Boosted monthly orders by 20% to 18 million.
• Improved delivery success rates by 15%, increasing CSAT from 60% to 75%.
• ncreased seller acquisition by 12% over 6 months.

Aug 2022 – Nov 2022 · 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Mentored a tribe of 10 aspiring Product people under the guidance of a Product Coach to develop product sense and thinking.
• Conducted a master class on building User Persona to enhance understanding and empathy for end-users.
• Collaborated with team members at Airtribe in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India to foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

May 2022 – Nov 2022 · 6 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• 1. Situation: Waycool needed to engage farmers with data-driven solutions with Product Outgrow (Android App)
• 2. Task: Build and scale a vernacular mobile app tailored to farmers across multiple states.
• 3. Action:
• Conducted field research with 55 farmers, informing a 45% DAU increase.
• Integrated IoT-based weather towers for real-time data insights.
• Launched an onboarding system with vocal support, achieving 4,500+ downloads in 10 days.
• 4. Result:
• Increased farmer engagement by 45%.
• Streamlined data delivery for informed decision-making, reducing losses.

Jan 2022 – Apr 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos

• 1. Situation: General and community Slack users were struggling to manage and organize conversations efficiently, leading to reduced productivity.
• 2. Task: Develop a product that enhances Slack users’ productivity by organizing conversations in a structured manner.
• 3. Action:
• Created the product roadmap to guide development and align with user needs.
• Conducted usability checks to ensure a seamless user experience.
• Developed business requirements and product concept notes to define the product vision and functionality.
• Performed user and market research to identify pain points and tailor the product to real user needs.
• Conducted competitor analysis to understand the market landscape and differentiate the product.
• 4. Result:
• Launched "Save by Ignis" successfully, improving Slack users' productivity by organizing their conversations, leading to a more structured workflow.
• Positioned the product as a valuable tool within the Slack ecosystem, with a clear competitive edge.

Mar 2021 – May 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos · Pune Division, Maharashtra, India

• 1. Situation: Chirpn aimed to expand its sports tech offerings to new markets.
• 2. Task: Scale platforms for Indian, Australian, and US audiences while enhancing user experience.
• 3. Action:
• Launched 4 market-specific features, driving 1,000+ US sign-ups on Day 1.
• Whitelabeled Roar Sports for clubs, boosting bookings by 20% and revenue by ₹50,000/month.
• Developed QR code-based entry to eliminate duplication at turfs.
• 4. Result:
• Increased user base by 800+ in one month through strategic partnerships.
• Reduced launch time with Agile and CI/CD processes.

Feb 2020 – Jul 2020 · 5 mos · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

• Interacted with customers to understand their needs and preferences in the wealth broking domain.
• Created strategies for business development and implemented them effectively.
• Gathered requirements and generated dashboards and reports using Tableau & Excel.
• Developed strong skills in relationship management and teamwork during challenging times like the pandemic.