Mar 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · United States

• As a Harvard Business Review Advisory Council member, an opt-in research community of business professionals, I share my inputs to weigh in on current business topics and issues and share in research findings, previews of new research, and future product developments.

Nov 2016 – Apr 2024 · 7 yrs 5 mos · San Jose, California

• Founded and scaled dotin, an AI talent analytics platform, from concept to multi-million-dollar acquisition by OpenSesame. By pioneering predictive analytics for cultural fit and engagement, secured enterprise adoption across technology, finance, and retail sectors. Drove product-market fit, ARR growth, and IP development, building a cross-functional team that established the company as a category leader in AI-driven HR tech.

Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 · 1 yr · San Francisco Bay Area

• At SG Labs, I collaborated with Silicon Valley innovators to build highly scalable enterprise and mobile platforms. My focus was on reducing development costs, optimizing operational efficiency, and supporting startups in launching products capable of competing with industry leaders.

Mar 2015 – Jan 2019 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Fremont, California

• As a strategic advisor, I guided nuRealtor’s go-to-market strategy and technology-driven disruption of traditional real estate. I focused on automating back-office workflows, which improved efficiency and enabled agents and brokers to scale their businesses in a competitive market.

Apr 2011 – Jan 2016 · 4 yrs 9 mos · San Jose, CA

• I founded tuuktukk, a creative initiative inspired by the vibrant tuk-tuks of Mumbai, developing cartoon blogs that brought humor and lighthearted perspectives to technical and non-technical topics. Through this platform, I engaged a diverse global audience, built a loyal following, and fostered a positive outlook by making complex ideas relatable and entertaining.

Feb 2008 – Nov 2016 · 8 yrs 9 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

• At Cisco, I held multiple leadership roles across product management, strategy, and operations for multi-billion-dollar businesses in hardware, software, and services. I spearheaded initiatives that improved efficiency, accelerated revenue growth, and enhanced customer experience. My work bridged engineering, go-to-market strategy, and customer success, enabling Cisco to scale globally while maintaining its market leadership.

Nov 2006 – Feb 2008 · 1 yr 3 mos · Sunnyvale, Bay Area, CA

• At Spansion (AMD/Fujitsu’s memory division), I played a critical role in designing and executing comprehensive packaging solutions from silicon through to printed circuit boards. I managed projects end-to-end, from ideation to manufacturing, ensuring high-quality outcomes and customer satisfaction. My contributions advanced product reliability and performance, directly impacting next-generation semiconductor packaging standards.

May 2005 – Nov 2006 · 1 yr 6 mos · Milpitas, Bay Area, CA

• I spearheaded the setup and optimization of the Failure Analysis lab, introducing new processes that met GEIA military standards and improved reliability testing. I led the implementation of the GEIA-STD-0006 hot solder dip standard and supported technical marketing for lab services. These efforts enhanced product reliability, optimized workflows, and built customer trust in mission-critical applications.

Jan 2005 – May 2005 · 4 mos · Ithaca, New York Area

• As a microfabrication engineer, I designed and built microfluidic devices using SU-8 molds and introduced novel biodegradable packaging for bioluminescence research. This work combined innovation in microfabrication with sustainable design, enabling new applications in biomedical devices and research tooling.

Aug 2002 – Dec 2004 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Ithaca, New York, United States

• I conducted advanced research on electromigration in CPU interconnects (C4-UBM), building test structures at Cornell’s NanoFabrication Center and performing process and test work at Universal Instruments and Binghamton University. My research deepened understanding of materials reliability in high-performance processors and contributed to published findings in semiconductor reliability.