Piyush Raj A.

CEO

Hyderabad, Telangana, India14 yrs 7 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Co-founded AI-driven recruitment platform HirePlusPlus.
  • Expert in global talent acquisition and staffing solutions.
  • Strong background in business growth and strategy.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and staffing industry expert with a strong focus on AI-driven solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Artificial Intelligence (ai)Global Talent AcquisitionStaffing ServicesBusiness GrowthInternational TradeManagement ConsultingSales OperationsInternational Sales & Marketing

Other Skills

Product DevelopmentBusiness StrategyTechnical RecruitingHuman Resources (HR)IT RecruitmentIT EngineeringStaff AugmentationContract-to-hiremarket entry strategyGo-to-Market StrategyBusiness Growth StrategiesCross-border TransactionsCustomer Service ManagementCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Negotiation

About

For 16+ years across Europe, the US, the UK and India, I’ve been obsessed with one question : why do companies move slow when they could move smart? As Co-Founder of HirePlusPlus and Bridgentech, I’m fixing that. At HirePlusPlus, we built Maya — possibly the first Agentic AI Recruiter that sources, sorts, screens, and interviews candidates like a pro — across roles, languages, and time zones. Not a point tool. A full recruiter. Available as saas subscription and modules. At Bridgentech, we deliver C2H and high-velocity staffing and hiring services for enterprises that can’t afford slow hiring or bad fits. I’m an engineer (MIT Manipal) turned strategist (SPJIMR + ESB Reutlingen), and I like solving real problems with speed, accountability, and measurable impact. Built around the value system of 4T: Trust, Truth, Transparency and Technology. I’ve seen how tech can bridge continents, and how people, the right people; can move mountains. That’s what drives me every day. When not building or scaling, I’m with my daughter Toshani, reading about geopolitics, experimenting in the kitchen, or lost in music and poetry. Let’s connect if you’re building something bold, hiring globally, or just curious about how AI is quietly rewriting the rules of work. raj.piyush@bridgentech.com | akhouri.p@hireplusplus.com

Experience

14 yrs 7 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 10 mos
Average Tenure
8 yrs
Current Experience

Hireplusplus

Co-Founder and CEO

Sep 2022Present · 3 yrs 7 mos · India · Hybrid

  • Hiring today is slow, fragmented, and full of noise, mixed with rising talent fraud. Recruiters deal with bloated pipelines, job board dependency, fake resumes, endless follow-ups, poor fitment, and growing interview fraud.
  • At HirePlusPlus, we are fixing that.
  • HirePlusPlus is an AI-powered end-to-end hiring platform that helps teams source, parse, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates with more speed, structure, and integrity. Our system identifies fit, flags risks like CV exaggeration or identity manipulation, and helps recruiters make sharper decisions faster.
  • Our AI HR Agent, Maya, conducts dynamic speech-to-speech interviews, asks contextual follow-up questions, evaluates candidate responses, and generates actionable reports with proctoring-led fraud signals and deeper behavioral insights.
  • With modules like Parse++, Smart Sourcing, Maya Interviews, Fitment Reports, and Fully Proctored Assessments, HirePlusPlus replaces fragmented hiring tools with one integrated system.
  • From high-volume hiring to niche and hard-to-fill roles, we help companies hire better, faster, and with confidence.
  • Book a demo:
  • https://calendly.com/discover-hireplusplus/discover-hireplusplus
Business GrowthArtificial Intelligence (AI)Product DevelopmentBusiness StrategyGlobal Talent AcquisitionTechnical Recruiting+1

Gameopedia as

GM - Growth & Partnerships

Jun 2020Jul 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Business Growth

Equiniti

Principal Consultant

Jul 2019Jun 2020 · 11 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

  • 📅 During my tenure as a Principal Consultant in Business Development at Equiniti India, I had the privilege of working closely with a dedicated team to drive growth and innovation.
  • 🤝 Reporting directly to CEO Sam Halford, my role involved crafting and executing strategies to expand our client base, enhance existing relationships, and seize new opportunities in the dynamic field of financial services.
  • 💼 I played a pivotal role in developing and nurturing key client partnerships, leveraging our expertise to deliver tailored solutions that addressed their unique needs. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, I focused on delivering value and driving revenue growth.
  • ✨ My time at Equiniti India provided invaluable insights into the intricacies of the financial industry, honing my skills in business development, relationship management, and strategic planning.
Business Growth

Bridgentech

Co-Founder

May 2018Present · 7 yrs 11 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

  • At Bridgentech, we help companies deploy custom AI solutions and access staff on demand with speed, precision, and flexibility.
  • From AI-led workflow deployment to contract, contract-to-hire, and project-based staffing, we support businesses that need strong execution, niche talent, and reliable delivery. With India-Europe roots and deep tech hiring expertise, we help organizations, including GCCs, bridge capability gaps across markets.
  • Powered by practical delivery thinking and AI-enabled hiring intelligence, Bridgentech is built for companies that want outcomes, not delays.
Staffing ServicesIT RecruitmentIT EngineeringStaff AugmentationGlobal Talent AcquisitionContract-to-hire

Innova solutions

Director - Business Development

Oct 2017Jun 2019 · 1 yr 8 mos · Hyderabad Area, India · On-site

  • 📅 With a history spanning 14 years, Innova Solutions is a global IT consulting and services company committed to delivering innovative software solutions that exceeded customer expectations. Our mission was to drive business growth and empower organizations to embrace cutting-edge technologies.
  • 💼 In my role as Director of Sales at Innova Solutions (formerly GGK Technologies, which later became part of American CyberSystems), I led the solutions and services business for the South Central US and Europe (DACH Region). My responsibilities encompassed the entire go-to-market (GTM) strategy, from planning to execution. I utilized lead generation, outbound meetings, calls, campaigns, and targeted marketing efforts to drive business growth.
  • ✨ Leveraging the support of our inside sales and presales teams, I focused on moving deals towards successful closure and winning new business. My customer-centric approach honed my expertise in the latest trends in software development, delivery, and operations lifecycle, as well as business analytics powered by Cloud, Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence.
  • 🌎 Innova Solutions had a global presence with offices in Chicago (US), NSW (Australia), Amsterdam (The Netherlands), and delivery centers, with headquarters based in Hyderabad (India). The company provided information technology and consulting services to companies in North America, Europe, and EMEIA regions.
Business GrowthGlobal Talent Acquisition

Dataweave pvt. ltd.

Sales Director

Jul 2015Oct 2017 · 2 yrs 3 mos · New Delhi Area, India

  • At DataWeave, we are pioneers in delivering competitive intelligence through our advanced DataWeave platform. Our expertise lies in transforming the chaos of the web into actionable insights. By aggregating, parsing, organizing, and visualizing vast amounts of data, we create curated datasets that drive strategic decisions.
  • Our Solutions Across Industries:
  • Retail & E-commerce: Enhance your market position with precise price intelligence and market trends.
  • Travel & Stay: Leverage data to improve customer experiences and optimize offerings.
  • Consulting & Technology: Empower your strategies with deep data insights and competitive analysis.
  • Government & Public Data: Unlock the potential of open data for public good and policy development.
  • Audience Measurement: Gain unparalleled insights into audience behaviors and preferences.
  • Our Specialties:
  • Data Aggregation & Information Retrieval: Harnessing the power of data through sophisticated extraction techniques.
  • Visualization & Analysis: Turning data into visually compelling stories that inform decision-making.
  • Data as a Service (DaaS) & Platform as a Service (PaaS): Offering scalable solutions tailored to your business needs.
  • Open Data & Big Data: Navigating the vast landscape of available data to bring you the insights that matter.
  • Competitive & Price Intelligence: Keeping you ahead with real-time market and competitive insights.
  • I led, won, and managed all the strategic deals and clients for Dataweave in India, assigned to me.
Business Growth

Capillary technologies

Key Accounts Manager

Sep 2013Jul 2015 · 1 yr 10 mos · Gurgaon, India

  • During my tenure at Capillary Technologies, a leader in cloud-based software solutions for enhancing customer engagement in retail, I played a pivotal role in several key areas:
  • CRM Strategy Development: I spearheaded collaborations with client leadership to define and implement CRM strategies and loyalty plans, ensuring effective milestone setting.
  • Customer Data Management: My role involved maintaining and enriching customer databases, crucial for targeted marketing efforts.
  • Data Analysis: I analyzed customer trends using advanced analytics, identifying opportunities and segmenting customers for targeted campaigns, and communicated these insights to clients.
  • CRM Execution: I executed customer engagement strategies across various lifecycle stages, focusing on effective communication tailored to customer profiles.
  • BTL Campaigns: I led the creation and execution of B2C campaigns, optimizing communication and offers for seasons, festivals, and events.
  • In addition to these responsibilities, I maintained strong CXO-level client relationships, fostering growth and minimizing churn, and managed a team of analysts and associates, aligning their efforts with strategic goals.
  • This experience at Capillary Technologies was a journey of professional growth, where I applied my skills in strategy development, data management, and team leadership to drive meaningful customer engagement.
Business Growth

Ashok leyland

2 roles

Deputy Manager PSB Exports

Promoted

Jul 2009Jun 2011 · 1 yr 11 mos

  • Enhanced brand presence and sales through dealer channels in SAARC countries.
  • Coordinated with internal departments to ensure timely delivery commitments.
  • Developed a comprehensive skill set in international business and dealer management.
Business GrowthInternational TradeManagement Consultingmarket entry strategyGo-to-Market StrategyBusiness Growth Strategies

Graduate Executive Trainee

Jul 2008Jul 2009 · 1 yr

  • As a Graduate Executive Trainee in 2008, I was honored with the "Marketing Project Excellence" Award by the then COO for my successful "Market Share Improvement Strategy for MAV in Jharkhand." This recognition highlighted my strategic approach and impactful results in enhancing market share.
Business GrowthSales OperationsCross-border TransactionsBusiness Growth StrategiesInternational Sales & MarketingCustomer Service Management

Energia trading & consulting llp

Partner and Head, Sales and Operations

Dec 2007Sep 2013 · 5 yrs 9 mos · Mumbai Area, India

  • Reflecting on my tenure at Energia, which earned its seed funding and incubation from IIT Madras after winning Genesis'08 and other competitions, I contributed significantly to its trading and consulting services in industrial products. We served various MNCs in Sales, Marketing, and Distribution until the company became non-operational in 2014, with plans for revival in 2024.
  • My key roles involved:
  • Trading: Managing the supply of electronic components across Hi-Rel, Commercial, Industrial, Military, and Aerospace standards, including rare and obsolete items.
  • Spare Parts Supply: We provided spare parts for the industrial, construction, power generation, and automotive industries.
  • In consulting, I focused on:
  • India Entry Strategy: Assisting foreign firms with strategy, operations, setup, and marketing in India.
  • Partner Search: Identifying resellers and distributors for client products in the Indian market.
  • Industrial Liaison: Coordinating for joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions.
  • Obsolescence Management: Handling rare and obsolete components.
  • This experience at Energia was marked by innovation and diverse service delivery, laying a foundation for its anticipated future revival.
Business Growth

Education

SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research

Global Management Program — International Management

Jan 2011Jan 2012

ESB Business School, Reutlingen University

Master of Business Administration (MBA) — International Business/Trade/Commerce

Jan 2011Jan 2012

Manipal Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2004Jan 2008

Delhi Public School, Ranchi

Science

Jan 2002Jan 2004

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