RAKESH R. — Co-Founder
Product leader with 8+ years of experience at the intersection of strategy, AI, and high-growth markets. An IIM Calcutta alumnus, I have a proven track record of building and scaling products loved by millions at companies like Paytm and Airtel. My mission is to empower Indian startups and product teams to build market-defining, AI-powered products. I combine rigorous business frameworks with battle-tested execution strategies to help founders navigate the 0-to-1 journey and scale for India's next billion users. I thrive on solving complex challenges in product strategy, GenAI integration, and tech architecture. Passionate about building the future of technology in India and mentoring the next generation of product leaders. Let's connect.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS product leader focused on AI-driven solutions.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 7 yrs 6 mos
Career Highlights
- 8+ years in product leadership and strategy.
- Expert in AI integration and tech architecture.
- Passionate about mentoring future product leaders.
Work Experience
AudioPod AI
Founder (1 yr 6 mos)
UnQuest AI
Founder (2 yrs 5 mos)
Paytm
Deputy General Manager (10 mos)
Ninjacart
Strategy (1 yr 3 mos)
Bharti Airtel
Marketing Manager (10 mos)
Zonal Sales Manager (1 yr 3 mos)
Singtel
Management Associate, Product Marketing, Prepaid (1 mo)
Bharti Airtel
Management Trainee (Young Leader) (11 mos)
iB Hubs
Summer Intern (1 mo)
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Management at Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) at National Institute of Technology Raipur
High School at Gyan Niketan patna
High School at D.A.V. public school
