Kiran Velu

Business Development Executive

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India11 yrs 8 mos experience
AI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • 8+ years in SaaS sales and business development.
  • Expert in AI solutions for enterprise innovation.
  • Proven track record in exceeding sales targets.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS sales expert with a focus on AI-driven enterprise solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Ai SolutionsSales LeadershipLead Generation & QualificationB2b Sales & Account ManagementCustomer AcquisitionSales Management

Other Skills

Strategic PartnershipsSaaS SalesCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)NegotiationTeamworkPresentation SkillsClient OnboardingB2B MarketingInterpersonal SkillsDeal ClosureAttention to DetailProblem SolvingCreativityTrainingTraining Seminars

About

I work at the intersection of Enterprise Sales, AI, and R&D-driven innovation. With 8+ years of experience in SaaS sales and business development, I’ve helped mid-market and enterprise organizations adopt technology that drives measurable business outcomes across AI, Infrastructure, EdTech, Healthcare, and LegalTech. Currently, I’m part of the sales team at Scry AI, where I focus on enabling enterprises to accelerate R&D, uncover hidden insights, and make faster, smarter decisions using AI. My work involves engaging with CXOs, R&D leaders, and procurement teams to translate complex AI capabilities into clear business value. Previously, as part of the founding team at ContraVault AI, I helped launch and scale the GTM motion in India closing high-value enterprise deals, building early pipelines, shaping the sales playbook, and working closely with founders to drive growth in regulated and infrastructure-heavy industries. Across roles, I’ve led: • Founder-led and multi-threaded enterprise sales cycles • Outbound prospecting and pipeline building from scratch • Product demos, value-based selling, and enterprise negotiations • GTM events, partnerships, and sales enablement • CRM-driven forecasting and data-led sales operations I’m particularly passionate about how AI augments human decision-making, not by replacing people, but by empowering teams to innovate faster and operate smarter. If you’re interested in AI for R&D, enterprise innovation, or scaling SaaS GTM motions, happy to connect and exchange notes.

Experience

11 yrs 8 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 11 mos
Average Tenure
4 mos
Current Experience

Scry ai

Enterprise Growth & Strategic Partnerships | AI for R&D & Innovation

Jan 2026Present · 4 mos · San Jose, California, United States · Remote

  • Partner with CXOs, Heads of R&D, Engineering, and Innovation to drive AI-led R&D and decision intelligence adoption across enterprises.
  • Own end-to-end enterprise sales cycles from strategic prospecting and executive discovery to value-based demos, commercial negotiations, and closures — across mid-market and large accounts.
  • Translate complex AI capabilities into clear, outcome-driven narratives that align with business priorities such as faster innovation, reduced risk, and smarter decision-making.
  • Build and manage multi-threaded relationships across leadership, technical teams, and procurement to navigate long, complex buying cycles.
  • Collaborate closely with founders, product, and engineering teams to refine enterprise use cases, shape GTM messaging, and support product-market fit.
  • Contribute to enterprise pipeline growth and strategic partnerships, positioning AI initiatives as core business investments rather than experimental technology.
Strategic PartnershipsAI SolutionsSales LeadershipB2B Sales & Account ManagementSaaS SalesCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)

Contravault ai

Strategic AI Solutions & Growth Specialist

Aug 2025Dec 2025 · 4 mos · India · On-site

  • Led end-to-end sales strategies for lead generation and partnerships across EPC, Energy, Power, and IT verticals by engaging CXO-level decision makers and uncovering core tendering challenges.
  • Spearheaded targeted LinkedIn and WhatsApp outreach campaigns, driving a 3× surge in qualified meetings over four months.
  • Worked cross-functionally with product and engineering teams to convert field feedback into actionable product enhancements (Go/No-Go Analyser, Risk Finder, Pre-Bid Query Generator), increasing demo-to-trial conversions by 25%.
  • Forged key alliances with industry associations and CLM vendors, securing three strategic pilot partnerships and paving the way for ContraVault AI’s entry into regulated markets.
Lead Generation & QualificationB2B Sales & Account ManagementNegotiation

Baa training

Sr. Aviation Sales Consultant - Ab Initio and Type Rating

Oct 2024Aug 2025 · 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Spearheaded student enrollment and lead generation for pilot training programs across India, achieving a 25% increase in enrollments.
  • Forged partnerships with aviation institutes and career advisors; led seminars with 3,000+ attendees and 15%+ conversion.
  • Launched targeted offline/online campaigns and revamped sales scripts, driving a 32% boost in lead volume within 4 months.
  • Advised aspiring pilots through AON assessments, improving candidate success rates and strengthening the advisory process.
TeamworkPresentation SkillsCustomer AcquisitionNegotiationSales Management

Emeritus

Sr. Program Advisor

Dec 2020Dec 2024 · 4 yrs · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Exceeded quarterly sales targets by 21% through consultative selling of executive education programs.
  • Managed and coached an 8-member team, driving 17% YoY revenue growth with structured sales processes.
  • Designed GTM strategies that generated 2,800+ new leads from untapped market segments.
  • Recognized as Top Advisor (3 consecutive quarters, 2023) for boosting conversions via strategic outreach and enrollment funnel optimization.
Sales ManagementCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)NegotiationCustomer Acquisition

Eruditus executive education

Program Advisor

Dec 2020Dec 2024 · 4 yrs

  • ▪ Consistently exceeded quarterly sales targets by 21% through a consultative selling approach and effective CRM tracking.
  • ▪ Led and mentored an 8-member sales team, contributing to a 17% YoY revenue growth via structured coaching and goal alignment.
  • ▪ Designed and launched go-to-market strategies targeting untapped segments, generating 2800+ new leads.
  • ▪ Recognized as “Top Advisor” nationwide for 3 consecutive quarters in 2023 for outstanding performance and client satisfaction.
  • ▪ Enhanced customer experience and conversion rates through personalized guidance, deep product knowledge, and data-driven follow-ups.
Sales ManagementCustomer AcquisitionNegotiation

Mirable health

Sales Business Development

Dec 2019Dec 2020 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • ▪ Managed the full sales cycle in the healthcare space—from lead generation to deal closure—driving a 30% increase in new client acquisition within 9 months.
  • ▪ Built and nurtured relationships with healthcare professionals to expand market presence and improve brand credibility.
  • ▪ Delivered tailored consultations to clients, helping them adopt digital health solutions and improving sales efficiency.
  • ▪ Contributed to business growth through proactive outreach, need-based selling, and consistent follow-ups.
Client OnboardingB2B MarketingCustomer AcquisitionSales Management

Aptech

2 roles

Business Development Manager

Promoted

Nov 2016Dec 2019 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • ▪ Managed B2B partnerships with colleges and universities to promote aviation training programs across India.
  • ▪ Successfully secured collaborations with 45+ institutions, resulting in an 80%+ increase in enrollment volume.
  • ▪ Led workshops, seminars, and product demonstrations that engaged 500+ students, effectively communicating value propositions.
  • ▪ Maintained a 95% client retention rate by building long-term, trust-based relationships with academic stakeholders.
  • ▪ Played a key role in expanding Aptech’s aviation vertical through strategic outreach and tailored solutions for partner institutions.
Sales ManagementDeal Closure

Business Development Executive

Jan 2016Jan 2020 · 4 yrs

Interpersonal SkillsSales ManagementDeal Closure

Vakilsearch (vakilsearch.com)

BD - Affiliations & Partnerships

Apr 2015Dec 2015 · 8 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

  • ▪ Assisted 80+ startups and small businesses with legal documentation, registration, and compliance support.
  • ▪ Handled over 250+ business registrations, directly contributing to monthly revenue and client growth.
  • ▪ Increased upselling of legal service packages by 20% through need-based consultations and value-driven engagement.
  • ▪ Strengthened customer relationships by providing personalized support throughout the business setup process.
  • ▪ Gained in-depth exposure to legal tech services and startup ecosystems, sharpening consultative sales skills.
Interpersonal SkillsSales ManagementDeal Closure

Heurion limited

Marketing

Jun 2013Mar 2014 · 9 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

  • I was encouraged by my colleagues, And i started improving myself and get to know about new things in TestimonialsFor day by day . Heurion limited is an software development company which comes with prestigious products like TestimonialsFor, Yogyaland, Etc.
Deal Closure

Education

Jain (Deemed-to-be University)

Master of Business Administration - MBA

Jan 2021Jan 2023

GITAM Deemed University

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

Jan 2017Jan 2019

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