Elisha Gras

Co-Founder

Ithaca, New York, United States4 yrs 4 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

Transitioning from Software Engineer to Product Management.
Founded a successful music academy with high retention rates.
Developed AI tools and competed in hackathons.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS-focused Product Manager with a strong technical background.

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Skills

Core Skills

EntrepreneurshipMusic EducationQuality AssuranceAutomation TestingLeadershipEvent ManagementEvent CoordinationPublic SpeakingWeb DevelopmentTeachingPublic RelationsMarketingSoftware Engineering

Other Skills

MusicKeyboardistTime ManagementMentoringJavaJavaScriptSelenium WebDriverCucumberGherkinGitAzure devopsTeam CoordinationTeam ManagementEvent PlanningTeam Leadership

About

I started as a software engineer. I ended up thinking like a product person. At Reliance Jio, I was embedded in the team building JioMeet, working daily with PMs and engineers, writing acceptance criteria, tracking defect metrics and watching how product decisions actually get made at scale. Alongside that, I was running my own music academy from scratch. No playbook. I handled user research with parents, iterated on curriculum based on what actually helped students retain, and kept 90% of them coming back year over year. Two very different contexts. The same underlying question in both: what does this person actually need, and are we building the right thing for them? Now at Cornell (MEng, Engineering Management - merit fellowship recipient), I'm making that transition intentional. I build AI tools, compete in hackathons, and approach product problems the way I used to approach test failures: what broke, why, and what would actually fix it. I'm drawn to products that are technically complex but need to feel effortless to the person using them - that gap is where I want to work. 📍 Open to full-time APM opportunities starting Summer 2026.

Experience

4 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 3 mos

Average Tenure

Current Experience

Jio platforms limited (jpl)

Associate Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Oct 2023 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Conducted rigorous testing of JioMeet and JioMeet Plus to ensure a seamless and reliable user experience, minimizing production-level bugs and disruptions.
Identified key areas for process optimization and developed automation test scripts for web applications, reducing manual effort and accelerating release cycles.
Recommended and implemented improvements in the automation framework, significantly enhancing testing efficiency and product reliability.
Collaborated cross-functionally with developers to detect, document, and resolve software issues, contributing to faster resolution times and stable product releases.
Partnered with product and development teams to align QA efforts with evolving business goals and user expectations, ensuring features were both technically sound and user-centric.
Kept abreast of emerging QA tools and methodologies to introduce innovative testing practices that supported product scalability and performance.

JavaJavaScriptSelenium WebDriverCucumberGherkinGit+3

E-forte

Founder & Music Instructor

Jul 2023 – Jul 2025 · 2 yrs · Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

⦁ Launched and scaled a music education venture aligned with Trinity College London certification, building a structured program for long-term growth.
⦁ Developed the business model, curriculum, and operations strategy, balancing both educational impact and sustainability.
⦁ Recruited and taught a diverse student base across age groups, driving consistent enrollment growth and exam success rates.
⦁ Established a strong reputation in the community by combining entrepreneurship, curriculum innovation, and student achievement.

MusicKeyboardistEntrepreneurshipTime ManagementMentoringMusic Education

Fr. conceicao rodrigues institute of technology

2 roles

President of Music Club FCRIT

Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr

Expanded Opportunities – Introduced new initiatives such as workshops, training sessions, and interactive jam nights to enhance student engagement.
Competitions & External Participation – Led the club in intercollegiate competitions and collaborated with other institutions for music-related events.
Leadership & Team Management – Guided and mentored club members, encouraging active participation and skill development.
Strategic Growth – Strengthened the club’s presence in college events, secured collaborations, and ensured sustainability for future batches.
Inclusivity & Community Building – Fostered a diverse and welcoming environment for students of all skill levels to explore their musical interests.

Team CoordinationTeam ManagementLeadershipEvent Management

Event Head

Mar 2020 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 10 mos

Founding Member – Played a key role in establishing the club, creating a platform for music enthusiasts.
Event Organization – Planned and executed various music-related events, including competitions, jam sessions, and cultural showcases.
Advertising & Promotion – Designed promotional strategies to maximize student participation through social media, posters, and word-of-mouth.
Logistics & Coordination – Managed event logistics, liaised with college authorities, and ensured smooth execution of programs.
Representation & Advocacy – Acted as the club's spokesperson, voicing the interests of music enthusiasts and fostering a strong musical culture on campus.

Event ManagementEvent PlanningTeam LeadershipEvent CoordinationPublic Speaking

The sparks foundation

Web Developer

Sep 2021 – Oct 2021 · 1 mo

Developed a seamless banking process website by collaborating on frontend and backend tasks for a Banking System under Website Development and Designing Domain.
Implemented innovative features to enhance user experience and streamline the online banking process.
Successfully launched the website, resulting in increased user engagement and satisfaction.

HTMLCascading Style Sheets (CSS)SQLJavaScriptPHPWeb Development+1

Csi computer fcrit

Head Of Public Relations

Jul 2021 – Jun 2022 · 11 mos · Vashi, Navi Mumbai · On-site

Managed PR and advertisement for CSI events, driving outreach and engagement.
Conducted cold emailing and networking across colleges to encourage participation.
Handled the committee’s Instagram and LinkedIn pages, including content creation and event promotions.
Major Contribution: Prototyped the official logo for the college.

Online PRMarketing StrategyPublicitySocial Media AdvertisingTeamworkContent Creation+2