Rikaz Zarook

CEO

London, England, United Kingdom10 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Launched over 50 startups in diverse industries.
  • Expert in delivering MVPs within 14 days.
  • Specialized in blockchain technology and strategy.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and Blockchain expert with a strong focus on product development and technical leadership.

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Skills

Core Skills

Software Project ManagementTechnical LeadershipProduct DevelopmentTechnical StrategyBlockchain TechnologyProduct Strategy

Other Skills

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)JavaScriptFull-stack engineeringMVP developmentRevenue-first approachBlockchainSmart ContractsDecentralized SystemsJoomlaE-CommerceTailwind CSSAgile Project ManagementVue.jsDartElementor

About

Stop looking for a technical co-founder. Start building your startup in 14 days. Most non-technical founders are stuck in a dangerous gap: hire freelancers (who execute but lack strategy) or spend months finding a CTO (costing equity, time, and risk). I built Witsberry to fill that gap. I act as your CTO Partner & Technical Co-Founder, not just a “task executor.” I own the technology so you can fully own your business. HOW WE WORK: I provide strategic leadership—architecture, roadmap, tech stack decisions—while my dedicated product squad handles full-stack engineering, QA, and UI/UX. You get the speed of an agency with the protection of a CTO. WHAT WE DELIVER: 🚀 Launch MVPs in ~14 Days: Investor-ready, revenue-ready, production-grade products. 💎 Scale Engines: Architecture built to grow from Day 1. 🛡️ Zero Equity, 100% Ownership: IP and code are fully yours. 🎯 Revenue-First Approach: First paying users within the first week. WHO WE WORK BEST WITH: • Founders tired of managing freelancers. • Startups needing speed without sacrificing quality. • Businesses needing a technical roadmap, not just a “dev shop.” THE RESULTS: Over 10+ years, we’ve helped 50+ founders turn napkin sketches into live, profitable products—from FinTech platforms to AI-driven SaaS tools. 90% of launches generate revenue in the first 7 days. CORE BELIEF: Great ideas die without great execution. We ensure your technology is an asset, not a liability. 👇 Serious about launching? Let’s talk strategy: https://witsberry.com/#contact

Experience

10 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
6 yrs 4 mos
Average Tenure
10 yrs 6 mos
Current Experience

Earlyminter

Chief Technology Officer

Nov 2022Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Doha, Qatar · Hybrid

  • I led EarlyMinter’s technology strategy as the go-to CTO for blockchain-driven products. My role combined hands-on engineering with strategic decision-making to build scalable, secure, and innovative solutions in the blockchain space. Key highlights:
  • Blockchain Leadership: Architected and implemented smart contract frameworks, tokenization strategies, and decentralized systems tailored for startups.
  • Product & Tech Strategy: Guided product roadmaps and technology choices to accelerate early-stage blockchain ventures from concept to market-ready MVPs.
  • Team & Project Leadership: Managed a hybrid team of engineers, ensuring agile delivery of high-quality, secure, and scalable blockchain applications.
  • Innovation & Execution: Translated emerging blockchain trends into actionable solutions, helping startups navigate complex technical challenges and regulatory considerations.
  • Mentorship & Advisory: Acted as a trusted advisor to founders, bridging the gap between business vision and technical execution.
  • Positioned myself as the “go-to CTO” for blockchain startups looking to launch products that are not only functional but also future-proof.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)JavaScriptBlockchain TechnologyTechnical Leadership

Witsberry

Founder and CTO

Nov 2015Present · 10 yrs 6 mos · Greater London · Hybrid

  • Act as CTO Partner for non-technical founders, taking full ownership of all technology and architecture decisions.
  • Led 50+ venture-ready startup launches across web, mobile, and SaaS products.
  • Deliver MVPs in ~14 days with 100% IP ownership, fixed pricing, and zero equity taken.
  • Provide strategic guidance, architecture, and scaling plans to minimize technical risk and accelerate growth.
  • Mentor founders to make informed tech choices without needing technical expertise.
  • Focus on revenue-first software, ensuring first paying users within the initial launch week.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)JavaScriptSoftware Project ManagementTechnical Leadership

Kattankudy.lk

Co-Founder

Apr 2015Oct 2016 · 1 yr 6 mos · Sri Lanka · On-site

  • The Online Classified Ad Agency is Located in Kattankudy. Kattankudy is a suburb in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Ifi host

Founder

Jan 2014Oct 2015 · 1 yr 9 mos · Sri Lanka · On-site

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

My soft-2u (pvt) ltd

Web Designer

Aug 2012Apr 2014 · 1 yr 8 mos · Batticaloa, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka · On-site

  • Led the design and development of multiple websites, specializing in Joomla and WordPress CMS.
JoomlaE-Commerce

Education

Kingston University

Master of Science - MS — Information Technology

Oct 2025Present

Pearson College London

PGD in Strategic Management & Leadership

Jan 2020Jan 2021

Madurai Kamaraj University

Bachelor’s Degree — Computer Science

Oct 2016Oct 2020

Kattankudy Central College

GCE Advanced Level — Bio Systems Technology

Jan 2014Jan 2016

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