
I thrive on building and scaling innovative tech companies, from co-founding startups to investing in early-stage ventures. My passion lies in identifying disruptive ideas and nurturing them into market leaders, particularly within internet, software, and data aggregation.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Co-founded Payback India, gaining hands-on experience in startup creation and growth.
Currently serves as Managing Director at Javelin Venture Partners, investing in early-stage tech companies.
Can help others by providing venture capital and strategic startup guidance from a founder's perspective.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Technology
Began career with foundational roles in software and database analysis at Oracle followed by Panasonic (Tokyo) and Pure Software (Rational/IBM).
✦ Oracle Corporation
✦ Database Analyst
✦ Product Management
✦ Japanese Proficiency
✦ Global Management
Entrepreneurial Drive
Co-founded and joined early teams at four startups including Mypoints.com (IPO, acq. by United Airlines), Payback India, Keyhole (acq. by Google to become Google Earth/Maps)
✦ Founder
✦ Angel Investor
✦ Product Leader
✦ Growth Leader
✦ IPO
✦ M&A
Growth and Market Development
Led sales and market development efforts at Keyhole, Inc., focusing on expanding market reach.
✦ Keyhole, Inc
✦ Director
Venture Capital Leadership
Currently serves as Managing Director at Javelin Venture Partners, investing in and supporting early-stage tech companies.
✦ Javelin Venture Partners
✦ Managing Director
✦ Venture Capital
💪🏻 Superpowers
Seed-Stage Incubation Specialist
Transforming nascent ideas into market-ready ventures.
✦ Proven track record in the creation and growth of new companies.
✦ Expertise spans internet, software, geospatial, and data aggregation.
✦ Deep understanding of early-stage funding and market dynamics.
Strategic Venture Investor
Identifying and nurturing high-potential early-stage companies.
✦ Focus on internet, software, and data-centric businesses.
✦ Leverages operational experience for informed investment decisions.
✦ Drives growth through strategic guidance and network access.
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Builder
Connecting innovation with capital and expertise.
✦ Experience as a startup co-founder informs investment strategy.
✦ Aids portfolio companies in navigating growth challenges.
✦ Passionate about fostering the next generation of tech leaders.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering disruptive technologies and visionary founders.
✦ Connecting with innovators shaping the future of software and data.
✦ Exploring collaborations that accelerate groundbreaking ventures.
I can help with
✦ Providing strategic guidance to early-stage tech startups.
✦ Offering insights from a founder's perspective to portfolio companies.
✦ Facilitating introductions to key industry players and potential investors.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying emerging trends in niche software markets.
✦ Connecting with experts in geospatial data monetization strategies.
✦ Finding co-founders with deep technical expertise in AI applications.