From Startups to Enterprises: with Systems and Frameworks
Over the past 8+ years, I've navigated the dynamic world of product management, contributing to the growth of early-stage startups and scaling enterprise solutions. My journey reflects a commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and measurable impact, driving change through AI/ML, SaaS, and scalable product strategies.
Career Progression
My journey reflects consistent growth and measurable impact across organizations and roles.

Director of Product Strategy - Cornerstone OnDemand
2021
Leading AI-powered innovation for 2,000+ customers, transforming workforce solutions across 7,000+ enterprises

Senior Product Manager - EdCast
2017
Achieved 54x adoption growth, 10% ARR increase, and 513x MAU growth through innovative learning experiences

Founding Product Manager - Workerbee Technologies
2016
Built AI infrastructure with 23 vendors, creating scalable data annotation network

Product Intern - Bosch
2015
Optimized mobile integration for infotainment systems, reducing integration time by 30%
Each role has built upon the previous, expanding my impact from technical optimization to strategic leadership.
Key Achievements and Impact
54x
Enterprise Customer Growth
EdCast's growth post Series B.
10%
ARR Growth
Driven by data and analytics improvements.
512x
Monthly Users Growth
Scaled EdCast's platform usage dramatically.
7K+
Enterprises Empowered
Enhanced workforce agility with AI-enabled platforms.
80%
Engagement Boost
Achieved through AI-powered Content Studio.
1B+
Hours of Learning
Achieved through learning platforms
Cornerstone OnDemand Experience

1

AI Product Leadership
Guiding teams in delivering AI-driven solutions across web, mobile, and VR/AR.

2

Product Innovation
Balancing creation of new AI products with reimagining existing workflows.

3

Team Collaboration
Driving alignment across design, engineering, and product teams.
Driving AI Innovation
Multi-LLM Platform
Conceptualized and built a conversational platform across web, mobile, and AR/VR environments, leveraging multiple large language models.
Content Studio
Led the creation of an AI-enabled PLG platform, achieving 80% higher engagement and onboarding 2,000+ customers.
Xplor Framework
Designed a configurable widget framework, delivering personalized employee experiences for enterprise clients.
Content Studio: Inception to Lanch and Scale (0-1-10)
Launch Success
Led creation and launch, scaling to over 2,000 customers.
AI-Powered
Utilizes AI for content discovery and personalization.
User Experience
Provides adaptive and dynamic experience for enterprise curators.
Xplor: Experience Framework
Strategy Development
Developed 0-1 new product strategy to streamline product portfolio efficiency.
Framework Creation
Created customizable UX framework with widgets for enterprise customers.
Adaptable Experiences
Enabled building of business-centric, adaptable experiences for employees.
EdCast Experience
Strategic Leadership
Led product vision across platform, data, design, and AI. Delivered holistic employee experience solutions.
Data-Driven Innovation
Established data infrastructure and first data analytics offering. Enabled actionable learning insights and platform-wide data lakes.
UI/UX Redesign
Directed full platform UI/UX overhaul. Implemented centralized design system and standardized component library.
SaaS Integrations
Integrated with 30+ platforms like LinkedIn Learning, reducing onboarding time by 40%.
EdCast Growth Metrics

1

Customer Base Expansion
Achieved 54x growth in customer base.

2

User Engagement
Increased Monthly Active Users (MAUs) by 513x.

3

Revenue Growth
Contributed to 10x jump in revenue.

4

Market Recognition
EdCast recognized as #1 LXP in 2019-2020.
Integration Ecosystem at EdCast
API Integration Efforts
Led development of 30+ turnkey integrations with platforms like LinkedIn Learning, Udemy, and Safari Books. Established seamless content delivery pipelines that enabled single sign-on capabilities and automated content synchronization. Implemented robust OAuth2 authentication protocols and RESTful APIs to ensure secure data exchange between platforms.
Implementation Impact
Reduced platform implementation cycles by 20%, improving customer onboarding and satisfaction. Streamlined integration processes resulted in 40% faster content migration and a 60% reduction in technical support tickets. Created comprehensive documentation and self-service tools that enabled customers to complete basic integrations independently, reducing implementation costs by 35%.
Competitive Edge
Ensured EdCast stayed ahead in the market through strategic integrations and feature development. Built partnerships with key industry leaders to offer exclusive content and features, resulting in 25% higher customer retention rates. Implemented machine learning algorithms to optimize content recommendations across integrated platforms, leading to a 45% increase in user engagement with third-party content.
Technical Architecture
Designed and implemented a scalable microservices architecture to handle multiple concurrent integrations. Created a unified data model that standardized content metadata across various learning platforms, enabling seamless search and discovery. Developed real-time monitoring systems to track integration health and performance metrics across the ecosystem.
Future Roadmap
Established a strategic integration roadmap prioritizing emerging learning platforms and content providers. Developed API versioning strategy to ensure backward compatibility while enabling future innovations. Created an integration marketplace allowing third-party developers to build custom connectors, expanding the ecosystem's reach.
Workerbee Technologies Experience

Platform Vision
Defined product strategy for new AI-enabled data science platform.

Automation Features
Led development of initial automation features for data labeling workflows.

Partnership Expansion
Established strategic relationships with key AI tool providers like IBM and Google.
Workerbee Technologies: Building AI Infrastructure

1

Product-Market Fit
Conducted customer interviews to identify key pain points.

2

Vendor Network
Partnered with 23 vendors to create a scalable data annotation network.

3

Funding Secured
Demonstrated platform value to investors, securing initial funding.
As Founding Product Manager, I led the development of an AI infrastructure platform to automate complex data-labeling workflows, improving operational efficiency and enabling rapid product iterations for enterprise clients.
Bosch Experience

Mobile Integration
Led integration of mobile apps with Bosch's infotainment platform.

Efficiency Boost
Optimized processes, reducing integration time by 30%.

App Launches
Successfully launched 2 new apps into the infotainment ecosystem.

Quality Assurance
Ensured high product quality through continuous QA and issue resolution.
Bosch: Enhancing Infotainment Systems
1
App Integration
Managed end-to-end lifecycle for 8 app integrations across iOS and Android.
2
Collaboration
Fostered cross-functional teamwork across Germany, India, and the US.
3
Showcasing Innovation
Contributed to trade events, demonstrating Bosch's multimedia solutions.
Education
Master's Degree
Information Systems
Syracuse University
Certificate of Advanced Study
Data Science
Syracuse University
Bachelor's of Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya
Honors and Awards
Academic Excellence
  • Chancellor's Award for scoring 99.99th percentile (150k students)
  • Ranked 2nd overall in university academic standing
  • Recipient of prestigious Dean's Scholarship for exceptional academic performance
Distinguished Recognition
  • Excellence in Exchange Award recipient
  • Honored for outstanding contributions to intercultural exchange programs
  • Special recognition for academic leadership and achievement
Journey Reflections and Philosophy
Growth and Evolution
My career reflects continuous evolution from tackling niche startup challenges to driving AI-powered transformations at global scale.
Versatility
I've thrived in diverse environments, excelling in rapid iteration at startups, scaling adoption at growth-stage companies, and fostering innovation at global enterprises.
Impact-Driven
Consistent success in delivering measurable results, from 54x user adoption increases to 10% ARR growth driven by data-informed strategies.
Product Philosophy
"Great products are built at the intersection of vision, execution, and impact."
I’m passionate about building innovative products that not only solve real problems but also inspire delight. With a deep focus on user-centric design, data-driven decisions, and strategic execution, I collaborate with teams to create experiences that resonate with users and deliver measurable business outcomes. My mission is to bridge technology, design, and strategy to drive meaningful impact and lasting value
Let’s Build the Future Together
I’m excited to connect with professionals, share insights, and explore opportunities to create impactful products. Whether you’re looking for a thought partner, a mentor, or a collaborator, I’d love to hear from you.
Location
Location
Kirkland, Washington, United States
Resume
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