Meet Our Mentors
Industry leaders, successful founders, and domain experts committed to guiding the next generation of builders.
Sudhir Bhargava
MentorExperienced Chief Financial Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the internet, education, management consulting, services industries. Skilled in IPO/ QIP/ Fund raising, Stakeholder Management including Investor Relations, Corporate Development, Corporate Finance, Business Planning, Liquidity Management, Treasury, Accounts/ Audit/ FP&A, Management Information Systems (MIS) and people management. A finance professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance and Marketing from Faculty of Management Studies - University of Delhi.
Veenam Jain
MentorI help organizations unlock the next wave of growth by building and scaling conversational AI, multimodal, and agentic frameworks. Starting with real estate and now extending into e-commerce and consumer experiences, my work focuses on designing AI-native platforms that act less like tools and more like partners — transforming how businesses acquire, serve, and retain customers. With 15+ years spanning Head of Product leadership, management consulting, and digital transformation strategy, I bring a unique blend of executional depth and strategic vision. I’ve led AI initiatives from 0→1 (venture incubation, early adoption) to 1→10 (scaling, monetization, partnerships), guiding cross-functional teams and C-level stakeholders to deliver measurable impact. My passion lies in evangelizing AI adoption at scale — simplifying complexity, aligning technology with business value, and shaping the next generation of intelligent products. My expertise lies in orchestrating strategic pivots, scaling AI/ML initiatives, and building high-performing teams to deliver innovative, market-leading products.
Rahul Babbar
MentorSeasoned Growth Leader | 16+ Years Scaling High-Impact Ventures: With 16+ years of battle-tested expertise in hypergrowth environments, I've been instrumental in driving aggressive regional expansion, revenue acceleration, and operational scale across fintech, SaaS, retail, and media ecosystems. My track record includes successfully scaling Lending portfolios exceeding ₹500+ CR AUM while architecting sustainable growth frameworks for both unicorn bound startups and established market leaders. Core Competencies & Growth Drivers: I specialize in zero-to-one market penetration, building and scaling high-velocity sales engines, and executing disruptive BTL marketing playbooks that amplify brand visibility and market share. My expertise spans full-stack P&L ownership, strategic channel partner ecosystems, aggressive cost optimization initiatives, and end-to-end product-market-fit execution, consistently delivering 10x measurable outcomes across diverse verticals. Operational Excellence & Scale: My strength lies in orchestrating complex, multi-state operations while maintaining laser focus on unit economics and customer lifetime value optimization. I excel at rapid user acquisition and retention strategies, consistently crushing ambitious sales targets while implementing robust risk mitigation frameworks. Whether it's scaling early-stage ventures or optimizing mature business units, I thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments where agility and strategic thinking drive breakthrough results. Mission-Driven Leadership: I'm passionate about building category defining businesses through data-driven growth hacking, strategic partnership development, and relentless focus on sustainable value creation. My leadership philosophy centers on empowering cross-functional teams to achieve exponential growth while maintaining operational discipline and market leadership.
Nishant Jain
MentorWith over 10 years of professional experience, I am a dedicated data scientist passionate about applying cutting-edge innovations to address real-world challenges. My career has spanned diverse roles in the retail and finance sectors, where I have consistently delivered impactful results through AI-driven solutions. My analytical mindset, combined with a calm and composed demeanor, enables me to navigate complex problems creatively and effectively. As a research-oriented professional, I'm committed to finding the best possible solutions to any challenge I encounter. I have honed my skills in international organizations and have experience working with DataBricks PySpark, Python, Deep Learning, NLP, and Git/Github. In addition to my technical skills, I am an active contributor to the community. I've organized and presented at a PyData meetup, sharing insights on causal impact modeling, and I've mentored junior team members, contributing to their growth and development. Outside of my professional life, I have a diverse range of interests, including public speaking, running, yoga, psychology, anime, and Age of Empires. These interests enrich my perspective and creativity in problem-solving. I am excited to bring my expertise and passion for AI to new challenges and opportunities in the field.