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Mahesh Kasar
Serial Entrepreneur | Board Member | Innovation Leader | Author | Sales & Growth Accelerator | MIT Sloan Alumni
Japan
Telecommunications
Skills
Creativity and Innovation Fundraising Venture Capital +3
Founder Institute
Startup Mentor
Languages
English Japanese German
Founder Institute
Startup Mentor
SVP, Head of Sales APAC & ANZ
Rakuten Symphony
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About Me
I am an MIT Sloan / IIT Mumbai alumnus with over 28 years of leadership experience in business development and sales. I have managed business operations in the global market, particularly in technology sectors such as IoT, AI, Big Data, and social enterprises. As a serial entrepreneur, I have founded and led businesses in computer training, software development, and banking support operations. I am also passionate about driving innovation and have won the prestigious TATA Innovista award for Leading Edge Innovation. Currently, I serve as SVP at Rakuten Symphony and President at InnoEye K.K., leading operations in APAC & ANZ.
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Highlights & Achievements
- Over 28 years of leadership experience in business development and technology sales.
- Founded and led multiple enterprises in technology and training sectors.
- Key leadership roles in major global tech companies like Rakuten, Tech Mahindra, and Tata Consultancy Services.
- Winner of the prestigious
TATA Innovistaaward for innovation. - Expertise in driving growth in sectors like IoT, AI, Big Data, and telecom.
- Startup mentor at Founder Institute providing valuable insights and support to accelerate your startup’s growth and success.
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Why You Should Collaborate with Me
- Strategic Growth & Innovation Partner - I offer deep experience in driving growth and innovation within technology sectors, especially in IoT, AI, and telecom.
- Sales & Market Expansion Expert - With a proven track record in leading sales and business development teams, I can help scale your business in the APAC and ANZ markets.
- Collaborator for Technology Integration & Disruption - I bring a unique perspective in integrating disruptive technologies into mainstream businesses, particularly in telecom and AI.
- Startup Mentorship & Advisory - Gain valuable insights and support to accelerate your startup’s growth and success.
- Marketing & Event Collaborations - Join to create impactful events and share knowledge in global business and entrepreneurship.
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Skills
Creativity and Innovation Fundraising Venture Capital Go-to-Market & Scale Founder Institute Feature Mentor Startup Mentor
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Collaboration on Tech Innovation
I am open to collaborating with startups and organizations looking to innovate and integrate new technologies like AI, IoT, and Big Data.
Scale Your Business in APAC & ANZ
Help scaling businesses in the APAC and ANZ regions through strategic sales and market expansion efforts.
Disrupt the Telecom Industry Together
I am open to collaborate with firms aiming to disrupt the telecom industry through innovative solutions and platforms like Open RAN, IoT, and AI.
Innovate and Co-create with Me
Open to working with companies interested in co-creating innovative products and services across telecom, AI, and IoT.
Startup Mentorship & Advisory
Mentoring startups on refining business models, securing investment, and scaling efficiently, particularly in cross-border markets. My background in venture capital and business development enables me to offer hands-on advice to guide companies from seed stage to growth.
Marketing & Event Collaborations
Collaborating on events, webinars, and speaking engagements that highlight entrepreneurship, global business strategies, and social impact. These events aim to increase awareness and engagement on critical business issues in the global economy.
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