Aurora Training Advantage

Chief Executive Officer

ITU Online

ITU Online Training is dedicated to bringing students comprehensive training in all major aspects of the IT industry. ITU offers courses for individuals seeking IT career certifications and corporate training for organizations that want their employees to have the latest technology skills.

Triad Behavioral Health

Triad Behavioral Health provides exam preparation, continuing education, and career services for behavioral health individuals, institutions, and organizations for over 40 years. Triad’s brands include – AATBS, Academic Review, Taylor Study Method, Gerry Grossman Seminars, and Smart Practitioner.

Chief Marketing Officer

Lost River

As a decisive leader, spearheaded all organizational initiatives, including the management of Marketing, Sales, and Development teams. Oversaw the design, development, and deployment of an ecommerce website while simultaneously guiding the marketing team in building brand awareness through online and offline strategies.

Chief Operations Officer

Automobile Club of Southern California

Responsible and accountable for the development of the AAA Mobile app. Collaborated with various strategic development partners to design, develop and deploy App. Drove and set priorities, milestones, requirements, and ensured features were in alignment with the strategic business objectives of AAA.

Sr. Product Manager - Mobile Application

Next Day Flyers

As the manager of an eight-member Marketing Operations team at NextDayFlyers, I steered the tactical execution of products and services on the ecommerce platform. In collaboration with Dev, manufacturing, and executive teams, we successfully aligned priorities and requirements with strategic business goals, thus maximizing team performance and productivity.

Marketing Operations Manager

M2 Technical Services Inc.

Managed due diligence for potential investments for The Sentient Group, a major private equity firm with $2.3 billion in global resource projects.

Sr. Product Manager /Consultant

Ultimate Truck and Auto Accessories

Responsible for the design, development, deployment of two eCommerce web sites - www.ultimatetruck.com and www.ultimateoutdoor.com. Developed marketing strategy to build brand awareness, traffic and conversions of users. Decisive leader of all technical initiatives of the organization.

Director of eCommerce

AutoAnything

Managed merchandising team accountable for implementing, maintaining and managing new and existing products on eCommerce site.  Communicated with the executive team, vendors, and internal departments to coordinate overall merchandising efforts in accordance with corporate strategy and revenue goals.

Manager

MP3.com

Planned and managed the development, testing, launch and operation of products and services designed to increase traffic, build user communities that all generate revenue. Analyzed success metrics and made adjustments to service as necessary.

Senior Product Manager

Ever wondered why some companies thrive while others merely survive? The difference might be closer than you think.

Many organizations grapple with aligning their business objectives to operational execution, leading to missed opportunities and stagnant growth. CEOs and executives often find themselves overwhelmed by complex market dynamics, struggling to foster high-performing teams essential for innovation and profitability.

Imagine leading an organization where strategic goals seamlessly translate into exceptional results. Your teams are not just performing—they're excelling—propelling your company to new heights of revenue and market expansion. Picture navigating complex business environments with confidence, backed by innovative strategies that place your company ahead of the competition.

With over 23 years of executive leadership experience, I specialize in transforming organizations by aligning business objectives with effective operational execution. My expertise includes developing and implementing innovative business strategies that exceed revenue and market goals. By fostering cultures of excellence and collaboration, I build and lead high-performing teams equipped to tackle today's fast-paced markets. Leveraging deep market insights and financial acumen, I navigate complex business environments, identify growth opportunities, and position organizations ahead of industry trends.

Ready to transform your organization and achieve remarkable success? Let's connect. Send me a message or schedule a meeting to discuss how we can align your business objectives with actionable strategies for growth.

Derrick Josten

Karan Ramchandani

Your CxO Online

Founded Your CxO Online to solve a critical challenge for startups providing Fractional C-Suite Leadership and Fundraising as a Service. 

By offering on-demand executive leadership, I help startups scale efficiently with the right leaders at the right time and the right cost.

My work focuses on:📍

Serving as a Fractional COO and CRO to drive business strategy, operations, and revenue growth.
Building strategic partnerships to expand into North American & Canadian markets.

Supporting startups in securing funding, building investor relations, and navigating growth challenges.

With a focus on early and growth-stage startups across sectors like SaaS, PaaS, Tech, Sustainability, and EdTech, my goal is to foster innovation and accelerate startup success. 

In the next phase, I aim to grow Your CxO Online to a US$500K ARR and launch a dedicated app to further support startups​.

Founder & Fractional COO

AtlantisFiber™ North America

At AtlantisFiber™, I drive the company's growth strategy, operations, and revenue generation across North America. 

My focus is on establishing a strong market presence while optimizing operational efficiency and building investor confidence.

Key Responsibilities📍

Business Strategy & Operations: Overseeing the company’s P&L management to ensure sustainable growth.

Revenue Operations: Implementing strategic processes to accelerate revenue generation and market expansion.

Fundraising & Investor Relations: Developing robust investor relationships and leading fundraising initiatives.

Team & Process Management: Setting up high-performance teams, operational frameworks, and scalable processes to support expansion.

Leveraging my expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, and operational leadership, I contribute to AtlantisFiber™’s mission of delivering innovative solutions in the sustainable materials space.

Fractional Chief Revenue & Operations Officer

Division50

At Division50, I provided fractional leadership to help the company drive its business strategy and streamline operations. 

Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and driving revenue growth, I collaborated closely with stakeholders to build and implement actionable strategies.

Key Contributions📍
Business Process Improvement: Identified operational bottlenecks and introduced scalable processes to enhance productivity.

Strategic Growth: Developed and executed market entry strategies, contributing to the company's expansion and market positioning.

Leadership Support: Provided hands-on strategic guidance to leadership teams, enabling them to achieve their operational goals.

My experience in process engineering, revenue operations, and business strategy allowed Division50 to unlock new growth opportunities while ensuring operational excellence​.

Fractional Chief Strategy Officer

Christmas Company

As a Fractional COO at Christmas Company, I brought operational leadership and strategic insights to enhance efficiency and drive growth. 

My focus was on optimizing business processes, implementing scalable operations, and building a strong foundation for long-term success.

Key Contributions📍
Business Strategy & Operations: Developed and executed operational strategies to streamline processes and improve productivity.

Revenue Management: Implemented financial strategies to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborated with leadership teams to align operations with business goals.

Process Improvement: Introduced data-driven decision-making frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.

Leveraging my expertise in business development, operations management, and process engineering, I contributed to Christmas Company’s mission of delivering exceptional products and services.

Fractional COO

Builder.ai

At Builder.ai, I led sales and business development initiatives across South East Asia, driving revenue growth and establishing the company's market presence. 

By leveraging strategic partnerships and innovative sales practices, I played a pivotal role in expanding the customer base and accelerating product adoption.

Key Contributions📍

Built and managed high-performance sales teams, leading to significant market expansion.

Developed and implemented strategic sales processes that enhanced revenue generation.

Fostered partnerships with key stakeholders, driving long-term growth and collaboration.

Associate Director Of Sales

SD Squared, now known as Builder.ai, was India’s largest Amazon Web Services (AWS) partner and one of the top 5 in Asia, with over 500 clients and a combined revenue of $60 million in just 4 years. 

As a core part of the company’s journey, I contributed to its transition into a global leader in AI-powered software development.

At SD Squared, we pioneered the concept of building the "World’s Largest Outsourcing Company" using AI, Dev Shops, and Cloud Providers. Our mission was to solve the most pressing challenges in tech outsourcing — addressing issues of cost, delivery uncertainty, and communication barriers.

Key Contributions📍

Spearheaded market expansion and sales strategy across India, the Middle East, South East Asia, and North America, accelerating the company's global presence.

Developed and nurtured strategic partnerships to unlock new revenue streams and enhance market positioning.
Engaged with over 400 clients and 50 million users, delivering seamless, AI-powered software solutions.
Implemented scalable business engagement models to ensure operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

The transformative strategies I implemented directly contributed to SD Squared’s growth trajectory, ultimately evolving into Builder.ai, now a $2.5 billion company redefining software development.

Senior Manager - Sales & Business Engagements

As a Senior Project Manager at SD Squared, now known as Builder.ai, I led critical engineering projects that contributed to the company's rise. 

My role focused on ensuring on-time, cost-effective delivery of AI-powered software solutions for a diverse client base of over 400 companies and 50 million engaged users.

Key Contributions📍

Project Estimation & Cost Management: Delivered accurate budgeting, proposals, and pricing strategies, aligning financial goals with project execution.

Client Onboarding & Scope Management: Streamlined onboarding processes, collaborating with stakeholders to define and manage project scopes.

Stakeholder & Client Management: Acted as the primary liaison, ensuring transparent communication and stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Risk Management & Quality Assurance: Implemented robust risk assessment frameworks, proactively identifying and mitigating potential project challenges.

Operational Efficiency: Established clear project timelines, coordinated cross-functional teams, and ensured deliverables met high-quality standards.

This experience further strengthened my expertise in engineering leadership, operational management, and client engagement, playing a key role in the company's rapid growth and its transformation into Builder.ai.

Senior Project Manager - Engineering

NASSCOM

At NASSCOM, I led the North India region for the IT-ITeS Sector Skills Council (SSC NASSCOM), driving large-scale skill development initiatives to bridge the talent gap in the IT-BPM industry. 

In collaboration with industry leaders, academic institutions, and training providers, I focused on equipping individuals with job-ready and industry-relevant skills.

Key Contributions📍

Led the India-European Union Skill Development Project, standardizing 74 IT-ITeS Qualification Packs (QPs) and developing a Standard Model Curriculum to align industry needs with training programs.

Secured QP adoption commitments from major industry players including GENPACT, Wipro, WNS, Concentrix, and Hero BPO.

Facilitated skilling partnerships with leading academic institutions like Sharda University, Bharati Vidyapeeth College, and Lingaya’s University.

Organized 50+ outreach events to promote SSC NASSCOM programs, creating widespread industry and academic awareness.

Collaborated with GENPACT to launch a CSR-funded skilling program and with Symantec to establish a Cybersecurity Skills initiative.

Successfully introduced a Finance & Accounting course recognized as a critical skill area for the IT-BPM industry.
Played a pivotal role in the World Skills Competition 2015, contributing to India's talent development in IT skills.

My time at NASSCOM was dedicated to building a robust talent pipeline for the technology sector, ensuring both fresh graduates and experienced professionals had access to relevant and future-ready skills.

Regional Lead (North), IT-ITeS Sector Skills Council NASSCOM | India Region

BrainMass Educational Solutions Private Limited

At BrainMass Educational Solutions, I led innovative edtech projects focused on enhancing learning experiences for K-12 students in the Americas. 

Managing cross-functional teams, I delivered impactful solutions in app development and online tutoring.

Key Contributions 📍
Mango Learning – App Development Project: Directed the creation of gamified learning applications that provided immersive, experiential learning experiences for K-12 students.

BrainFuse – Online Tutoring: Built and managed a team of skilled online tutors to deliver personalized educational support, expanding access to quality tutoring for students across the Americas.

My role involved strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and operational management, ensuring the successful delivery of solutions that transformed digital learning.

Senior Project Manager  | Americas Region

Trivium Education Service (P) LTD.

Managed projects to develop K-12 Math assessments aligned with US Common Core Standards for major clients including Tata McGraw Hill, Riverside Publishing, and Measured Progress. 

Led assessment design and content development for platforms like Learn Zillion and Achievement Networks, ensuring educational quality and alignment with academic standards.

Associate Project Manager - Assessments | Americas Region

iDiscoveri Education Pvt. Ltd.

Led the EXSEED Series S Cleanup Project, overseeing project planning, execution, and team skill development. 

Additionally, managed the Series S Errata Project, documenting key learnings to enhance the organization's process assets and ensure continuous improvement.

Consultant Project Coordinator | India Region

NIAM Educational Foundation

Served as a Visiting Faculty Member for MBA students, specializing in teaching C++, Java, and other technical subjects. 

Focused on delivering practical insights and industry-relevant knowledge to enhance students' technical proficiency.

Visiting Faculty Member

From empowering startups to building billion-dollar businesses, I’ve spent my career navigating the intersection of leadership, innovation, and growth.

As part of the founding core team (VP Revenue Ops) at Builder.ai, I played a pivotal role in scaling the company from the ground up, activating new markets and teams from scratch. 

From strategic partnerships and business development to fundraising across India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and North America, I contributed to the company’s remarkable trajectory, culminating in a $2.5 billion valuation.

With a deep passion for entrepreneurship, I’ve worked across the startup ecosystem, from idea-stage ventures to established scaleups. 

My journey has spanned sectors including Education, Skill Development, and Technology. 

At NASSCOM, I led initiatives that directly impacted millions of young professionals, shaping national standards for IT and tech skills.

Today, I lead Your CxO Online, offering Fractional C-Suite Leadership and Fundraising as a Service to early and growth-stage startups. 

My mission is to solve a critical challenge, providing the Rright Lleadership at the Rright Ttime and the Rright Ccost. By bridging the gap between founders, fractional consultantsexecutives, and investors, I help startups accelerate growth, raise capital, and scale sustainably.

If you’re a startup founder seeking strategic leadership without the full-time commitment or an investor looking to support high-potential ventures, let’s connect. 

Together, we can turn visionary ideas into impactful businesses.

Specialties📍
Fractional C-Suite Leadership
Startup Strategy & Fundraising
Business Development & Market Expansion
Strategic Partnerships
Revenue Operations
Process Engineering

Let’s grow your startup, from seed to scale. 
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