Mentorship at FalconX

At FalconX, mentorship is at the heart of our mission to empower B2B tech entrepreneurs on their journey from concept to product and beyond. Our mentors are pivotal in connecting and guiding a dynamic community that includes startups, investors, corporates, and service providers. By engaging with cutting-edge technology and innovative startups, our mentors have the unique opportunity to offer advisory services, participate in technical evaluations, contribute to thought leadership, and co-represent FalconX in high-impact corporate engagements.

Join us in shaping the future of entrepreneurship and building a thriving, active community within FalconX.

Our mentors

BV Jagadeesh

Serial entrepreneur and investor with 30+ years of experience founding and funding successful enterprise startups

Vinod Koppurapu

25+ years in driving product strategy and technology solutions in Supply Chain, Data Center Fulfillment, and Consumer Hardware

Sree Menon

20+ years in e-commerce, marketplaces, and operations, now leading Acorn Connections in modernizing third-party reproduction

Ram Kedlaya

Executive coach and innovation advisor with 25+ years of experience in leadership development and global business

Ashish Mehra

Entrepreneur and product leader with 27+ years of experience in AI, startups, and innovation

Rao Cherukuri

Entrepreneur and technologist with 20+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and security

Levent Arabaci

30+ years of experience in leadership and transformation, including 17 years at Hitachi Ltd

Naveen Varma Alluri

15+ years in engineering leadership and entrepreneurial ventures

Raju Indukuri

30+ years of experience in startups, investments, and technology-driven transformations

Sanyogita Shamsunder

20+ years leading operations and driving innovation across multiple high-profile technology companies

Fernando Saenz

20+ years of experience in strategy, operations, and supply chain management, known for driving profitability and building high-performing teams

Preethy Padmanabhan

20+ years in high-tech marketing, product, sales, and engineering, driving 5-10X business growth

Gopinath Durairaj

Product executive with over 10+ years in cybersecurity, AI/ML, and B2B SaaS

Reetu Gupta

Customer Success Executive and Climate & Sustainability Enthusiast with 20+ years in strategic partnerships, data-driven strategies, and startup leadership

Joyce Li

Finance and investment leader with 20+ years in global investing, financial strategy, corporate governance, and AI integration for business growth.

Sridhar Kasichainula

20+ years in engineering, innovation, and technology development, known for transforming ideas into high-growth companies

Chockkalingam Karuppaiah

25+ years in product strategy, development, and manufacturing; Chair of the Center of Excellence for Energy and Sustainability

JP Vejendla

Seasoned Founder & CEO leveraging 8+ years of expertise in pioneering Cloud and Analytics solutions to drive business and government success.

Bijoy Bora

20+ years of experience in data engineering, strategy, and business development.

Venu Kondle

Experienced CEO in healthcare, leading North Valley Nephrology and California ACO for over 20 years

Bala Joshi

Engineering leader with 25+ years in tech giants like Intel, Fujitsu, and Sun Microsystems

Ashish Gupta

Over 24 years of experience in angel investing, board advisory, and entrepreneurship with a strong focus on tech startups and scaling businesses

Raju Reddy

30+ years of experience as an entrepreneur, angel investor, and board member, focusing on social impact initiatives

Annu Kristipati

Analytics leader with 20+ years of experience in strategic leadership, operational excellence, and education

Krishna Yarlagadda

30+ years of experience in semiconductor industries and AI

Bharath Ramasubramanian

Strategic finance, FP&A executive with 15+ years in M&A execution, financial planning, and operations across various industries

Mark Weiner

Accomplished CMO and advisor with over 35 years of experience in cloud/SaaS, networking, and security industries

Sandeep Chandrasekhar

10+ years in B2B sales, specializing in retail and e-commerce technology

Rohit Jain

25+ years in driving transformative initiatives, global market expansion, and fostering innovation across public and private sectors

Somshankar Das

30+ years of experience in building and investing in new businesses

Rajiv Pratap

30+ years of global technology leadership experience, specializing in generative AI and GTM strategies for large enterprises

Kumar Kandaswamy

30+ years in business strategy, product & platform leadership and GTM

Sudhakar Vundavalli

Spearheading Digital Transformation with Over 20 Years of Experience

Dinesh Tyagi

30+ years of experience in ASIC, FPGA, and Embedded Software, known for his vision and innovative approach

Sri Peruvemba

30+ years of experience in the technology industry, specializing in electronic displays, sensors, and marketing

Suresh Raju

20+ years in financial services, focusing on asset management, venture capital, and investment banking

Hrishikesh Sathawane

20+ years in strategy, innovation, and growth in Cloud, Storage, and ClimateTech, known for networking and partnerships.

Sumeet Ahuja

20+ years driving results in fintech, web3, and blockchain through innovative product leadership and strategic growth in disruptive organizations

Balaram Bollapragada

26+ years of experience in delivering high-quality, market-leading products across platforms, systems, SSDs, CPUs, and ASICS

Kamal Rupareliya

15+ years in strategic planning, product development, and business strategy in the tech industry

Sumip Patel

14+ years in eCommerce and marketplace models, driving growth and enhancing customer experiences

Sathyan Iyengar

Business Development and Product Strategy Leader with 20+ years in Security, Networking, Cloud, and Embedded Industries

Hiranjith H

30+ yeas in corporate strategy and marketing, specializing in business development, analytics, and cross-functional team leadership

MuckAI Girish

AI/ML expert with 20+ years in leading business development, strategic partnerships, and innovative tech solutions across multiple industries