Vikram Srinivasan
Co-Founder
Professional Background
PhD from UC, San Diego, Adjunct Professor IISc, Ex Director - Data Engineering Target, Ex Director Bell Labs, Ex. Assistant professor NUS Singapore.
Vikram Srinivasan, the CEO and Co-Founder of Needl.ai, has an illustrious career marked by leadership roles at renowned organizations like Target and Nokia Bell Labs. In addition to his industry experience, Vikram Srinivasan has served as a Professor at the National University of Singapore. He holds a Ph.D. from UC San Diego and contributes to academia as an Adjunct Professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc).

With extensive experience in both startups and large enterprises, Vikram has consistently driven innovation and delivered substantial business value through the development of complex products. At Needl.ai, he is at the forefront of revolutionizing data management, offering a cutting-edge solution that seamlessly integrates information from diverse sources into a unified platform.
Mission and Vision
At Needl.ai, Vikram is dedicated to revolutionizing how organizations manage and collaborate on unstructured data. The platform aims to unlock the full potential of data, enabling unprecedented levels of efficiency, productivity, and innovation. By integrating the best cloud computing features, Needl.ai provides a seamless experience that addresses challenging data management problems.
Achievements
Vikram Srinivasan co-founded Needl.ai with Kuntal Shah. Together, they aim to empower businesses by providing a unified, real-time view of information, regardless of its origin, format, or location, facilitating informed decision-making and seamless collaboration.

Vikram is a seasoned, curious, and outcome-driven entrepreneur and technology leader. His notable accomplishments include:
Founding and growing high-performance teams across various organizations.
Securing over 14 patents.
Advising 3 PhD students.
Publishing over 50 research papers in top-tier venues.
Speaking Engagements and Events
Vikram has shared his expertise and insights at several prominent events, including:
AI in Finance: Transforming Investment Management at FLAME University, Pune: Delivered a session on "AI Landscape & Practical Applications."
Microsoft's AI First Movers: Focused on leveraging AI technologies for large-scale data management and business insights.
Fifth Elephant Conference 2024: Track Editor for the LLM and Generative AI Track.
Artha-Samvaad Podcast: Discussed his entrepreneurial journey and the development of Needl.ai. (Link)
9th India Wealth Management Conference: Discussed his views on integration of artificial intelligence in wealth management.