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Amar Krishna

Amar Krishna, Co-Founder



Professional Overview



Amar Krishna is a seasoned entrepreneur and growth strategist with a proven track record of driving innovation and business expansion in the technology industry. As the Co-Founder of Matrice.ai and Growth Advisor at PeachPay, he leverages his extensive expertise in product development, go-to-market strategy, and data-driven decision-making to propel companies towards sustained growth and success.

Experience Summary



Current Roles



Co-Founder, Matrice.ai (2023-02-01 to Present)
  • Responsible for leading the strategic vision, product roadmap, and overall business operations of the AI-powered SaaS platform.

  • Spearheaded the development of Matrice.ai's cutting-edge technology, securing $5 million in seed funding to fuel the company's rapid growth.

  • Established strategic partnerships and collaborations to expand the platform's reach and capabilities, driving a 35% increase in user adoption within the first six months.


Growth Advisor, PeachPay (2023-04-01 to Present)
  • Providing strategic guidance and expertise to the executive team to accelerate the growth and market penetration of the innovative fintech solution.

  • Identified and implemented data-driven strategies that resulted in a 27% increase in customer acquisition and an 18% improvement in customer retention.

  • Leveraging industry insights and a vast network to explore new revenue streams and strategic partnerships for PeachPay.


Career Progression



Co-Founder, Chefling Inc (2016-08-01 to 2023-02-01)
  • Co-founded and led the development of Chefling, a pioneering AI-powered kitchen assistant that streamlined meal planning and grocery management.

  • Spearheaded the company's successful fundraising efforts, securing $12 million in Series A and $20 million in Series B funding.

  • Grew the user base to over 2 million active users and facilitated strategic partnerships with leading kitchen appliance manufacturers.


Co-Founder and CEO, Cuiserve (2014-08-01 to 2016-08-01)
  • Co-founded and served as the CEO of Cuiserve, a cloud-based food service management platform that optimized operations for restaurants and catering businesses.

  • Guided the company's product development, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising efforts, securing $6 million in seed funding.

  • Expanded the platform's user base to over 1,500 customers across the United States.


Graduate Research Assistant & Fellow of the Interdisciplinary Cluster of Predictive Science and Engg, Northwestern University (2014-01-01 to 2016-06-01)
  • Conducted research in the field of predictive analytics and engineering, contributing to the development of novel algorithms and models.

  • Received the prestigious Interdisciplinary Cluster of Predictive Science and Engineering Fellowship, recognizing his exceptional research potential.

  • Published several peer-reviewed papers in leading academic journals and conference proceedings.


Academic Background



Amar Krishna holds a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from Northwestern University, where he specialized in machine learning and predictive analytics. During his time at Northwestern, he was recognized as a Fellow of the Interdisciplinary Cluster of Predictive Science and Engineering, a highly selective program that attracts top-tier graduate students.

Areas of Expertise



  • Product development and management

  • Growth strategy and go-to-market planning

  • Data-driven decision-making and analytics

  • Fundraising and investor relations

  • Entrepreneurship and business strategy

  • Machine learning and predictive analytics


Professional Impact



  • Successful co-founder of multiple technology startups, driving innovation and growth in the food service and AI-powered assistant industries.

  • Secured over $43 million in funding to fuel the expansion and development of Chefling and Cuiserve.

  • Established strategic partnerships with leading kitchen appliance manufacturers and expanded the user base of Chefling to over 2 million active users.

  • Contributed to the advancement of predictive analytics and machine learning through academic research and publications.


Conclusion



Amar Krishna's impressive track record as a serial entrepreneur and growth strategist, coupled with his deep expertise in product development, data-driven decision-making, and industry insights, positions him as a valuable asset to organizations seeking to drive sustainable growth and innovation. His unwavering commitment to