Ravi J.
About Ravi J.
Ravi J. is a Solutions Engineer at Akkio, where he has contributed to user engagement through platform tutorials and has streamlined sales processes. He has a diverse background in engineering and sales, with previous roles at DataRobot, WhyLabs, and MathWorks.
Work at Akkio
Currently serving as a Solutions Engineer at Akkio since 2022, Ravi J. has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing user engagement and platform understanding. He crafted insightful platform tutorials and videos, which significantly improved user interaction. Ravi also hosts the bi-weekly 'AI Data Workshop,' providing an overview of the AI data platform. His efforts in co-leading the adoption of the JOLT Method streamlined the sales process and reduced customer indecision. Additionally, he developed a best practices checklist for Akkio's Chat Explore, guiding users toward successful outcomes.
Previous Experience at DataRobot
Ravi J. worked at DataRobot from 2020 to 2022, initially as a Customer Success Manager for two years. During his time there, he transitioned to a Customer Facing Data Scientist role in 2022 for three months. His experience at DataRobot provided him with a strong foundation in customer engagement and data science applications, which he has leveraged in his subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Ravi J. holds a Post-Graduate Program in Data Science and Business Analytics from The University of Texas at Austin, completed in 2022. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Quantic School of Business and Technology in 2019. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, completed in 2010. Additionally, he pursued various professional education courses, including Entrepreneurial Negotiations at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Business Analytics Fundamentals for Leaders at Babson College.
Career Background
Ravi J. has a diverse professional background, having held various engineering and sales roles. He worked as a Mechanical Engineer at Bechtel Corporation and Enercon Services, Inc. from 2011 to 2014. He transitioned to sales as an Application Engineer at Control Southern from 2014 to 2017, and later served as an Inside Sales Engineer at MathWorks from 2017 to 2018 and again from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Mid-Market Account Executive at Siemens Digital Industries Software for six months in 2018.
Achievements in Process Improvement
At Akkio, Ravi J. has played a key role in refining internal processes. He collaborated on improving the Proof of Value (POV) processes and the use of Mutual Action Plans (MAPs). His contributions also include conducting competitive analysis to enhance Akkio's Go-To-Market strategies and competitive positioning. Furthermore, he certified Account Executives to ensure proficient platform demonstrations, thereby enhancing the sales team's capabilities.