Kartik Gurmule
About Kartik Gurmule
Kartik Gurmule is an entrepreneur with a diverse background, currently serving as Founder In Residence at Antler and CEO at Mixo in New York. He has held various leadership roles in startups across India and the US, including positions at Entrepreneur First, Tez, Dropshyp, and SmallRank.
Current Role at Antler
Kartik Gurmule serves as a Founder In Residence at Antler, a global startup generator and early-stage venture capital firm. He began this role in 2024 and has been contributing to the New York office for six months. In this position, he focuses on mentoring and supporting emerging entrepreneurs in developing their business ideas and navigating the startup landscape.
Previous Experience at Entrepreneur First
Before joining Antler, Kartik worked at Entrepreneur First as a Founder In Residence for two months in 2022. This role took place in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, where he engaged with aspiring founders to help them refine their startup concepts and strategies.
Entrepreneurial Journey with Tez
Kartik was the Founder and CEO of Tez from 2021 to 2023, operating out of Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. During his two-year tenure, he led the company in its mission and strategic direction, contributing to its growth and operational success.
Co-Founding Dropshyp
In 2020, Kartik co-founded Dropshyp and served as the Chief Operating Officer for ten months. His role involved overseeing the company's operations and helping to establish its market presence.
Educational Background
Kartik Gurmule is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Management at the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, which he began in 2020. Additionally, he is studying for a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) at SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), a program he started in 2021. His education spans both India and the UK, providing him with a diverse academic foundation.