Rahul Namdev
About Rahul Namdev
Rahul Namdev is the Cofounder and Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) of Betterhalf.ai, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a dual degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from IIIT Hyderabad and a Master's degree in Computer Science from MIT, and has received multiple awards for his innovative contributions to technology and education.
Work at Betterhalf
Rahul Namdev serves as the Cofounder and Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) at Betterhalf.ai, a position he has held since 2016. He was initially involved with Betterhalf.ai as Cofounder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for a brief period of one month in 2016. Under his leadership, Betterhalf.ai has focused on creating a tech-led backbone to address complexities in the wedding industry, aiming to revolutionize the sector. The company has successfully raised $8.5 million in Series A funding, which supports its vision to strengthen its presence in major Indian cities.
Education and Expertise
Rahul Namdev holds a dual degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, achieving both a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) and a Master of Science (MS) from the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIITH) from 2007 to 2013. He furthered his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he studied Computer Science and earned a Master of Science from 2013 to 2015. His academic background has equipped him with a strong foundation in technology and engineering, which he applies in his current role.
Background
Before co-founding Betterhalf.ai, Rahul Namdev worked at InnoPark, where he held roles as a Technical Consultant and Technical Subject Matter Expert. His contributions included developing a game engine for automatic creation of casino slot games, marking a significant innovation within the company. Additionally, he was a Master's student at MIT, where he wrote the first thesis for a city-scalable navigation system under the guidance of Professor Seth Teller.
Achievements
Rahul Namdev has received several accolades for his contributions to technology and innovation. He was awarded a Gold Medal for ranking first in his dual degree batch at IIIT Hyderabad, reflecting his academic excellence. His work on an interactive platform for blind and visually impaired students was recognized as the most innovative research at the PETRA 2015 conference in Greece. Furthermore, he received the 'Touch of Genius Prize for Innovation' in April 2015 for his efforts in promoting Braille literacy.
Professional Network
Rahul Namdev has established a robust professional network, boasting over 30,000 partners on the Betterhalf.ai platform. This extensive network supports the company's mission to streamline the wedding process and enhance user experience. His connections within the industry are instrumental in driving the company's growth and expanding its reach in the competitive wedding market.