Redon Gjika
About Redon Gjika
Redon Gjika is the CEO and Co-founder of Bonsai, a platform that supports the business operations of 500,000 professional and creative firms. He has an extensive educational background in technology, public policy, and international business, along with experience in consulting and product management.
Work at Bonsai
Redon Gjika serves as the CEO and Co-founder of Bonsai, a company he has been with since 2016. Under his leadership, Bonsai has developed a platform that supports the business operations of 500,000 professional and creative firms. His role involves overseeing strategic initiatives and ensuring the platform meets the needs of its diverse user base.
Education and Expertise
Redon Gjika has a diverse educational background. He studied Technology and Public Policy at Presidential Classroom in Washington D.C. for 11 months in 2008. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in International Business from East China Normal University in 2013. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science (MSc) in Strategy and Technology Management at emlyon business school from 2010 to 2014. His foundational education includes a Baccalauréat S in Maths from Lycée Henri Poincaré.
Professional Background
Before co-founding Bonsai, Redon Gjika held several positions in various organizations. He was President of EMLYON Junior Conseil in 2012 for 11 months in the Lyon Area, France. He worked at Work4 as a Product professional from 2012 to 2014 in the Paris Area. Following that, he served as a Consultant at The Boston Consulting Group from 2014 to 2016, also in the Paris Area.
Achievements in Securing Investment
Redon Gjika has successfully secured backing from notable investors for Bonsai. His efforts have attracted investment from prominent firms such as YCombinator, Index Ventures, and Matrix Partners. This support has been crucial in scaling the operations and enhancing the platform's capabilities.