Sib Mahapatra
About Sib Mahapatra
Sib Mahapatra is a Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Branch, with a background in venture capital and product development. He has held positions at Bain Capital Ventures, Redfin, Notation Capital, and the Yale Investments Office, and he graduated magna cum laude from Yale University.
Work at Branch
Sib Mahapatra serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Branch, a role he has held since 2018. His responsibilities include overseeing product strategy and development, ensuring that Branch meets the needs of its users. Under his leadership, the company has focused on creating innovative solutions that enhance user experience and drive growth. Branch operates within the New York City Metropolitan Area, where Mahapatra has been instrumental in shaping the company's vision and product offerings.
Current Role at Bain Capital Ventures
Since 2023, Sib Mahapatra has taken on the role of Scout at Bain Capital Ventures in New York, New York. In this position, he identifies promising investment opportunities and startups, leveraging his extensive experience in product development and venture capital. His insights contribute to Bain Capital's investment strategies and help the firm stay ahead in the competitive landscape of venture funding.
Previous Experience at Redfin
Sib Mahapatra worked at Redfin from 2013 to 2016 in Seattle, Washington, focusing on New Ventures. During his tenure, he contributed to the development of new business initiatives, applying his skills in product management and market analysis. His experience at Redfin provided him with a strong foundation in the real estate technology sector, which he has leveraged in subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Sib Mahapatra earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Ethics, Politics & Economics from Yale University, graduating magna cum laude. His academic background equips him with a strong understanding of the ethical and economic implications of business decisions. This educational foundation supports his work in product development and venture capital, where he applies critical thinking and analytical skills.
Experience at Notation Capital and Yale Investments Office
Before his current roles, Sib Mahapatra served as a Venture Fellow at Notation Capital from 2017 to 2018 in the Greater New York City Area. He also interned at the Yale Investments Office from 2010 to 2013 in New Haven, Connecticut. These positions allowed him to gain valuable insights into investment strategies and portfolio management, further enhancing his expertise in the venture capital landscape.