Karthik Vasudevan
About Karthik Vasudevan
Karthik Vasudevan serves as the Principal of Strategic Initiatives at Convoy Inc, where he focuses on transforming freight through strategic initiatives. He has held various leadership roles in product management and entrepreneurship, including positions at Amazon and Minetta Brook.
Current Role at Convoy
Karthik Vasudevan serves as Principal of Strategic Initiatives at Convoy Inc, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on revolutionizing freight through strategic initiatives. He leads significant projects as part of the CTO's staff, emphasizing the importance of innovation within the company. His work aims to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth in the freight industry.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Before joining Convoy, Karthik worked at Amazon from 2015 to 2019 as Principal Product Manager - Tech for Amazon's Choice. During his four years in this role, he contributed to the development and management of product strategies that improved customer experience and operational performance in the Greater Seattle Area.
Educational Background
Karthik Vasudevan holds a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Sathyabama University, completing his degree from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he obtained an MBA in Entrepreneurship from the University of Washington's Michael G. Foster School of Business, studying from 2010 to 2013.
Career History and Leadership Roles
Karthik has held various leadership positions throughout his career. He was a Group Manager at Production Modeling Corporation from 2007 to 2013, focusing on simulation technology and optimization in the supply chain industry. He also founded Global Graynz, where he worked from 2013 to 2014, further showcasing his entrepreneurial skills and expertise in product leadership.
Expertise in Supply Chain and Simulation Technology
Karthik Vasudevan possesses extensive expertise in simulation technology and optimization within the supply chain industry. His background in industrial engineering and experience in product management enable him to implement strategic initiatives effectively, driving innovation and efficiency in freight operations.