Gaurav Kachhawa
About Gaurav Kachhawa
Gaurav Kachhawa serves as the Chief Product Officer at Gupshup, where he focuses on AI and machine learning in conversational engagement platforms. With over two decades of product management experience, he has held leadership roles at companies such as Adobe, Twitter, and Electronic Arts, and actively mentors startups as an angel investor.
Current Role at Gupshup
Gaurav Kachhawa serves as the Chief Product Officer at Gupshup, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, focusing on enhancing user experience and engagement. He has contributed to the creation of Gupshup's AI/ML powered conversational experiences toolkit, which aims to improve conversational engagement across various platforms.
Professional Experience
Gaurav Kachhawa has over two decades of experience in product management across various leading technology companies. He has held significant positions such as Sr. Director of Product Management at Adobe, where he was responsible for the Creative Cloud Experience & Engagement. His previous roles include VP of Product Management at Electronic Arts, Sr. Director at Twitter, and Director of Product at Zynga. He was also a founding engineering leader at Elance, where he played a crucial role in its transition to Upwork.
Education and Expertise
Gaurav Kachhawa holds an MBA from The Wharton School, where he studied Strategy, Venture Finance, and Marketing from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 1991 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product management and strategy, particularly in AI and machine learning applications.
Mentorship and Investment
In addition to his corporate roles, Gaurav Kachhawa is actively involved in mentoring startups and investing as an angel investor. He leverages his extensive industry experience to guide emerging companies and nurture talent within high-impact product teams. His passion for coaching reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the tech ecosystem.
Background
Gaurav Kachhawa began his career as a Senior Software Engineer at IBM Global Services, where he worked from 1995 to 1998. He later transitioned to consulting at Ernst & Young before moving into product management roles at various tech companies. His diverse background in software engineering and product management has shaped his approach to building effective product teams and driving engagement strategies.