Kartik M.
About Kartik M.
Kartik M. serves as the Head of Business Development at IOTW and has a diverse background in entrepreneurship and technology. He has held various roles in business development, consulting, and venture capital, while actively contributing to Web3 literacy through his platform, Strive.
Current Role at IOTW
Kartik M. serves as the Head of Business Development at IOTW, a position he has held since 2018. His role involves overseeing business strategies and initiatives to enhance the company's growth and market presence. Based in Hong Kong, he has contributed to the development of key partnerships and business opportunities within the organization.
Previous Experience in Business Development and Marketing
Prior to his current role, Kartik M. held various positions that contributed to his expertise in business development and marketing. He worked as the Chief Marketing Officer at SmileyGo for two months in 2015 and co-founded Twoshares, where he was active from 2019 to 2020. His experience also includes a role as a consultant at Deloitte, where he worked for a total of 17 months across different periods.
Educational Background
Kartik M. has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Economics, Computer Science coursework, and Tech Entrepreneurship from 2013 to 2017. He also attended the European Innovation Academy, specializing in Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies in 2014. His foundational education was completed at Amity International School, Saket, New Delhi, where he achieved AISSCE from 1999 to 2013.
Community Engagement and Web3 Initiatives
Kartik M. is actively involved in promoting Web3 literacy through the platform strive.social. He has developed a community-driven platform, Strive, aimed at making NFT-based financial products accessible to a broader audience. His engagement extends to community platforms like Telegram and Discord, where he promotes Strive's initiatives and fosters discussions around Web3 technologies.
Roles at Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology
Since 2018, Kartik M. has held multiple roles at the Sutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology in Berkeley, California. He serves as an Accelerator Advisor and Industry Fellow at the Berkeley Blockchain Lab, as well as the Program Director at the Berkeley Blockchain Xcelerator. In these roles, he supports startups and entrepreneurs in navigating the blockchain landscape.