Jani Pasha
About Jani Pasha
Jani Pasha is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lokal, a platform designed for non-English speaking users in India. He has a background in product management and innovation, with previous roles at companies like Tata Steel and TheSoup.
Work at Lokal
Jani Pasha serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Lokal, a platform designed to meet the needs of non-English speaking users in India. Since 2018, he has led the development of the platform, which focuses on providing local news and classifieds tailored for users in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and towns. Under his leadership, Lokal has aimed to enhance access to information and services for underserved communities, addressing specific challenges faced by these populations.
Previous Experience
Before his role at Lokal, Jani Pasha held several positions that contributed to his expertise in product management and innovation. He co-founded TheSoup, an AI-based news platform, where he worked for eight months in 2017-2018. He also served as a Senior Product Manager at Zoomo India for one year and as a Manager at Tata Steel for seven months. Additionally, he was involved with Jagriti Sewa Sansthan as a Fellow and worked as an Undergraduate Representative at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.
Education and Expertise
Jani Pasha earned his Bachelor of Technology degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. He further enhanced his entrepreneurial skills by participating in Y Combinator's Summer 2019 program. His educational background, combined with his professional experiences, has equipped him with a strong foundation in technology and product development, particularly focused on regional market needs.
Recognition and Contributions
In 2020, Jani Pasha was recognized by Forbes as part of the 30 Under 30 Asia list for his contributions to growth and innovation in regional markets. His work primarily addresses the challenges and opportunities in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in India, where he writes about strategies for fostering development and enhancing user engagement in these areas.