Adi Walavalkar
About Adi Walavalkar
Adi Walavalkar serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Novel Capital, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in various industries, including Fintech and Healthcare IT, and holds degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, and Business Administration.
Current Role at Novel Capital
Adi Walavalkar serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Novel Capital, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has contributed to the development of a Capital Intelligence platform that utilizes real-time data and artificial intelligence specifically designed for B2B technology companies. His leadership focuses on integrating advanced technology solutions to enhance business operations and drive innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience at Lockpath by NAVEX Global
Prior to his current role, Adi Walavalkar worked at Lockpath by NAVEX Global, where he held multiple positions. He served as Vice President of Engineering from 2018 to 2020, and before that, he was the Director of Software Engineering from 2017 to 2018. His tenure at Lockpath encompassed a total of two years and seven months, during which he played a key role in engineering leadership and software development.
Career Background in Software Development
Adi Walavalkar has extensive experience in software development across various organizations. He worked at eSolutions, Inc. as the Director of Software Development for one year from 2016 to 2017. Before that, he was at Netchemia, a PeopleAdmin Company, where he held the roles of Senior Software Developer/Product Lead from 2011 to 2014 and Manager of Software Development from 2014 to 2016. His early career included a position as a Web Developer at Schneider Electric from 2007 to 2011.
Educational Background
Adi Walavalkar holds a Master of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Kansas, completing his studies from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Mumbai, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. This diverse educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and business domains.
Diverse Industry Experience
Adi Walavalkar possesses a broad range of industry experience, including sectors such as Fintech, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), Healthcare IT, K-12 Education, and Oil & Gas. This diverse exposure allows him to apply his technical expertise and strategic insights across various fields, enhancing his ability to lead technology initiatives effectively.