Akshay Mehta
About Akshay Mehta
Akshay Mehta is a University Program Fellow currently working at Plug and Play Tech Center. He has held various roles in business development, venture capital, and social impact organizations, including positions at UpRound Ventures and Share and Care Foundation.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Akshay Mehta serves as a University Program Fellow at Plug and Play Tech Center, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he engages with university programs to foster innovation and collaboration within the startup ecosystem. His responsibilities include connecting students and academic institutions with industry leaders, facilitating partnerships, and promoting entrepreneurial initiatives.
Experience at Share and Care Foundation
From 2018 to 2022, Akshay Mehta held the position of President of Share and Care Kids4Kids at Share and Care Foundation. During his four-year tenure, he led initiatives aimed at empowering youth through community service and charitable activities. Prior to this role, he worked as a Social Media Marketing Intern at the same foundation for one month in 2019, contributing to the organization's outreach efforts.
Educational Background
Akshay Mehta is pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, with an expected graduation in 2026. He previously attended Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro, where he completed his studies from 2018 to 2022. His academic focus includes Business Administration and Management.
Professional Experience in Business Development
In 2021, Akshay Mehta worked as a Business Development Associate at DECKO (The Deck Co.) for two months in New York, New York. He also gained experience as a Sales Development Intern at Livegistics, Inc. in 2023, where he worked remotely for one month. His roles in these positions involved identifying growth opportunities and supporting sales initiatives.
Involvement in Venture Capital and Investment
Akshay Mehta has experience in the venture capital sector, having worked as a Venture Capital Associate at Starta VC from 2021 to 2022 for nine months. He is currently serving as an Investment Analyst with the Global Investments Committee since 2023. Additionally, he holds the position of VP Internal at UpRound Ventures, which he has been part of since 2022, focusing on internal operations and strategic initiatives.