Kanad Bahalkar
About Kanad Bahalkar
Kanad Bahalkar is a Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Potion, where he leads product strategy and oversees technical architecture. With over 10 years of experience in product development and UX design, he has previously held positions at companies such as Google and PiraShield.
Current Role at Potion
Kanad Bahalkar serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Potion since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for the product strategy and roadmap, overseeing the technical architecture and product quality. He leads a team dedicated to creating user-centric solutions aimed at transforming the web. His experience in product development and UX design informs his approach to product management at Potion.
Previous Experience in Technology
Before joining Potion, Kanad Bahalkar held several significant roles in the technology sector. He worked as a Co-Founder at PiraShield for one year in the Greater Boston Area from 2016 to 2017. He then served as a UX Engineer at Google from 2018 to 2021 in the San Francisco Bay Area. His earlier positions include a Software Developer at Persistent Systems in India and a Mobile Developer/UX Designer at Endurance International Group.
Education and Academic Background
Kanad Bahalkar earned a Master's degree in Management Information Systems from Northeastern University, where he studied from 2012 to 2013. He also completed a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Information Technology at Savitribai Phule Pune University from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, he worked at Northeastern University as part of the Master's program from 2012 to 2014.
Professional Development and Skills
With over 10 years of experience in product development, engineering, and UX design, Kanad Bahalkar has developed a strong skill set in these areas. His roles have involved leading teams and managing product strategies, which have contributed to his expertise in creating user-focused solutions. His background includes experience in both frontend development and system architecture.