Gaurav Sharma
About Gaurav Sharma
Gaurav Sharma is the Co-Founder and CEO of ZillOut, a platform offering a seamless pub-going experience with significant traction in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Professional Background
Gaurav Sharma is the Co-Founder and CEO of ZillOut, a company focused on enhancing the pub-going experience through a user-friendly application. ZillOut has seen considerable traction, achieving 50,000 downloads and over 10,000 users booking pub events. Sharma has a diverse professional background, including roles at Razorpay Rize and Toastmasters International, showcasing his breadth of experience in leadership and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Educational Background and Expertise
Gaurav Sharma studied at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, where he completed the NSRCEL Launchpad program in Entrepreneurship during 2019-2020. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science from Vellore Institute of Technology, completed in 2019. This combination of technical education and entrepreneurial training has equipped Sharma with the skills needed to innovate in the technology and event management sectors.
Previous Experience at RentBaaz
Before co-founding ZillOut, Gaurav Sharma co-founded RentBaaz, a company he worked with from 2018 to 2022. During his tenure, Sharma gained valuable insights into starting and scaling a business, which he later applied in his subsequent ventures. His experience at RentBaaz involved strategic planning and operational management, laying a strong foundation for his later projects.
Leadership at Toastmasters International
Gaurav Sharma has held multiple leadership roles at Toastmasters International, serving as Vice President of Public Relations from 2017 to 2018 and as President from 2018 to 2019. These positions allowed Sharma to develop his public speaking and leadership skills, as well as his ability to manage and motivate a team. His time at Toastmasters has contributed to his capabilities in managing user and client relationships at ZillOut.
Involvement with Razorpay Rize
Gaurav Sharma is involved with Razorpay Rize as part of Cohort 2, beginning in 2022. Razorpay Rize is a platform that supports startups by providing them with resources, mentorship, and a network of successful entrepreneurs. Sharma's participation in this cohort underscores his commitment to continuous learning and growth in the entrepreneurial landscape.