Gaurav Agarwal
About Gaurav Agarwal
Gaurav Agarwal is a Vice President of Product with extensive experience in the hospitality and travel industry. He has held various roles, including Senior Product Manager at FabHotels and Stanza Living, and currently serves as AVP Product at Spinny.
Current Role at Spinny
Gaurav Agarwal serves as the Associate Vice President of Product at Spinny, a role he has held since 2022. His responsibilities include overseeing product development and strategy within the organization. Spinny operates in the automotive sector, focusing on providing a seamless car buying and selling experience. Gaurav's expertise in product management is instrumental in driving the company's objectives forward.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to his current position, Gaurav Agarwal worked as a Senior Product Manager at Stanza Living from 2019 to 2022. His role involved managing product strategies and enhancing user experience in the hospitality sector. Before that, he was a Senior Product Manager at FabHotels for one year, where he contributed to product development in the hotel industry. His experience spans several years in product management across various organizations.
Educational Background
Gaurav Agarwal completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, from 2014 to 2016, focusing on Marketing and Marketing Management. He holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) degree from Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. His foundational education was completed at Darshan Academy, where he achieved his High School diploma from 2001 to 2007.
Expertise and Skills
Gaurav Agarwal possesses expertise in ISO 27001, Lean Management, and People Management. These skills are essential in his roles within product management, enabling him to implement effective processes and manage teams efficiently. His background in the hospitality and travel industry further complements his technical skills, allowing him to address industry-specific challenges.
Career Path and Early Experience
Gaurav Agarwal began his professional career as a Software Engineer at Syntel, where he worked from 2011 to 2014. He then transitioned to a managerial role at Uber from 2016 to 2018. His early experience includes an internship at Mondelēz International in 2015, which provided him with insights into product management and operations within a global company.