Akash Bansal
About Akash Bansal
Akash Bansal is a co-founder of Storylane, a company that focuses on product-led growth through interactive demos. He has a background in electrical and computer engineering and has held various roles in technology companies, including Rambus Inc and Kinderlime, which he successfully bootstrapped before its acquisition.
Work at Storylane
Akash Bansal serves as Co-Founder at Storylane, a role he has held since 2021. The company is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and focuses on enabling go-to-market teams to leverage product-led growth strategies. Storylane is known for its interactive demos that allow potential customers to self-experience products. The platform offers a free trial, enabling users to create their first demo at no cost. Bansal advocates for product-led growth, emphasizing the importance of user engagement through interactive experiences.
Previous Experience at Kinderlime
Before founding Storylane, Akash Bansal was the Founder and CEO of Kinderlime from 2012 to 2019. Under his leadership, Kinderlime grew into a multi-million dollar business, which was later acquired by Procare Solutions. Bansal bootstrapped Kinderlime, demonstrating his capability in building successful startups. His experience at Kinderlime provided him with insights into the education technology sector and the importance of customer engagement.
Career at Rambus Inc
Akash Bansal worked at Rambus Inc as a Platform Architect and in Corporate Development from 2003 to 2012. His nine-year tenure at the company involved significant contributions to hardware and software architecture, enhancing product development processes. This role allowed him to gain extensive experience in the technology sector, preparing him for future entrepreneurial ventures.
Education and Expertise
Akash Bansal holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Southern California. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and technology development. Additionally, he participated in Y Combinator's S21 program, which further honed his skills in startup development and innovation.
Role at Procare Solutions
After the acquisition of Kinderlime, Akash Bansal worked at Procare Solutions in a Post Acquisition Integration role from 2019 to 2020. This position involved integrating Kinderlime's operations and culture into Procare Solutions, ensuring a smooth transition post-acquisition. His experience in this role contributed to his understanding of corporate integration processes and the challenges faced during mergers.