Raghu Gullapalli
About Raghu Gullapalli
Raghu Gullapalli serves as the Chief Evangelist at Pixeltests and holds various advisory roles in organizations focused on eye care and technology. He aims to eradicate avoidable blindness by 2030 and leverages his expertise to help organizations navigate exponential technologies.
Current Role at Pixeltests
Raghu Gullapalli serves as the Chief Evangelist at Pixeltests, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on promoting the company's initiatives and leveraging technology to enhance online education. His work includes collaborating with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) to provide AI and Web3 educational resources. Gullapalli aims to help individuals and organizations transition effectively to their desired outcomes.
Advisory Roles and Contributions
In addition to his role at Pixeltests, Gullapalli is actively involved in several advisory capacities. He has been a member of the Advisory Committee Task Force on Technology & Innovation for Access EyeCare at the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) since 2023. He also serves on the advisory committee for OneSight since 2019 and Eyestem Research since 2020. His advisory roles reflect his commitment to leveraging technology for social impact.
Leadership at L V Prasad Eye Institute
Gullapalli has held significant leadership positions at L V Prasad Eye Institute. He is currently the Executive Director of Global Operations, Innovation, and Partnerships since 2020, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Previously, he served as the Executive Director of Emerging Technologies & Business Development from 2017 to 2020 in Hyderabad, India. His leadership roles emphasize his focus on innovation and strategic partnerships in the eye care sector.
Educational Background
Raghu Gullapalli studied at The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, before pursuing higher education at the Rochester Institute of Technology. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Packaging Science. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in technology and innovation within the eye care industry.
Mission and Vision
Gullapalli has a clear mission to eradicate avoidable blindness by 2030. He works with a diverse clientele, including startups, NGOs, investors, and academic institutions, to achieve this goal. His approach emphasizes the importance of strategic navigation through exponential technologies, aiming to empower organizations to make a meaningful impact in the field of eye care.