Abhilash Patel
About Abhilash Patel
Abhilash Patel is a Co-Founder and CEO at Thermal, with extensive experience in entrepreneurship and digital marketing. He holds a BA in Economics and Philosophy from Columbia University and an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management.
Work at Within Health
Abhilash Patel serves as Co-Founder at Within Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technology infrastructure and legal affairs. His focus includes strategic planning and management consulting, particularly in digital marketing and business development. Patel's experience in building companies from the ground up informs his contributions to Within Health, where he applies his expertise in search marketing and growth strategies.
Current Role at Thermal
Patel is the CEO and Principal at Thermal, a role he has maintained since 2017. His leadership in this position spans over seven years in the Greater Los Angeles Area. At Thermal, he has transitioned from active investing and advising back into entrepreneurship, emphasizing the development of innovative business solutions and strategies.
Education and Expertise
Abhilash Patel holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Philosophy from Columbia University, where he studied from 1997 to 2002. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from UCLA Anderson School of Management, focusing on Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Venture Capital from 2009 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in capital strategy, customer acquisition, and corporate governance.
Previous Experience and Roles
Prior to his current roles, Patel co-founded Recovery Brands, LLC, where he worked from 2011 to 2016 in the Greater San Diego Area. He also served as CEO of RankLab for 11 years, from 2005 to 2016, in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Earlier in his career, he was a Sales Manager at InfoSearch Media for one year. His diverse experience includes significant contributions to digital strategy and growth marketing.
Board Memberships and Community Involvement
Abhilash Patel has been a member of the Board of Directors at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank since 2016, contributing to community initiatives for eight years. He previously held a similar position at Junior Achievement of Southern California from 2016 to 2021. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to community service and support for local initiatives.