Vinayak is a seasoned venture operator and startup architect, having built and scaled SaaS and AI-driven companies across India, the U.S., and global markets. Before joining Akku, he most recently served as COO at QuickLaunch, a global IAM provider, where he oversaw growth strategy, operations, and execution in helping organizations accelerate digital transformation with innovative IAM solutions. Previously, he was Director of Operations at ElevenX Capital, and Business Head for Identity-as-a-Service at Ilantus Technologies, where he led product and go-to-market strategies in the IAM space. His earlier experience spans entrepreneurial leadership at Miller & Cambridge, consulting at Anantara Solutions, and delivery roles at Satyam Computer Services and Covansys.