Akshat Khanna

Akshat Khanna is a Software Development Engineer II at Hotwire, a subsidiary of Expedia Group, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His professional background includes significant experience in product management and software development.

Professional Experience

• Software Development Engineer II at Hotwire, Expedia Group
• Product Manager at Google (2022 - Present), focusing on the Google Cloud Marketplace.
• Senior Product Manager and Product Manager roles at Canvass AI and PhenoTips, where he contributed to machine learning and product development initiatives.
• Co-Founder of MINISTRI, a startup in Bengaluru, India, from 2015 to 2018.
• Associate Consultant at Oracle (2013 - 2014).

Education

• Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering from the College of Engineering Pune.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management, graduating with a GPA of 3.65.

Certifications

Akshat has obtained several certifications from Google, including:

• Introduction to Large Language Models
• Introduction to Generative AI
• Responsible AI: Applying AI Principles with Google Cloud

Skills and Interests

His expertise lies in software development, product management, machine learning, and cloud technologies. Akshat is also engaged in continuous learning through various certifications related to artificial intelligence and cloud computing.

This combination of technical skills and managerial experience positions him well within the tech industry, particularly in roles that bridge engineering and product strategy.