Akshay Ramaswamy

Akshay Ramaswamy is a Product Manager at Coinbase, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange platform. He has a strong educational background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Master’s degree in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University.

Professional Experience

Ramaswamy's career is marked by a blend of entrepreneurship and product management. Prior to his role at Coinbase, he co-founded Omni, a storage rental marketplace that was later acquired by Coinbase. He also founded Alma Campus, a social networking platform tailored for college students. His experience extends to venture capital, having served as a venture fellow at Rough Draft Ventures and as a technology scout for Norwest Venture Partners.

Contributions and Impact

At Coinbase, Ramaswamy focuses on product management, leveraging his extensive background in technology and entrepreneurship to drive innovation within the company. He is also involved in educational initiatives, serving as an instructor for the CS51: CS+Social Good Studio Program at Stanford, where he shares his passion for technology and its potential to create social impact.

Additional Information

Ramaswamy has held various positions in tech and investment firms, including roles at Amazon Web Services and as a mobile application developer at Mango Health. His achievements have been recognized through several awards, including being a Coca-Cola Scholar and receiving the President's Volunteer Service Award from President Obama. He is fluent in English and Tamil, with limited proficiency in Spanish.12