Pramod Sharma

Pramod Sharma is the Founder and CEO of Napkin AI, a startup that focuses on transforming text into visuals using generative AI technology. Launched in 2021, Napkin AI aims to enhance communication in professional settings by simplifying the process of creating impactful visuals from written content, thereby addressing the challenges posed by traditional document formats and presentation decks.14

Background and Career

• Previous Ventures: Before founding Napkin AI, Sharma co-founded Osmo, an educational gaming company that gained significant recognition and was acquired by Byju's for $120 million in 2019. At Osmo, he focused on integrating technology with education, utilizing computer vision to connect physical toys with tablet applications.23
• Experience at Google: Sharma has an extensive background in technology, having worked at Google as a Group Product Manager and Staff Software Engineer from 2005 to 2013. His roles there equipped him with substantial experience in product development and management.34

Education

Sharma holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and a Master of Science in Computer Science from Stanford University.3

Vision for Napkin AI

Sharma's vision for Napkin AI stems from his frustration with conventional communication methods in corporate environments. He emphasizes the importance of visuals for effective storytelling and aims to democratize access to visual communication tools, enabling professionals to become more dynamic storytellers without needing extensive design skills.124 Under his leadership, Napkin AI has successfully raised $10 million in funding to further develop its platform and expand its team.12