Sandeep Deshpande

Sandeep Deshpande is a highly experienced leader with a track record of over 30 years in General Management, Business & Market Development, both in start-ups and large multinational corporations across India and APAC.

Currently, Sandeep is actively involved in mentoring and advising start-ups, leveraging his expertise in General Management, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing to SMBs, Brand Management, and team building.

Throughout his career, Sandeep has held key positions in renowned organizations, including being the Chief Executive Officer at AIC - Shiksha Infotech Foundation, APAC Regional Director at Microsoft, VP & General Manager, India at InMobi, and General Manager at Alibaba.com, among others.

His diverse professional background also includes roles such as Co-founder at MailGen, GM - Search Marketing at Yahoo! India, VP - Marketing at Level Up Games, and Associate Director at Rediff.com, showcasing his versatility across different industries and domains.

With a strong foundation in Marketing Communications and Research, combined with experience in setting up new businesses and driving growth initiatives, Sandeep Deshpande is a valuable asset in the business and start-up ecosystem.