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Sumedh Badve
MBA Candidate at Harvard Business School
Sumedh Badve is a young entrepreneur and co-founder of Starkenn Technologies, a Pune-based startup specializing in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technology.123
Professional Background:
- Graduated with a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University in 201812
- Currently an MBA Candidate at Harvard Business School24
- Previously worked with the Chief Minister's Office, Government of Maharashtra1
- Served as Chief of Staff and President of EV Division at Belrise Industries12
Entrepreneurial Journey: In 2021, he envisioned and founded Starkenn Technologies, a startup focused on improving vehicle safety through innovative technology.13 The company develops cutting-edge ADAS solutions using AI, Machine Learning, and IoT technologies.3 Their products include Brake-Safe (a collision mitigation system), Attention (a driver monitoring system), and Stark-I (fleet management software).3
Company Achievements: Starkenn Technologies has:
- Installed ADAS equipment in over 2,000+ vehicles
- Worked with organizations like VRL Logistics, MSRTC, and KSRTC
- Clocked an overall revenue of Rs 5 crore
- Been recognized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)3
Sumedh strongly believes in the 'Make in India' initiative and is committed to transforming automotive safety standards in India.1
