Varun Valluri

Varun Valluri is a seasoned pre-sales Solutions Engineer with extensive experience in product and go-to-market strategies in the realms of IaaS, SaaS/PaaS, and financial services.

His background includes working in strategy and operations roles at B2B software startups, collaborating closely with CXOs, product teams, and engineering departments.

Varun excels in understanding both macro and micro aspects of businesses, from market dynamics and competitors to business models and GTM strategies.

He has a knack for becoming an expert in products and technology, focusing on their unique value proposition and usage.

As a skilled storyteller, Varun is adept at presenting technology solutions to executives through compelling narratives.

Apart from his professional endeavors, Varun is characterized by his insatiable curiosity, engaging in public and private investing and providing guidance to various companies.

His interest in private investments gravitates towards early-stage startups tackling problems that align with his understanding.

Varun's diverse interests range from neuroscience to geology, and he enjoys experimenting with projects while relishing the learning process.

Outside his professional and investment pursuits, Varun indulges in traveling, exploring with his pet doodle, and actively participating in hobbies like golf, snowboarding, basketball, sailing, and diving.

Furthermore, Varun is an avid reader, consuming numerous audiobooks as part of his quest for knowledge.

In terms of education, Varun holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Davis, and has also studied Entrepreneurship & Finance at Università Bocconi.

His past roles include Lead Solutions Engineer at Salesforce, Senior Solutions Engineer at Twilio, and various positions at Salesforce, along with engagements at OpenGov Inc., Voxy, Career Break, BlackRock, and Università Bocconi.