Vik Venkatraman

Vik Venkatraman is a seasoned general manager and strategy and innovation management consultant, currently serving as the general manager for Blueprint, a leading platform at the intersection of technology, venture, and real estate. With a diverse background, Vik has held various key roles in different organizations, showcasing his expertise in idea generation, business model development, new product development, and strategic deal-making. Vik founded Clothes Horse, a software company aimed at revolutionizing retail through data and technology, before selling it in 2011. Prior to this, he played a significant role in the growth of the $50 million Business Insights unit at American Express, as well as at Deloitte Consulting where he drove substantial value for clients. Vik's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Star Power, a beverage company with impressive growth solely through internal financing. He is also a published author, having written 'Inspired' (Wiley, 2008). Vik is known for his ability to tackle complex challenges with composure and offer insightful interpretations of vast amounts of information to his clients, partners, and team. He graduated with honors from Columbia University with a degree in Biomedical Engineering.