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Have an innovative app idea, a prototype, or a business platform you want to bring to life? Whether you're starting with a simple concept or already experimenting with tools like Lovable, Bubble, Replit, or n8n, I can help turn your vision into something your customers will love to use. I help founders and businesses turn ideas into AI-powered products, internal tools, and scalable software, without wasting months or tens of thousands of dollars. Client results: • $350M+ raised by clients • 2M+ users on apps I designed and developed • 10K+ five-star reviews across apps built • Top 1% in App Design & Development on Upwork A few years ago, I was sitting exactly where many of my clients are today: trying to turn an idea into an app. I was looking for freelancers, tried to build it myself and hired the wrong teams. It was a nightmare to say the least. After years of mistakes and learning to code, I finally launched SchooLinks, which grew into an Inc. 5000 company and raised over $90 million. Since then, I've helped more than 150 founders launch products across SaaS, marketplaces, AI tools, mobile apps, and internal platforms... some of which have made it to Forbes. Book your consultation today! I’ll save you months of frustration by helping you understand the ins and outs of bringing an app / platform to life: How much it costs, how long it takes, what’s the process and more. The apps I’ve built come in the form of: SaaS platforms, internal platforms, Mobile & web apps, Marketplace apps. Trusted By: Harvard, Samsung, Indeed, Yamaha, University of South Florida, and more. Technologies: OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Flutter, Node.js, Angular, AWS, MongoDB, Figma If you’re serious about building your app the right way, let’s talk!

With over 20+ years of IT and digital transformation experience, I have worked as a highly skilled Senior Digital Program Manager, SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE), Technology Solution Manager, Agile Coach, and Business Analyst, partnering with leading global organizations such as IKEA Sweden, IBM Global, Decathlon IT, Cushman & Wakefield, Jumio Corporation, and more recently with Ragu AI on enterprise AI platform delivery. I am also designated with the Top Talent badge on Upwork, placing me among the top 3% of freelancers, with 6,000+ hours of successful delivery across global clients and complex digital transformation programs. I am proud to be a University Gold Medalist, blogger, and keynote speaker, and I bring strong expertise in managing complex, business-critical programs across domains, distributed teams, and multiple geographies. Over the years, I have been recognized multiple times as a star performer by C-suite stakeholders for my delivery leadership, stakeholder management, and ability to build alignment across business and technology teams. I also bring solid hands-on experience across Gantt, ClickUp, Jira (including Advanced Roadmaps), Monday, Slack, and Confluence, with over 10 years of usage across enterprise delivery environments. On the technology side, I have worked closely with teams across Python, Java, React, and C++, and have also led delivery initiatives involving Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. Recent AI / Enterprise Delivery Experience Ragu AI – Enterprise AI Platform Delivery Most recently, I have been leading delivery and product operations for an enterprise AI platform focused on knowledge-grounded assistants and a multi-tenant SaaS architecture. My responsibilities include roadmap execution, sprint planning, engineering governance, stakeholder management, and cross-functional delivery across platform hardening, AI capabilities, DevOps, and customer onboarding initiatives. I have been driving the implementation of scalable AI workflows, enterprise integrations, delivery processes, and governance mechanisms to support secure, production-ready deployments and multi-client rollouts of AI-powered solutions. Cushman & Wakefield – Digital Transformation / Product & Program Delivery At Cushman & Wakefield, I have been involved in enterprise product and digital transformation initiatives, working closely with stakeholders on technology delivery, AI-led solution discussions, workflow/process improvements, roadmap planning, and execution governance. My work has included coordinating across business teams, engineering, and leadership to drive delivery alignment, streamline operational processes, and support the rollout of strategic product and technology initiatives in a complex enterprise environment. Project Achievements I am particularly proud of two major digital initiatives at Decathlon India, where I led the complete software engineering workflow and product rollout from scratch for Decathlon App and AllForSport. Building a social network and sports engagement platform was new for Decathlon and represented an important step in their omnichannel transformation journey. The initiative involved significant ambiguity, evolving business requirements, and continuous prioritization of what would deliver the most impact. I played a key role in defining business requirements, creating use cases, right-scoping launches, managing Agile delivery, and coordinating with third-party integrators and support systems. Over the course of one year, we successfully launched 4 major and 6 minor releases, delivering measurable business outcomes: 30% improvement in team lead time / productivity 10,000+ app downloads Peak sales revenue of USD 30,000/day App rating above 4.5 40,000+ registered users 30% repeat customers 1,000+ activities hosted on the platform This was a significant milestone in Decathlon’s digital and online revenue journey, especially during the Covid period, as the company accelerated its transition toward scalable omnichannel and community-led digital experiences. Across my career, I have consistently operated at the intersection of business strategy, product delivery, Agile execution, stakeholder management, and technology leadership. I am comfortable stepping into roles that require program setup, delivery governance, backlog and roadmap planning, client communication, process optimization, vendor coordination, and driving execution across globally distributed teams. My ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery execution allows me to quickly add value in fast-moving, high-ambiguity environments.

Launching on Product Hunt is more than choosing a launch date. The products that consistently rank at the top are backed by thoughtful positioning, compelling storytelling, strong launch-day execution, and genuine community engagement. That's where I help. I'm a Product Hunt Hunter, Maker, and SaaS founder who specializes exclusively in Product Hunt launches. I've partnered with SaaS founders to prepare and execute launches that have earned multiple #1 Products of the Day, Top 5 rankings, and featured placements. As the Founder & CEO of LancePilot, a Product Hunt-winning SaaS, I understand launches from both sides: as a founder building a product and as the strategist responsible for executing a successful launch. Selected Results 🏆 Multiple #1 Product of the Day launches 🏆 Multiple Top 5 Product Hunt launches 🏆 Multiple featured Product Hunt launches 🏆 Founder & CEO of LancePilot, a #1 Product of the Day winner How I Can Help ✔ Product Hunt launch strategy ✔ Product positioning & messaging ✔ Launch page creation & optimization ✔ Titles, taglines, descriptions & launch assets ✔ Pre-launch planning & checklist execution ✔ Launch-day strategy & community engagement ✔ End-to-end founder guidance throughout the entire launch Every product is different, so every launch deserves its own strategy. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all launch plans. Every strategy is built around your product, audience, and goals to give you the strongest possible foundation before launch day. I build a launch strategy around your product, audience, and goals to give you the strongest possible foundation before launch day. Whether you're preparing for your first Product Hunt launch, planning a relaunch, or simply looking for an experienced launch partner, my goal is to help your product reach the audience it deserves. 🤝If you're building something meaningful, I'd be happy to review your product, discuss your launch goals, and recommend the best strategy for your launch. 📩 Send me a message or book a consultation. I'd love to learn what you're building and help you plan a launch strategy that gives your product the best possible start.

Greetings, ✨ Unlock Investor-Grade Success! ✅ I am a Member of Tech Coast Angel investment network, board member of NGO based in Florida and independent management consultant with 18 years of experience. I help clients to craft Business Plans, Financial Models, and Projections that 💸 raise capital through equity, Debt, Grants, including SBA, and 🚀 accelerate their business growth! 🤝 Partner with an Expert: 🔹 Startup Founder 🔹 Raised $50M+ from Investors, Grants & Banks 🔹 Helped 100+ startups Let’s elevate your vision to the next level! 📈💼 🚀 Master of Funding: I’ve orchestrated over $2BILLION in capital. I provide a comprehensive investor deck package within 3-4 weeks, including a business plan, financial model, pitch deck, and business summary. 🔗 Sector Agnostic Expertise: From Metaverse to Blockchain, SaaS, Fintech, NFT, DeFi, and RegTech, I translate complex challenges into actionable strategies. 🌱 Championing Entrepreneurs: I support startups from ideation to investor engagement and contractual fruition. 👨‍💼 Virtual CXO Suite: Offering strategic leadership across CEO, Business Development, and CMO roles to guide your venture to success. 💼 Strategic Planning & Execution: Facilitating strategy workshops, SWOT analysis, and aligning goals with market opportunities. 📊 Market Research & Analysis: In-depth competitive and market analysis, providing insights beyond AI capabilities. 💰 Financial model, Analysis & Planning: Assessing financial health, cash flow analysis, and risk management for sustainable growth. 📈 Snapshot of Excellence: Mastery in business, pricing, and financial models 📊 Innovative branding and marketing strategies 🎨 Proficient in website enhancement and digital content 💻 Accomplished in sales and marketing collateral 📑 Skilled in product strategy, development, and management 🔧 Expert in drafting and negotiating business contracts 📝 Leadership and team management coaching 👥 🌍 A Global Partner: My portfolio of successful collaborations stretches across the Americas 🌎, Europe 🌍, Asia 🌏, the Middle East 🕌, Africa 🌍, and Oceania 🏝️, underscoring a global perspective in solving business challenges. 🔽 Our Premium Deliverables 🔽 📄 Business Plans & Proposals Craft detailed business descriptions, market analysis (TAM/SAM/SOM), competitive & SWOT analyses, go-to-market strategies, personnel plans, and robust financial projections to set your business up for success. 💼 Financial Models & Reports Develop complex financial models, budgeting, and forecasting tools. Provide 1-3-5 year projections, monthly P&L statements, pro-forma financials, and comprehensive reports using advanced Excel & Google Sheets techniques. 💡 Fundraising & Corporate Governance Advisory Create compelling pitch decks, executive summaries, and information memorandums. Offer expertise in company valuation, investor targeting, cap table management, exit strategies, and drafting key investment agreements. 🎯 Grant Documentation Prepare professional grant proposals, conduct eligibility assessments, ensure compliance, justify budgets, and compile detailed progress and final grant reports to secure essential funding for your initiatives. Let’s Forge Your Path to Success: I am here to dive into your aspirations and navigate through your challenges. Let’s initiate our collaboration with a brief discussion to unlock unparalleled value together. Warmest regards, Vishal

Most digital products don't fail because of a lack of features — they fail because the product never learned to drive business outcomes. I'm an AI-native Product Lead with 20+ years building and scaling products across HealthTech, EdTech, FinTech, and SaaS. I work best with founders and product teams who need a senior operator to drive product-market fit, activation, and growth — not just strategy. Unlike most PMs who add AI at the feature level, I focus on how AI fundamentally changes how a product performs: from onboarding through retention to revenue. What I've delivered: → Grew Pulse by Fierce from under 500 users to 10K+ in 13 months through 50+ rapid experiments, agentic AI features, and an Apple Watch integration — 2026 BIG Innovation Award winner → Cut student dropout from 70% to 30% across a 100K+ user EdTech platform (Mastercard Foundation-backed ALX Africa) — enabling 70K+ graduations and 30K+ placements in under 2 years → Scaled Doxo's biller database 3x from 30M to 100M+ entries in 13 months with a 3-person team, improving CSAT by 15% → Secured a Red Hat enterprise pilot for Rosalyn.ai — an AI proctoring platform built from scratch in 9 months — contributing to a $2.5M angel raise and the 2020 ATP Judge's Success Award I specialise in growth hacking, product strategy, and AI-driven product development for early-stage and scaling SaaS businesses. Most engagements start with a focused 1–2 week sprint: map your product and funnel, identify the biggest bottleneck, and build an execution plan. Most clients have clarity within the first week. Where are you currently stuck — product-market fit, activation and retention, or scaling with AI? Send me a message — I'll come back with a specific observation about where your biggest bottleneck is likely to be.

I help founders, investors, and executive teams make high-stakes product and technology decisions with confidence - and execute them without wasted time or capital. I typically step in as a Fractional CTO / COO or Lead Product Manager when: ✔ An MVP, SaaS, Marketplace, or AI product is scaling - but the team or execution is breaking down ✔ Strategy is clear, but delivery is slow, fragmented, or misaligned ✔ A company is preparing for fundraising, acquisition, or technology due diligence ✅Expert-vetted & pre-screened by the Upwork team for the top 1% of Product Management talent and Fractional CTO / Technology consultant working with enterprise clients, PE, VC Bringing 15+ years of expertise leading 500+ projects (from startups to Fortune 500s), specialising in product management, development and strategy, digital transformation, and business scaling, ensuring your team moves fast with clarity and precision. Let’s connect to de-risk decisions, accelerate growth, and maximise value in your next venture. 🚀 Expert-Vetted (Top 1%) | Building & Scaling SaaS, Marketplaces, and AI-Driven Solutions | Fractional CTO & COO Who I Work With: ✔ Founders & CEOs looking to launch or scale, SaaS & AI-driven products ✔ Investors & PE firms needing M&A technology advisory and due diligence ✔ Teams seeking product & agile leadership to accelerate execution 💡 Key Outcomes I Deliver: ✅ Product-Led Growth – Clear GTM strategy that drives adoption and revenue ✅ M&A Technology Due Diligence – Ensuring seamless transitions & risk mitigation ✅ SaaS & Marketplace Scalability – Optimising product-market fit & business operations ✅ AI & Automation Strategy – Integrating AI-driven solutions for competitive advantage ✅ Agile & Cross-Functional Leadership – Leading teams to execute efficiently at scale Why Clients Trust Me ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: 🔹 “His leadership and execution helped us scale to a multimillion-dollar exit.” 🔹 “Mitko’s experience and strategic mindset transformed our SaaS business.” 🔹 “We managed to launch a feature-rich MVP in weeks - others quoted 4-6 months” 🔹 “An invaluable asset—deep expertise, clear communication, and results-driven.” 🔹"He operates at a higher standard than most consultants and freelancers" 🚀 My Background & Expertise: ✔ Product Strategy & Management – Roadmaps, GTM, monetisation ✔ Fractional CTO/COO Leadership – Aligning business & technology ✔ M&A & Due Diligence – Risk assessment, tech audits, post-acquisition strategy ✔ AI & SaaS Growth – Implementing AI & automation to drive efficiency ✔ Agile & Scrum – Certified Scrum Master, fostering high-performing teams ✔ Angel Investor - Reviewing 50+ company pitches each year 📢 Let’s work together if you need senior product or technology leadership — not task-level execution If you’re building an MVP, scaling a SaaS or AI product, fixing delivery issues, or preparing for fundraising or M&A, invite me to your project or send a direct message. I’m happy to start with a focused diagnostic or strategy call to quickly assess fit and next steps.