Meet Our Team

I'm Akshay Khandelwal, a startup leader and blockchain expert. I've launched multimillion-dollar businesses in media, content, and eCommerce for ONE Championship, a leading unicorn backed by Sequoia Capital. Previously, I consulted with McKinsey & Co. on digital transformation and commercial strategies.

I hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Madras and an MBA from INSEAD. I’ve also worked in Africa and the UK with Halliburton. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, investing, and spending time with my two young children.

With over 11 years of experience in product, marketing, and technology, I've been at the forefront of driving innovative strategies. At Hotstar and Star India Network, I led key initiatives to align product and marketing efforts, contributing to significant user growth and enhanced brand metrics.

I played a pivotal role in the success of the Pro Kabaddi League, leading the strategy to boost monetization and make Kabaddi the second most-watched sport in India. Now, I'm focused on bringing the GameFi and Play2Earn revolution to India.

With 18 years of experience in technology and leadership, I've honed my skills across both startups and established companies. As the co-founder and CTO of BeetleLabs.ai, I’m passionate about driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of technological advancement.

My career has taken me through significant roles at Mercer Mettl and Policybazaar, as well as entrepreneurial ventures like Mealhopper and M-Taxi. My extensive expertise in technology and leadership fuels my commitment to shaping the future of tech-driven solutions.