Hi, I'm kushagra shrivastava - Builds platforms connecting professionals and opportunities through AI and community.
I'm passionate about building the future of professional networking, using AI to connect people and unlock potential. I thrive on scaling communities and fostering meaningful connections, especially at the intersection of technology and opportunity.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led global app marketing at Google Play and drove growth for YouTube live streams.
Co-founded Key, building an AI-powered platform for professional networking and opportunity discovery.
Provides strategic guidance to early-stage founders and helps launch/scale innovative tech products.
🚀 Career trajectory
From Tech Giant to Startup Innovator
Began career at Google, mastering product development and marketing across search, mobile, and media. Pivoted to leadership roles at Verizon and Yahoo, driving significant business turnarounds and growth in large-scale operations. Now, as CEO & Co-Founder of Key, applies this vast experience to build a next-generation professional networking platform.
✦ Product Marketing
✦ Leadership
✦ Entrepreneurship
✦ CEO
Venture Capital & Ecosystem Building
Beyond operational roles, actively invests in and mentors early-stage startups through Xoogler Ventures and StartX. Co-chairs the Stanford CodeX Blockchain Group, focusing on legal tech and emerging technologies, demonstrating a commitment to fostering innovation and shaping future industry landscapes.
✦ Venture Capital
✦ Mentorship
✦ Blockchain
✦ Legal Tech
Current Focus: Revolutionizing Professional Growth
Currently leading Key, a platform leveraging AI and community to connect professionals with opportunities. This role synthesizes his experience in product development, marketing, and ecosystem building to create a novel solution for career advancement.
✦ Platform Building
✦ AI
✦ Community Building
✦ Networking
💪🏻 Superpowers
Product Launch Architect
Can conceptualize, build, and scale high-impact digital products from inception to market.
✦ Launched Google Play and led global app marketing strategies.
✦ Drove growth for YouTube live streaming events.
✦ Built mobile-first ad-tech solutions at Kosei.
Ecosystem Catalyst
Connects entrepreneurs, investors, and technologists to foster innovation and growth.
✦ Founding Partner at Xoogler Ventures, investing in Google ecosystem founders.
✦ Co-Chair of Stanford CodeX Blockchain Group.
✦ Mentors founders at StartX.
Growth Strategist
Transforms businesses and product lines through strategic planning and operational excellence.
✦ Led business turnaround and growth for Yahoo Small Business.
✦ Drove partnerships and executive operations at FalconX.
✦ Managed P&L for Verizon's $10B+ business market segment.
I'm excited about
✦ Building the future of professional networking and opportunity.
✦ Leveraging AI to connect people and unlock potential.
✦ Scaling communities and fostering meaningful connections.
I can help with
✦ Launch and scale innovative tech products.
✦ Provide strategic guidance to early-stage founders.
✦ Build and grow professional communities.
I would love your help on
✦ Connections to strategic partners and investors.
✦ Insights into emerging technologies and market trends.
✦ Feedback on product development and growth strategies.
