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Co-founder of LithionPower, specializing in smart Battery Management Systems and EV solutions. With extensive experience in Electric Vehicles, Banking, Financial Services, Payments, Telecom, and IT, I’ve led consulting, startup advisory, and business setup initiatives. As a Mentor/Advisor at NASSCOM DeepTechClub, iHUB-DivyaSampark@IIT Roorkee, and Telangana AI Mission, I guide startups to success. I’m also part of the Managing Committee of the IIM-A Alumni Association (Mumbai Chapter).

My educational background includes B.Tech (IIT Bombay), MBA (IIM Ahmedabad), and LLB (Mumbai University). Skilled in product management, strategy, and regulatory compliance.

🚀 Co-Founder & CGO @ Data Safeguard Inc. | AI Powered SaaS Startup in Data Privacy 🌐 | Marketing, Ecosystems & Partnerships, Analyst & Investor Relations | Angel Investor | 🏆 Bhartiya Seva Ratna Awardee | 🏆 Odia Pride Honoree (Odia Asmita Samman)

Damodar's journey from a small town in Odisha, India, to a renowned leader is a story of resilience and commitment. Rooted in humble beginnings, he learned the value of hard work and the challenges faced by students in similar situations. Founder of "MuliaSmarak," a Personal Social Responsibility (PSR) initiative supporting Education to the underprivileged students in Odisha, India.

🌟 Renowned "People Connector" expert championing "Better Together" and "Powering Growth" through partnerships. 28 years of cross-functional leadership in partnerships, market development, and business expansion across tech and managed services.

🛠️ Manages relationships with diverse stakeholders: advisors, analysts, investors, and executives across Cloud Service Providers, Key Technology Partners, and ISVs/IHVs/MSPs. Pioneering member of Wipro's Aftermarket Service Transformation and AutoInsights start-ups. Chief Growth Officer at Data Safeguard Inc., leading global growth strategy in marketing, partnerships, investor relations, and analyst engagement. Drives partner sales, emphasizing co-innovation, collaboration, and strategic co-investment for future growth.

🏅 Recognitions:

LinkedIn Top Voice | Thinkers360 Thought Leader | Startup Mentor | Bhartiya Seva Ratna Awardee | Odia Asmita Samman (Odia Pride Honor) | Conferred with Honoris Causa PhD & DLitt. | World Peace Ambassador.

Skills: Partnerships & Alliances, GTM Strategy, SaaS Sales, Industry 4.0, Service Transformation.

With over 29 years of experience in the electronic security domain, I am a security innovator and leader who has introduced and promoted groundbreaking solutions, products, and services that deliver value to customers, stakeholders, and society. As the former Promoter and Managing Director of Zicom Electronic Security Systems and currently engaged in 3 new-age startups, I am passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as SaaS, PaaS, and AIoT to address the evolving security needs and challenges across various sectors and segments.

In my tenure at Zicom, I led the company’s vision, strategy, and execution, transforming it into one of the largest and most trusted security solutions providers in India. I played a key role in expanding the company’s presence and impact across the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa regions. My notable achievements include launching India’s first security command station, pioneering cloud-based security services, and establishing a network of over 1,000 channel partners.

Additionally, I have been actively involved in mentoring and supporting startups, entrepreneurs, and industry associations within the security sector.

Kamlesh is a TEDx speaker and Co-Founder of FSV Capital with 15 years in software development, IT consulting, and blockchain solutions. Ranked among India's top 30 Blockchain influencers, he is a founding member of the India Blockchain Forum and serves as Hyperledger India Co-Chair and a member of the Hyperledger Technical Steering Committee. Kamlesh also co-chairs the IEEE Blockchain initiative globally and mentors blockchain startups incubated by Apiary, a Ministry of IT India initiative.

His career includes roles with Mphasis HP, Capgemini, and IBM, where he advanced to CTO at Snapper Future Tech. Kamlesh is actively involved in blockchain communities and has spoken at global conferences on technology, FinTech, and climate tech. He is also a Vice-Chair for the Climate Action & Accounting SIG and advises Web3, tokenization, and CBDC startups worldwide.

With 15+ years of experience in the cement industry, I specialize in VRM commissioning, operations & optimization, plant & production management, quality control, and manufacturing excellence. My expertise extends to safety management, SAP PP, ISO compliance, project planning, clinker procurement, and packaging operations.

Beyond manufacturing, I am passionate about mentoring startups and investors. As a Chapter Director at StartupLanes, I assist entrepreneurs in funding, branding, and sales strategy, helping them scale effectively.

Combining technical expertise with leadership and people management, I bring strategic insights into both industrial operations and startup ecosystems.