KP
The "Build In Public" Guy
Description
Karthik Puvvada, widely known as KP, is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and a pioneer in the 'build in public' movement that is reshaping the startup landscape. With a track record of founding multiple companies, including the Build In Public Fellowship, and contributing as a partner at Utopic Ventures, KP is a multifaceted expert who wears many hats in the startup ecosystem. He has gained a following of tens of thousands on platforms like Twitter, where he shares valuable tips, experiences, and insights. KP has also designed and led initiatives such as the global no-code fellowship at On Deck, facilitating the launch of hundreds of tech products and businesses. Beyond his own ventures, he is an angel investor and advisor to early-stage startups, and has been recognized as 'Community Member of the Year' by Product Hunt. Whether it’s through his top 10% global podcast 'The Build In Public Podcast,' or his role as an advisor at Atlanta Tech Village, KP continues to champion the ethos of open collaboration, innovation, and fearless building.
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