Shailesh Rao

Shailesh Rao is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor currently serving as the Founder and General Partner of Arc180, a venture firm dedicated to supporting Indian entrepreneurs in the global market. Previously, Rao held the position of Partner and Head for India and Southeast Asia at TPG Global, overseeing significant investments for Growth and The Rise Fund. With a rich background in leadership roles, notable positions include Vice President of International Operations at Twitter, where expansion into over 50 markets was executed, and Vice President at Google, responsible for display advertising across Asia Pacific. Rao's career also includes significant contributions at JLL as a Board Member and Senior Advisor, as well as key roles at Yodlee and America Online. Educational credentials include an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a dual degree in Economics and History from the University of Pennsylvania.