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Anoop Kumar

US GM, VP Strategy & Operations at Empathy

Anoop Kumar has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries and roles. Anoop currently serves as the US GM and VP of Strategy & Operations at Empathy. Prior to this, Anoop worked as an Advisor & Consultant, providing guidance and expertise to start-ups and investors in the areas of go-to-market functions, expansion, strategy, and operations.

Before their advisory role, Anoop held the position of Vice President of Business Operations at Hotel Engine, a B2B hotel booking platform. In this role, they led strategic initiatives related to performance management, go-to-market operations, investor relations, and cross-functional projects. Anoop also temporarily held the responsibility of Interim Head of Marketing during their time at Hotel Engine.

Anoop's previous experience includes working at Squarespace as the Head of International Strategy & Operations, where they played a key role in the company's international expansion efforts. Anoop collaborated with various departments and established KPIs for international markets to facilitate Squarespace's growth.

Anoop also worked at WeddingWire, now known as The Knot Worldwide, where they held the role of Director of Business Operations & Growth. Anoop contributed to expanding WeddingWire's international footprint and exploring emerging markets.

Anoop began their career at Accenture Strategy (formerly Axia Limited), a management consulting firm. Anoop worked as a Business Strategy Manager, delivering strategic and execution-focused engagements for Fortune 500 clients in the consumer goods and healthcare industries.

Furthermore, Anoop gained early experience as a Business Development & Marketing Analyst at Dada Entertainment, a mobile entertainment joint-venture between Sony Music and Dada SpA. Anoop identified new business opportunities, managed API partnerships, and implemented automated systems to ensure accurate royalty payments.

Overall, Anoop Kumar's work experience showcases their expertise in strategy, operations, international expansion, and consulting, across various industries and roles.

Anoop Kumar has completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Economics and International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania. Anoop also attended Universidad Pontificia Comillas, where they pursued studies in Business. The specific start and end years for both educational experiences are not provided.

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  • US GM, VP Strategy & Operations

    January, 2021 - present

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