Rakesh Patni

Rakesh Patni is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership, business development, and strategic advisory roles across diverse industries. Currently serving as Director of Agentic AI and Automation Research APJ at IDC since November 2021, Rakesh supports AI and cloud vendors in optimizing go-to-market strategies and enterprise adoption. In addition, Rakesh acts as an Investor and Advisor at Loyal VC and is an Executive Member of Pavilion. As Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Augmenteed from January 2020 to October 2021, Rakesh contributed to the development of an AI-enabled business process management platform. Rakesh founded Naturma Life LLP, a premium organic skincare brand, and pioneered its entry into the market before its successful sale. Previous roles include Head of Business Development at Housekeep and various consulting positions, starting with the establishment of ADITI. Rakesh holds an MBA from INSEAD and a bachelor's degree in Commerce from H.R. College of Commerce & Economics.