Ishu Darshan

About Ishu Darshan

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Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Velozity

   Jan 2025 — Present

   As CEO and Co-Founder at Surge, I\'ve dedicated myself entirely to a singular mission: building Surge, a workspace reimagined by AI, where humans and AI teammates collaborate seamlessly, redefining how teams execute.From day one, my vision was clear: to create something that not only replaced tools like Slack and Zoom, but also elevated productivity and connection within remote-first teams. With Surge, we\'ve crafted a live workspace that eliminates the usual chaos and interruptions, making real-time collaboration effortless.My role has been holistic—from shaping the core product vision and strategy to steering its market entry. I spearheaded product development, meticulously refining the user experience to ensure Surge feels intuitive and indispensable. Through numerous iterations, feedback sessions, and in-depth analyses of user needs, we\'ve delivered a product that resonates profoundly with teams seeking clarity and enhanced execution speed.On the business front, I\'ve structured Surge’s growth model around a compelling product-led approach, targeting strategic positioning to engage innovative, forward-thinking companies. Our early adoption strategy has already successfully replaced legacy tools internally within our 35-member consulting team, leading to remarkable improvements in coordination and execution velocity.Marketing and distribution are more than outreach; they\'re storytelling. I\'ve carefully cultivated Surge’s narrative—ensuring it communicates our transformative value clearly and compellingly. My hands-on direction in crafting our brand message,\"Never Ordinary,\" reflects the audacity and innovation embedded within Surge’s DNA.Today, as Surge prepares to launch publicly, my focus remains relentless: ensure every interaction with Surge delivers not just functionality, but genuine delight and profound productivity gains. We’re not just building software; we’re crafting the future of work.

Education

• Nazareth Academy

  Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

  2000 — 2011

• Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi

  Bachelor of Technology (BTech)

  2014 — 2018