Kamlesh Zodge

About Kamlesh Zodge

I am a business growth strategist and entrepreneur with a passion for using AI, Quantum Computing, and IoT to unlock innovation and shape the future of technology.My journey started with a transformative internship at Indian Political Action Committee Pvt. Ltd. during my management studies at Sydenham College, where I built a strong foundation in strategy and execution.Today, as the Founder of QuantumNova Lab Pvt. Ltd, I also take an active role as Growth Manager, working closely with a team of technocrats to identify real-world problems and solve them through R&D and innovation. At QuantumNova, our mission is simple — build technology-driven solutions that create meaningful impact.In this role, I focus on strategic growth, partnerships, and client success — leveraging my negotiation skills and relationship-building expertise to bring innovative ideas to market and scale them effectively.Beyond QuantumNova, I am also the Co-Founder of AI-driven ventures aimed at redefining business operations through scalable, secure, and intelligent systems. By integrating AI, computing, and IoT, we help businesses solve complex challenges, optimize performance, and achieve transformative results.I’m always open to collaborating with professionals, innovators, and leaders who share a vision of using technology to drive growth and impact.Let’s connect and build the future together!

Experience

1. Growth Manager

   Quantumnova Lab\'s

   Jan 2020 — Present · Maharashtra, IN

   Driving AI & Quantum Innovation in Collaboration with the Government of IndiaThe Growth Manager at QuantumNova Labs plays a pivotal role in scaling next-generation technology solutions, particularly in Large Language Models (LLMs) and Quantum Computing, while aligning with national digital transformation goals. With a strategic mindset and deep domain expertise, the Growth Manager bridges the gap between government policy frameworks and deep-tech R&D, facilitating impactful partnerships, pilot deployments, and long-term innovation roadmaps.Key Responsibilities:Government Liaison: Acts as the primary interface between QuantumNova Labs and government ministries such as MeitY, DST, and NITI Aayog, aligning research objectives with national AI and quantum missions.Program Development: Leads initiatives to co-develop indigenous LLMs tailored for Indian languages, governance, education, and healthcare sectors.Quantum Collaboration: Works with premier institutions (like IISc, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research) to push forward India\'s quantum roadmap, focusing on simulation platforms, quantum-safe cryptography, and real-world applications.Policy & Grants: Navigates regulatory frameworks and secures funding via government grants, startup incubators, and public-private programs.Growth Strategy: Identifies commercialization pathways for cutting-edge technologies developed in-house, enabling scale through both public and enterprise partnerships.Thought Leadership: Represents QuantumNova Labs in national forums, tech conferences, and government roundtables to contribute to India’s tech sovereignty agenda.Vision:Empowering India to become a global leader in responsible AI and quantum computing, by co-creating with government bodies a technology ecosystem that’s inclusive, scalable, and secure.

Education

• Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics

  Management studies , Business, Management, specialization in Marketing

• Government of Maharashtra Sydenham College of Commerce & Economics B Road Churchgate Mumbai 400 020

  syndenham college, Marketing

  2017 — 2020