Ravi Akasapu

About Ravi Akasapu

A strategic and results-oriented technology leader at the intersection of Generative AI, data engineering, and enterprise architecture. With a demonstrable history of partnering with clients and internal stakeholders to transform complex business challenges into significant value, I specialize in architecting and deploying sophisticated AI solutions that align cutting-edge technologies with core business objectives. My work drives measurable improvements in innovation, efficiency, and competitive positioning.From initial client engagement and rapid Proof of Concept (POC) execution to full-scale project delivery, I lead the entire solution lifecycle. I excel at shaping the strategic vision for data and AI across the enterprise, while also guiding high-performing teams to translate that vision into tangible, high-value applications.Core Competencies:AI Strategy & Value Creation: Architected and executed comprehensive Data and AI strategies designed to unlock tangible business value. Championed the adoption of emerging technologies like Large Language Models and Agentic Frameworks to create new revenue streams, optimize operations, and secure a distinct competitive advantage.Client Engagement & Collaborative Leadership: Excelled in client-facing roles, engaging senior leadership to understand core business drivers, define project scope, and co-create strategic roadmaps. Guided and mentored high-performing, cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation to deliver solutions that consistently exceed stakeholder expectations.End-to-End Project Execution: From POC to Enterprise Scale: Proven ability to lead projects through the entire lifecycle, from rapid Proof of Concept (POC) validation of AI-based agents to the full-scale enterprise deployment and maintenance of BI migration frameworks. Architected and integrated scalable solutions within complex ecosystems, including SAP, Salesforce, and Snowflake, ensuring architectural integrity and seamless execution.Advanced Generative AI & Technical Architecture: Directed the hands-on development of advanced AI systems. This includes building sophisticated AI Agents and conversational interfaces using frameworks like LangChain and LangGraph, engineering advanced Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines with specialized Vector DBs, and optimizing model performance through state-of-the-art fine-tuning techniques (PEFT, LoRa/qLoRa). Ensured robust governance, observability, and cost management.

Experience

1. Ai and Data Product Leader - Ai & Llms

   RAYVEN IT SOLUTIONS

   Sep 2022 — Present · NJ, US

   Led multiple technology initiatives as a Technical Architect and Manager for various business verticals.• Implemented RAG and Chat Applications uinsg LLMs, Machine Learning and integration with AWS, Azure using LangChain, LangGraph, DsPy• Research and upskill with latest technology skills in Large Language Models, Finetuning, AI Applications

Education

• Vaagdevi College of Engineering

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2001 — 2005

• Stanford Continuing Studies

  From Data to Deployment: Creating Production-Ready Large Language Models, Large Language Models, NLP

• Accredian

  PGP in Data Science and AI(With fellowship) (PGPDSAI)

• GITAM Institute of International Business

  PGDM(IB), International Business, Finance

  2006 — 2008

• Great Lakes Institute of Management

  Business Analytics Certificate Program, Business Analytics and Data Science

  2016 — 2016

Skills

• Business Analysis
• Sap Erp
• Sap Bpc
• Mis
• Team Management
• Consolidation
• Financial Analysis
• Business Strategy
• Requirements Analysis
• Sap Bw
• Business Intelligence
• Sap Bi
• Sap Implementation
• Machine Learning
• Microsoft Excel
• Sap Businessobjects Cloud
• Python
• R
• Analytics
• Sap Hana
• Sql Script
• Training
• Php
• Javascript
• Mysql
• Web Analytics
• Sap Netweaver Business Warehouse (Sap Bw)
• Management Information Systems (Mis)
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Sap Businessobjects