Riddhi Bhapkar

About Riddhi Bhapkar

I like figuring out what matters, why it matters, and how to build around it. I started in systems and pipelines, building the backbone for scalable analytics. But the real inflection point came when I started asking: What problem are we solving, and for whom?That question pulled me out of the backend and into conversations with users, teams, and decision-makers. Over time, I’ve worked on projects where I’ve had to understand problems, bring the right people together, and see things through from idea to launch. Since then, I’ve co-founded a tech venture, led statewide digital transformation efforts in higher ed, driven 0→1 product discovery, and helped scale features that balanced business goals with user value.I’m currently pursuing my Master’s at UIUC’s School of Information Sciences, where I also serve as a Graduate Program Ambassador. I bring in range, depth, and a bias toward action whether it’s designing systems, shaping products, or driving impact at scale.If you’re building thoughtful products or transformative solutions, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Business Analyst

   BMO

   Sep 2025 — Present