Raj E.
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Product Management Coach | +100k Students Trained | Founder @ GapSquad
Studied at Harvard Business School
Works at GapSquad
Not currently taking new clients
Raj’s Product Management Qualifications
Experience level: Group Product Manager
10+ people coached for Product Management
Open to working with clients outside the U.S.
Raj has helped clients get into these companies:
Welcome to my profile! I'm Raj Elakkara, a seasoned Product Manager, entrepreneur, and Udemy instructor with over 10 years of experience in software/web/device product management. As a Product Manager, I have defined, launched, and marketed over 15 successful global products in various sectors, including supply chain, GIS, medical devices, EDI, and mining. As the founder of GapSquad, I am passionate about helping Product Managers proactively manage and progress their careers. Through GapSquad, I offer a range of resources, including self-study courses, learning paths, access to a community of Product Managers, and monthly live workshops. I have also advised numerous fast-growing startups on strategy, scaling, and product management. In addition to my coaching experience, I am the creator of the #1 highest-rated Product Management courses on Udemy, with over 60,000 students. My courses provide comprehensive and practical insights into the field of Product Management. With my extensive background and expertise, I am confident in my ability to help aspiring Product Managers excel in their careers. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, navigate career transitions, or gain a deeper understanding of product management principles, I'm here to support you. Reach out to me today and let's take your Product Management journey to the next level!
Raj can help with:
Skill Building
LinkedIn Review
Execution
Promotion Strategy
Cover Letters
Resume Review
Networking Strategy
Strategy & Vision
Salary Negotiation
Product Case Interview Prep
Behavioral Interview Prep
About Raj
Led a couple of FedEx's most successful products from their early days. Built the PM function at OpenText, as one of the early members of the PM team. Bootstrapped a successful startup to +$2M ARR in a year. Now, I advise startup founders, do occasional speaking engagements, teach courses, run bootcamps & offer coaching.
Why do I coach?
Mentorship and coaching helped me immensely in my career. I now teach as a way to pay it forward, and love seeing my students achieve success. To date, +100k product professionals from around the world have taken my courses, bootcamps & coaching.
Work Experience
Founder
GapSquad
December 2023 - Present
GapSquad offers courses, bootcamps & free resources to craft a product career that combines joy, growth and success. On your terms.
Lead Instructor, Product Management
Udemy
June 2018 - Present
Creator of #1 highest rated Product Management courses on Udemy with +60,000 students
Product Advisor
Various startups
2014 - Present
I advise fast-growing startups on strategy, scaling, and product management.
Co-founder
Switch Up
2014 - 2018
Bootstrapped startup from idea to +$2M ARR in a year
Director of Product
OpenText
2005 - 2011
GE spin-off with responsibility for Supply Chain Visibility, RFID, PIM & Data Synchronization product suites
Senior Product Manager
FedEx
2000 - 2005
Built FedEx Ship Manager, the first multi-carrier transportation solution with $30 million annual revenue
Education
Harvard Business School
Executive Education: Digital Strategy, Business
2015 - 2016
Thunderbird School of Global Management
MBA, International Management
1998 - 2000
Activities and societies: Merit Scholar, graduated in top 5% of class
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Raj has helped clients get into these companies: