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Mahesh M. Thakur

Mahesh M. Thakur is a top artificial intelligence leader, advisor, and investor.

Who am I?

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My Story

With over a decade of experience in AI, Mahesh has held impactful roles at Microsoft AI (formerly Bing), Amazon, Intuit, and most recently as Vice President at GoDaddy. He has partnered with leading machine learning researchers, engineers, and founders, while making strategic investments in startups with successful exits. Mahesh has worked in the most critical areas of AI – machine learning, generative, and agentic AI.

Mahesh M. Thakur is a top artificial intelligence leader, advisor, and investor.

Mahesh was one of the youngest talents to build and scale an artificial intelligence product at Microsoft, leading product development and experimentation for hundreds of millions of users globally. At GoDaddy, his leadership drove over 20% year-over-year growth in the Productivity P&L, reaching $600 million in annual revenue. His team also doubled the B2B SaaS customer base and boosted Microsoft 365 subscription revenue by 25% through a key partnership with Microsoft.

In addition to his corporate achievements, Mahesh successfully incubated and scaled a new SaaS business from inception, accelerating AI adoption and innovation across industries. His contributions to AI include creating the Product Data Platform (PDP) and earning two patents in AI-powered search and eCommerce, solidifying his impact on the AI and ML landscape.

Outside of work, Mahesh is transforming the AI field. He speaks globally on AI, advises on public policy, and coaches executives and businesses on how to build, scale, and excel with AI. Mahesh is also a dedicated mentor, helping companies adopt AI-driven strategies to achieve competitive advantage and sustainable growth.

Mahesh is a guest lecturer at NYU and Columbia University, where he inspires the next generation of leaders in technology and business. His teaching and mentorship extend his legacy as a visionary in AI, equipping students and professionals to navigate and shape the future of the industry.

Mahesh’s blend of technical acumen and business leadership has cemented his position as a transformative force in artificial intelligence. From developing groundbreaking platforms to scaling global businesses, his career exemplifies the intersection of innovation and impact.

Mahesh M. Thakur is a top artificial intelligence leader, advisor, and investor.

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Connectional Intelligence

With over a decade of experience in AI, Mahesh has held impactful roles at Microsoft AI (formerly Bing), Amazon, Intuit, and most recently as Vice President at GoDaddy. He has partnered with leading machine learning researchers, engineers, and founders, while making strategic investments in startups with successful exits.

– machine learning, generative, and agentic AI.