Apu, an acronym for "Accelerated Processing Unit", has extensive technology experience in mobile location intelligence, predictive analytics, machine learning, data science and cloud services. Apu is the CEO & Founder of LotaData. Prior to LotaData, Apu held foundational and executive roles at successful technology startups like BlueStacks, Phoenix (acquired by HP), CNET.com and mySimon (acquired by CNET). His startup street cred is complemented by his leadership experience at Fortune 100 companies like Hewlett-Packard. Apu has a Master’s degree in Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Mumbai. When he is not globetrotting, deal hacking, or teaching tennis, Apu spends his time helping local communities. He strongly recommends the "civic tour of duty" for technology companies to invest in and contribute to the improvement of local neighborhoods, towns and cities.