Product Leader. Player Coach.

Over 18 years, I have built my expertise leading at the intersection of technology, product, and business, helping organizations scale digital innovation, drive customer engagement, and unlock new revenue streams. My journey began as an engineer, evolved into product leadership — a trajectory shaped by curiosity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Currently, as Director of Digital Products at Tonies (FSE: TNIE), I lead a cross-functional team spanning Product Management, UX Design, Data Analytics, and User Research, responsible for shaping the end-to-end digital customer experience across E-commerce, IoT, Content, and Mobile App Engagement. Over the past three years, I have helped transform digital into a core business driver, contributing to Tonies’ 30%+ YoY growth and helping the company surpass $500M in global revenue (2024).

From launching AI-driven storytelling experiences to optimizing app-driven monetization strategies, I excel at blending customer insights, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technology. I’m also a proud Alumni: Babbel, Landmark, Zycus, Larsen & Toubro, BITS-Pilani, PCE. More on LinkedIn.

My experience spans B2B and B2C business models, working across manufacturing, procurement, e-commerce, EdTech, and IoT — each shaping my ability to navigate complexity, drive alignment, and execute at scale. My leadership philosophy is centered on building high-performance teams and fostering an accountable, customer-centric culture, leading with clarity, urgency, and a relentless focus on outcomes.

I hold a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering and a Masters in Software Systems. A lifelong learner, I have continuously expanded my expertise through programs like Reforge (Growth Strategy), IDEO (Design thinking), and ICF (Certified Leader Coach). I occasionally write at prasadgupte.com, love travel, food and swimming. I thrive in fast-moving, high-impact environments and am always open to engaging with like-minded leaders, investors, and innovators shaping the future.

Experiential learner.

My personal growth loop is powered by my strong desire to learn and practice.

In 2020, I got better at human-centred innovation and mentoring. Off work, I learned to ski this year (yes, 2020) – first time ever on slopes, with just 2 hours of training, 2 days of practice and non-stop motivation from my team, I threaded the blue runs. In 2022, I went deep into data analysis with python which helped a lot validating the AI story generator. In 2024, I got a B1 language certificate in German.

I also learn from failure. Like with start-up SocietyWise with a friend, I understood that product ≠ business, and what not to do.

Mentor & ICF-certified Leader Coach.

I’ve equally learned from great people around me and pay some of that debt forward by offering mentoring to anyone who’d could benefit from my journey. Whether its sound boarding an idea or a career decision, feel free to reach out.

In 2021, I embarked on an intensive journey to elevate my coaching skills as a leader. After 4 of practicing, it has truly transformed the way I lead, listen, and empower others. I’m now a ICF-certified ACC Level 1 coach.

Son. Husband. Father. Foodie. Explorer.

Off work, I spend time with family, cook, travel, mentor, or learn something new. I’m a grateful son, typical husband and an imperfect father. Spending time with family & friends. Enjoy experimenting with food: both eating & cooking. My love for traveling has survived an era of backbreaking business trips. I prefer walking or biking to driving. I like watching movies, reading non-fiction, and collecting coins. That’s me!

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Best,
Prasad