# Akhil Gupta > Operator and investor. Ex: Uber & Dandy Operator and investor. Experienced executive and former investment banker with a strong track record at industry giants like Uber, and innovative startups such as Dandy, coupled with extensive financial expertise. Specializing in strategic growth, scaling, commercial and operational leadership, with a knack for leading through hyperscaling as well as crisis and change management. Led Uber’s North American Driver business ($25B GB annually). Grew Dandy 5x in one year to three-digit ARR. Have owned revenue and business growth, retention, customer success, onboarding, training and customer experience (service and support). Things I can advise on: \* Strategy and north star development / vision brainstorming \* Your product idea \* Company business models \* Improving customer experience \* Fundraising storytelling \* Hiring excellent leaders and ICs \* Driving operational efficiency \* Navigating and communicating change \* Building out commercial orgs and incentive structures \* Selling software to SMBs \* People and performance management I look forward to sharing insights and experiences that I’ve learned to help you grow and succeed! **Rating:** 5/5 (3 reviews) ## Offerings - Video call (15 min): $200.00 ## Example Questions - I’m thinking of starting a company. What are the next few things I should focus on? - How do I know if my business idea will work? - How would you approach growth for my business? - What key metrics should I aim for at different stages to be a best in class company? ## Links - [Expert profile](/AkhilGupta) - [Avatar](https://media.intro.co/avatars/717560jzhRPOl5.jpg) - [Marketplace](/marketplace)