Murali Bukkapatnam

He is the dynamic Chairman and CEO of Volksy Technologies, where he has devoted his career to driving innovation and fostering entrepreneurship. At Volksy, he has played a pivotal role in launching several successful startups, including EHAM, a venture committed to addressing the tech talent gap while actively empowering women in the workforce.

With a deep commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship, he holds significant positions within TiE, a prestigious Silicon Valley organization. He has not only invested in a diverse range of startups but has also dedicated over 800 hours to mentoring young entrepreneurs, contributing to the thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in Hyderabad.

Before his relocation to India in 2008, he was an active and influential member of the Indian-American community in Greater Washington. His contributions spanned philanthropic, social, cultural, and political activities. Notably, he served as a Founder Trustee of the Capitol Area Telugu Society (CATS) and played a vital role in organizations like the U.S. India Political Action Committee (USINPAC) and the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC).

Beyond his professional life, he is a multifaceted individual with a passion for sports, a discerning palate as a food and wine connoisseur, and an insatiable appetite for knowledge through his avid reading, particularly of autobiographies and inspirational literature.

He has made a significant impact in the startup ecosystem by playing a key role in establishing the Hyderabad Angel Network, a robust collective of angel investors. This experience has honed his ability to make strategic decisions and solidified his desire to contribute his expertise to board-level positions.

Teaching entrepreneurship at the prestigious Indian Institute of Hyderabad, one of the premier IIT institutions, has been a privilege he inherited from his father. This role has further honed his communication, motivational, empathy, understanding, leadership, and strategic planning skills, which he believes will be invaluable in a boardroom setting.

His academic background includes an MS in Computer Science from Southeastern University, Washington DC, where he not only graduated with honors but also received the Dean’s Award, a testament to his dedication to excellence throughout his academic and professional journey.