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Ravi Gullapalli

CEO & Founder, Hedge Fund Manager

With over two decades of experience in both the technology and financial sectors, Ravi Gullapalli brings a distinctive blend of expertise to Fastra Investments. A 2004 graduate of Acharya Nagarjuna University with a degree in Computer Science Engineering, Ravi began his career as a software engineer at Ariba and later contributed to the Microsoft Strategy team, where he presented innovative product ideas to Microsoft's executive leadership. He advanced into leadership roles at prominent companies such as General Motors, Autodesk, and Bank of America. In 2007, he co-founded a successful software consulting firm, which he successfully led for a decade before its acquisition in 2017.

Ravi's passion for trading and investing spans more than 20 years, with experience across various asset classes, including stocks, bonds, options, commodities, futures, and international markets. This extensive knowledge of financial markets led him to establish Fastra Investments in late 2021. Today, Fastra Investments manages multi-million-dollar assets, offering tailored investment strategies aimed at delivering long-term growth for its clients. This year, Ravi participated in the prestigious U.S. Investing Championship, consistently ranking in the top 10 every month. Ravi is a proud member of the Forbes Finance Council, where he shares his insights and expertise with a broader audience of financial professionals.

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Board of Directors

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