With over two decades of experience spanning both technology and financial markets, Ravi Gullapalli brings a unique and powerful 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 senior leadership. He went on to hold leadership roles at several prominent organizations.

In 2007, Ravi co-founded a successful software consulting firm, which he led for a decade before its acquisition in 2017—demonstrating his entrepreneurial vision and execution.

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Ravi’s passion for trading and investing spans more than 20 years, with experience across a wide range of asset classes, including equities, bonds, options, commodities, and international markets. This deep market expertise led him to establish Fastra Investments in late 2021. Today, Fastra Investments manages multi-million-dollar assets, with a strong focus on disciplined research, risk management, and identifying high-conviction opportunities across global markets.

Ravi is also a member of the Forbes Finance Council, where he shares his insights with a broader community of financial professionals.