Mr. Aakash P 

PGP, IIM Visakhapatnam '28 | B.E - PSG College Of Technology

Growing up in a business family, I was exposed to entrepreneurship from an early age. Watching my family’s business navigate both successes and setbacks sparked my curiosity about how businesses are built, sustained, and transformed. These experiences shaped my perspective and instilled in me a strong belief that meaningful innovation comes from solving real-world problems.

Professionally, I am an Associate Engineer at Valeo, where I work on next-generation automotive vision systems. My role has allowed me to contribute to advanced video processing technologies, optimize system performance, and collaborate with global teams on complex engineering challenges. Working in the automotive industry has strengthened my passion for combining technology with practical problem-solving.

Alongside my engineering career, I have actively pursued entrepreneurial experiences. I have led digital marketing initiatives for my family’s business, helping grow its online presence, and co-founded a food venture with friends. These opportunities have taught me valuable lessons about leadership, customer-centric thinking, teamwork, and the importance of adapting quickly in dynamic environments.

Currently pursuing my MBA at IIM Visakhapatnam, I am keen to deepen my understanding of strategy, entrepreneurship, and innovation. I am particularly interested in how emerging technologies can reshape industries, especially in mobility and the automotive ecosystem, and I aspire to build ventures that create sustainable value while addressing genuine customer needs.

Beyond academics and work, I enjoy playing football, exploring startup ecosystems, and following global business and geopolitical developments. I believe that continuous learning, meaningful collaboration, and a willingness to embrace challenges are the key drivers of personal and professional growth, and I look forward to contributing to and learning from the diverse IIM Visakhapatnam community.