Khyati Sundaram

Dipti Shah is the CEO of Applied, where she has led the company for over six years, driving innovation in hiring solutions by eliminating biases in recruitment. With expertise in B2B software, SaaS, fundraising, and compliance regulations, she has guided Applied through significant growth, emphasizing data-driven approaches to improve hiring outcomes. Prior to her current role, she was an advisor and investor, supporting startups with her extensive knowledge in financial modeling, business strategy, and launching ventures.

Previously, Dipti was the Co-Founder and CEO of FOSHO, where she gained hands-on experience in scaling early-stage startups. Earlier in her career, she held roles at DC Advisory, The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), and J.P. Morgan, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, financial analysis, and quantitative research. Her diverse background across finance, entrepreneurship, and technology positions her as a leader with a proven track record in building successful companies and driving impactful change in the hiring landscape.

• Applied, Chief Executive Officer: Jan 2019 - Present (6 yrs 3 mos)
• Self Employed, Advisor, Investor: Dec 2015 - Dec 2020 (5 yrs 1 mo)
• FOSHO, Co-Founder & CEO: Jan 2014 - Aug 2018 (4 yrs 8 mos)
• DC Advisory, Mergers and Acquisitions Associate: Sep 2012 - Sep 2013 (1 yr 1 mo)
• The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), Corporate Finance Specialist: Mar 2010 - Aug 2012 (2 yrs 6 mos)
• J.P. Morgan, Quantitative Researcher: Sep 2008 - Feb 2010 (1 yr 6 mos)

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