Aditi Rao

Co-Founder @ K-OS The GameBar

About

Hi, I’m Aditi Rao, the founder of K-OS The GameBar, a vibrant restaurant in the heart of Koramangala, Bangalore. My journey began with an engineering degree from Hyderabad and an MBA from XLRI Jamshedpur, which helped me build a strong foundation in strategy and problem-solving. Before starting K-OS, I spent nearly 10 years at Shell, working in various roles across marketing, sales, operations, and customer loyalty. These experiences taught me the importance of understanding customer needs and building engaging experiences—skills I now bring to running K-OS. I’m passionate about creating spaces where people can connect, unwind, and have fun, and I’m always excited to explore new ideas and opportunities to make this vision even better.

Country

India

City

Bengaluru

Industry

Food & Beverages

Skill

Talent Management, Negotiation, Event Planning, P&L Management, Retail Sales, Upselling, Promotional Marketing, Stakeholder Management, Payment Card Processing, Loyalty Marketing, Project Management, Collaborative Problem Solving, Training Delivery, International Relations, Business Ownership, Start-up Leadership, Restaurant Operations, Food and Beverage Operations, Community Building, Business Operations

Experience

Co-Founder

K-OS The GameBar

2020-10 - Present · 6 yrs

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

*Conceptualized and launched K-OS, a 100-seater gamebar blending food, drinks, and games for a unique customer experience. *Developed the brand strategy, targeting young professionals and students through engaging events and promotions. *Curated offerings, including a diverse menu, automated games, and creative events like tournaments and food challenges. *Built a vibrant community, fostering connections among customers through shared interests in games, sports, and social experiences. *Led operations, from staffing and budgeting to maintaining quality standards across food, drinks, and entertainment. *Built a strong online presence, driving customer engagement and visits through innovative social media campaigns. *Adapted to challenges, incorporating customer feedback and market trends to ensure sustained growth.

Payment & Loyalty Manager

Shell

2016-11 - 2020-4 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Virtual

Worked closely with loyalty partners from brainstorming to execute and operationalize the Shell Cash card program. Devised the payment landscape for Shell Retail stations in India post the demonetization period across card providers and mobile payments.