Ankit Pathak

AI Solutions Company | Custom AI Agents | Enterprise & SMB Focus POP is an AI solutions company built on a simple belief: AI should solve real business pain -not exist as a demo or a buzzword. As Co-Founder & CEO, I lead the vision and hands-on delivery of custom AI agents designed around real client pain points-not generic tools. We work directly with leadership teams to identify bottlenecks, then design, build, and deploy AI agents that automate, augment, or fully own those workflows. In just 5 months, we’ve: -Designed and deployed 40+ custom AI agents across sales, operations, and enterprise workflows -Helped clients reduce manual effort by 60–80% in targeted processes -Delivered POCs in under 14 days, with production rollouts following quickly -Partnered with SMBs and mid-market teams across multiple industries What We’re Building at POP We don’t sell “AI platforms.” We build purpose-driven AI agents that work inside real businesses. Our early solutions include: ACO Agent – an autonomous coordination & operations agent designed to streamline complex workflows AI Voice Agents- human-like voice agents for inbound/outbound calls, scheduling, and customer interactions AEO agent- An AEO agent that takes SEO busywork off your plate and helps customers find you first. RFP Proposal Submission Agent- automates RFP analysis, response drafting, and submission workflows Custom AI Agents- built from scratch based on each client’s data, constraints, and goals Every agent we build is: Problem-first, not model-first Customized, not off-the-shelf ROI-driven, with measurable outcomes POP's mission is clear: Turn AI from experimentation into execution.

As the CEO of Consultadd, I’m leading our evolution from a high-performing IT consulting firm into a forward-thinking AI services company that helps businesses unlock the practical power of Generative AI.We now focus on delivering custom AI solutions to help clients automate processes, enhance decision-making, and scale faster-with tools that are as easy to implement as they are impactful. Our current AI offerings include: -GenAI-powered copilots for internal teams -Smart lead generation and customer support agents -AI automation workflows tailored to specific business verticals -Thought partnership to define & execute AI strategy from scratch Leadership Highlights: -Spearheading Consultadd’s repositioning as a trusted partner for AI adoption and GenAI implementation, especially for small and mid-sized businesses. -Drawing from my leadership experience at AWS and Centene to implement lean, scalable systems that align business needs with AI innovation. -Cultivating a team culture where creativity, ownership, and agility are core drivers of performance and client satisfaction. -Building long-term partnerships by demystifying AI for decision-makers and delivering solutions that are fast, practical, and business-first. At Consultadd, we believe AI shouldn’t be complex it should be useful, fast, and transformative.

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As an Assistant Director at AWS, I was responsible for leading cross-functional teams in the delivery of complex cloud solutions, driving innovation and ensuring operational excellence across key projects. I worked closely with senior leadership to align IT solutions with business outcomes, fostering a collaborative environment that empowered teams to succeed. Key Responsibilities: - Led teams in delivering scalable, secure cloud solutions for enterprise clients, focusing on business agility and cost-efficiency. - Managed high-profile projects, ensuring that teams met key milestones while maintaining quality and performance. - Played a key role in strategic decision-making, working with AWS senior leadership to align cloud initiatives with business goals. - Developed and implemented processes to enhance team performance, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Designed and implemented cloud solutions for Sony Music’s digital transformation, focusing on scalability and high performance. - Developed cloud-based solutions for data management and digital assets, ensuring fast and secure access. - Collaborated with Sony’s leadership to align cloud strategies with business goals. - Conducted technical training sessions to upskill Sony’s in-house teams on AWS services.

Supported Centene’s cloud initiatives by providing expert guidance in AWS architecture and cloud automation. - Developed automated solutions for cloud deployments, improving efficiency and reducing time to market. - Assisted in migrating critical workloads to AWS, ensuring a smooth transition with zero downtime. - Provided technical leadership for cloud projects, focusing on security and compliance

Before becoming CEO, I served as a Senior Management Engineer at ConsultAdd, where I led cross-functional teams to deliver IT solutions that met the specific needs of our staffing partners. My focus was on developing scalable systems that allowed our partners to meet their business objectives efficiently. Key Contributions: - Managed a global team of engineers, driving collaboration and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. - Worked closely with staffing partners to understand their needs and delivered tailored IT solutions that aligned with their goals. - Focused on process improvement and team empowerment, creating a culture of high performance and accountability.