Kriti Lachhiramka

🚀 AI Ecosystem Builder | Program Leader | Startup Enabler Helping governments and startups harness the power of AI and innovation to solve real-world problems. As a Program Manager at nasscom, I lead high-impact initiatives at the intersection of technology, startups, and public policy. My work focuses on building thriving AI ecosystems—from enabling AI adoption in government departments, to accelerating over 140+ AI startups, including 60+ in Generative AI. I have a cross-functional experience spanning program strategy, stakeholder management, corporate innovation, and business development, I thrive on translating vision into execution. 🧠 What I Do: • Drive public-private innovation partnerships across AI, GenAI, and emerging tech • Design and scale flagship startup accelerator programs in collaboration with industry and governments • Enable corporate innovation via hackathons, open innovation challenges & roundtables • Manage C-suite and enterprise relationships, translating needs into startup-led solutions • Curate large-scale industry events, community engagement, and ecosystem reports 🌍 I’ve worked with 200+ AI startups, 100+ partner organizations (enterprises, academia, Venture capitals, global tech companies), and led 30+ strategic ecosystem events across India. 💬 If you're building something bold in AI, innovation, or policy—or want to collaborate with startups—let’s connect.