Vaibhav Patel

Founder & CEO @ Reputesales

About

SaaS founder with 14+ years of experience building, scaling, and leading data-driven software companies. As Founder & Managing Director of ReputeSales, I’m focused on redefining how businesses grow locally by bringing automation, AI, and real revenue insight to local search, listings, and reputation management. My career has centered around building products, teams, and GTM systems that scale. I specialize in product strategy, market positioning, PLG, enterprise sales, operational excellence, and building efficient, repeatable revenue engines. I’ve led organizations through competitive markets, optimized unit economics, and built high-performing teams focused on sustainable growth. At ReputeSales, my vision is to build the core infrastructure for local performance — enabling brands to capture high-intent demand, maintain accurate listings across 125+ platforms, grow reputation at scale, and attribute real revenue to local search. We’re solving a critical gap in the local marketing ecosystem with a modern, AI-driven approach. Passionate about creating durable SaaS businesses, scaling globally relevant solutions, and turning complex digital challenges into simple, high-impact outcomes for businesses.

Country

India

City

Ahmedabad

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Product Innovation, Data-driven Decision Making, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Multi-location Management, Citations, Reputation Management, Product Strategy, Go-to-Market Strategy, SaaS Development, Decision-Making, Team Building, Leadership, Venture Capital, Corporate Development, Strategic Partnerships, Business Strategy, Startups, Local Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Development

Experience

Founder & CEO

Reputesales

2019-9 - Present · 7 yrs 1 mo

India

Leading strategy, product direction, and company growth for ReputeSales — an AI-powered Local SEO, Listings Management, and Reputation platform designed for multi-location brands, agencies, and SMBs.

Chief Operating Officer

IQRS Infotech

2021-4 - 2025-3 · 4 yrs

India

• Spearheaded organizational strategy and operations to achieve growth targets and streamline business processes • Implemented performance management and goal-setting frameworks across teams to enhance productivity • Collaborated with HR and accounting to optimize recruitment, onboarding, and budget management • Analyzed and enhanced internal operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs • Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders to drive business success

Operations Manager

IQRS Infotech

2017-6 - 2021-3 · 3 yrs 10 mos

India

• Maintained communication with staff, managers, and vendors to ensure smooth company operations • Developed quality assurance protocols to enhance process efficiency and uphold quality standards • Supervised accounts payable and receivable to keep operational activities within budget • Led a large, cross-functional team, supporting career development and resolving operational challenges • Conducted budget reviews and prepared cost plans for management, ensuring adherence to financial goals

Team Leader, Technical

IQRS Infotech

2014-4 - 2017-6 · 3 yrs 3 mos

India

• Directed a team in QA, SEO, and digital marketing, driving projects to meet high-quality standards • Oversaw SEO strategy implementation, achieving significant organic growth through on-page optimization • Developed project plans, assigned tasks, and ensured timely, quality deliverables • Collaborated with other departments to align SEO strategies with broader marketing objectives • Monitored team performance, implemented improvements, and introduced new tools for effectiveness

QA Engineer

IQRS Infotech

2012-2 - 2014-3 · 2 yrs 2 mos

India

• Created and executed test plans and cases, ensuring product quality and alignment with client needs • Identified, tracked, and resolved bugs through comprehensive testing and debugging processes • Coordinated with development teams to establish requirements and optimize system functionality • Conducted regression testing and applied QA metrics to maintain software quality • Investigated non-conformities, provided solutions, and trained users on implementing fixes