Iyengar Ventures

Unlock Innovation with Proven AI Strategies

Your idea can change the world — and we're here to make it happen, faster. At Iyengar Ventures, we empower you to leverage AI and proven methodologies to deliver impactful, delightful products at scale.

With decades of expertise from leading and shaping innovative teams across global tech leaders, we help you break down barriers and accelerate your path to success. Our tailored approach applies the strategies that have driven big tech's success to your unique challenges, making the benefits of cutting-edge AI accessible to all.

We offer everything from practical product and leadership advice, brainstorms on strategy, technical consulting and tailored solutions to transform your ideas into action.

Who we are

Badri Iyengar is a seasoned Science and Engineering Leader with over 20 years of experience delivering high-impact solutions in AI and machine learning. With an impressive portfolio spanning Yahoo, Facebook, Uber, and beyond, Badri has consistently driven business outcomes through innovative AI applications. His expertise includes designing and scaling algorithms for Ranking and Recommender Systems, Search, Advertising, Multi-sided Marketplaces, and Knowledge Enrichment. Badri's work bridges the gap between research and practical deployment, helping organizations unlock the full potential of AI-driven strategies.

Vi Iyengar brings a unique combination of technical depth and executive leadership to the world of AI. As a visionary leader, she has spearheaded groundbreaking generative AI and multimodal machine learning initiatives at Netflix, driving innovation across video, audio, text, and image modalities. With a proven track record at companies like Netflix, Apple, and Intuit, as well as pioneering roles in startups, Vi excels at transforming cutting-edge AI technologies into large-scale, impactful solutions. Her expertise lies in delivering thoughtful and delightful products by combining strategic foresight with deep technical insight.