About us

Our mission is to make AI a force for good—empowering every employee with trusted, understandable, and accessible data.

Through our technology, we break down barriers to helping organizations unlock the full potential of AI in a way that is ethical, inclusive, and sustainable. We eliminate the challenges that prevent every employee, at every level, from making data-driven decisions with confidence.

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AI for good

At App Orchid, we believe AI should do more than deliver outputs—it should empower people, foster understanding, and build systems that work for everyone. The App Orchid platform makes this possible.

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We’re making advanced AI accessible to all, not just data teams. Our semantic layer provides everyone, regardless of technical background, with the technology that allows them to accelerate their careers.

Our AI solutions are built on the foundation of explainability and accompanied by critical context, making insights not only actionable but fully understandable.

We break down silos and technical barriers by providing a unified, language-based interface to enterprise data. The result: every team—from finance to operations—can engage directly with the insights they need.

Smarter access to data leads to smarter work. Our AI solutions reduce time spent chasing answers, minimize waste, and streamline operations—driving long-term efficiency and impact.

At App Orchid, we strive to ensure that AI is applied ethically and responsibly. We focus on creating solutions that respect privacy, avoid bias, and enhance accessibility for all users.

Our leadership

This team is shaping the future of enterprise AI—guiding our mission with deep expertise, bold thinking, and a shared commitment to building technology that empowers people and organizations alike.

Vaibhav Nadgauda

Chief Executive Officer

Vaibhav is a seasoned business leader with a strong track record in tech and venture capital. He is also a Managing Partner at Moneta Ventures.

Shyam Chodapunedi

Chief Operating Officer

As a leader in AI-driven innovation, Shyam is dedicated to transforming operations and delivering cutting-edge data science solutions.

Wes Kapsa

Chief Revenue Officer

As a seasoned GTM leader, Wes is focused on driving growth, building high-performing teams, and delivering value to customers at every stage of their journey.

Yuvaraj Mani

Chief Product Officer

Yuvaraj leads cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, AI-powered analytics and app-building solutions, driving the design, development, and execution of the App Orchid product stack.

Ravi Bommakanti

Chief Technology Officer

Ravi is a strategic, results-driven leader with deep expertise in designing, building, and supporting business applications, portals, and content management systems using both commercial and open-source technologies.

Jagadeesh Macherla

Chief Architect & SVP of Engineering

With deep expertise in scalable architecture and enterprise systems, Jagadeesh (Jags) drives engineering excellence and innovation across App Orchid’s AI-powered solutions.

App Orchid’s story

Where did it all begin?

Back in 2015, when generative AI was still tucked away in university labs, App Orchid founder Krishna Kumar had a bold idea: what if business users could simply talk to their data? Ask questions, get answers, generate dashboards, and even fix bugs—automatically. He called it a self-healing platform, and while the tech world wasn’t quite ready for it then, Krishna's vision was crystal clear. Fast forward to today, that once-audacious idea lives on in App Orchid™—our agentic AI platform that turns natural language into action, insight, and impact. He was ahead of his time. We're building the future he saw.

What is App Orchid’s mission?

Our mission is to unlock the full potential of enterprise data through a trusted semantic layer that bridges the gap between people and information. We believe in a future where every employee—regardless of technical skill—can interact with data naturally, make smarter decisions, and drive meaningful outcomes.

What's it like working at App Orchid?

At App Orchid, you'll work at the intersection of AI, data, and user experience. You'll help shape the future of how businesses connect to their data—building tools that are as elegant as they are powerful. You’ll grow fast, collaborate closely, and be proud of the impact you make.

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aoKares

A Legacy of Compassion and Change

aoKares is App Orchid’s social responsibility program, founded in 2020 in loving memory of our founder, Krishna Kumar. Inspired by Krishna’s vision and values, aoKares is dedicated to making a difference in the world, one community at a time.

Our mission is to partner with organizations to create positive, meaningful change in the areas that matter most: education parity, mental health and wellness, and homelessness. We are deeply committed to these causes because we believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to thrive and be supported.
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Through aoKares, we honor Krishna’s legacy by working together to bring about lasting change, fostering a better, more compassionate world for all.