Naveed Patel

Founder & Managing Partner

Yaar Capital

Aug 2025 - Current (11 months)

As Founder & Managing Partner of 4 Yaar Capital, I lead our dual mission: 1. Democratizing investment opportunities – opening access to high-growth ventures for a broader range of investors. 2. Empowering founders through our venture studio – providing capital, strategy, and operational support to help startups go from idea to scale. I oversee fund development, investment pipeline, and deal flow across diverse industries. I like to partner directly with founders to validate ideas, build MVPs, refine business models, and accelerate go-to-market execution. Building trust with investors by ensuring transparency, measurable growth, and impactful returns is at the core of what I do. Creating an environment where capital, mentorship, and innovat

Founder & CEO

CaddyDad

Mar 2021 - Current (5 years 4 months)

Founded CaddyDad with a clear vision and mission to help those in need while sharing the message of generosity. I Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organization, driving growth and impact. Developed and implemented innovative programs and initiatives to advance the organization's mission and objectives. Lead fundraising efforts, securing grants, sponsorships, and donations to support programmatic activities and organizational sustainability. I Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, supporters, community partners, and stakeholders. I oversee all aspects of organizational operations, including budgeting, financial management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Advocate for the organization's cause a

Founder & CEO

Scalepex

Mar 2021 - Current (5 years 4 months)

As the founder of Scalepex, I established the company with a clear vision and strategic direction. Leading all aspects of business operations, including strategic planning, business development, and financial management. Nurturing a high-performing team, I fostered a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Through the execution of effective business strategies, we have achieved significant milestones and garnered accolades, solidifying our position as a leader in our industry. I provide strategic vision and guidance to drive organizational growth and profitability. I develop and implement innovative business strategies aimed at achieving company objectives and bolstering our market position. Leading cross-functional teams, I

Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) & Managing Director

AustinCSI a Cognizant Company

Apr 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 10 months)

Spearheaded overall strategic direction and management of the organization, aligning efforts with company goals and objectives. Led cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence and exceed performance targets. Developed and implemented innovative business strategies to drive revenue growth and market expansion. Cultivated and maintained key client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention. Oversaw financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation to optimize profitability and sustainability. Provided mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Collaborated with the Board of Directors and executive leadership to s

Strategic Lead, Advisory Services

AustinCSI

Jan 2011 - Apr 2018 (7 years 4 months)

As an integral member of the Executive Leadership team, I played a pivotal role in guiding teams, fostering client relationships, and ensuring the successful delivery of project objectives. My responsibilities spanned various domains, including operational and human capital support, strategic business advising, and daily operations oversight. Furthermore, I held a key role in driving fulfillment, managing accounts and client relationships, overseeing infrastructure, and nurturing the organization's cultural ethos. I spearheaded strategic initiatives aimed at expanding our firm's advisory services portfolio and driving revenue growth. Leading a dedicated team of consultants, we delivered high-caliber advisory services to clients spanning di

MIS Director

Frost Sullivan

Jul 2009 - Jan 2011 (1 year 7 months)

Supported and oversaw day-to-day operations while leading strategic projects for the organization. Directly reported to the Global Vice President of Management Information Systems (MIS) and collaborated closely with the President, Board, and Executive Committee to develop and execute technology strategies. Formulated and executed technology strategies, processes, and procedures to optimize profits in alignment with the company's objectives, customer satisfaction, and employee welfare. Developed annual MIS plans and budgets to support and enhance the company's strategic goals. Established technical and operational standards to streamline the working environment. Provided leadership in global MIS projects by chairing Global MIS standards comm

Senior Consultant

Diamond Management Technology Consultants

Jul 2005 - Jul 2009 (4 years 1 month)

Successfully oversaw projects from initial assessment through to completion, ensuring exceptional quality, adherence to timelines, and financial efficiency. Managed the implementation of technical platforms and their integration with third-party software. Directed a diverse range of projects and technologies, encompassing migrations from Domino to Exchange, NetiQ for network and server monitoring, unified messaging, EVDO deployment, Help Desk process enhancements, intrusion detection procedures and tools, and Resource Scheduler selection and deployment. Conducted organization-wide needs assessments to optimize IT services, gathering insights from senior executives and staff to align IT initiatives with their vision and expectations. Defined

Consultant

Diamond Management Technology Consultants

Jan 2002 - Jul 2005 (3 years 7 months)

Technology Lead on project; managed data quality efforts to improve data capture processes and data quality reporting. Deployed processes to assist client in populating valid data into their source system of records. Worked with a team to determine and implement a Business Intelligent Tool that best fit our client’s requirements. Liaised with key stake holders to understand processes and systems to make improvement recommendations: Project saved client over $1 million in the first quarter by providing transparency between Business and Technology; Efforts resulted in client’s promotion to Vice President and follow up work for the firm. Collaborated with client team to define corporate strategy considering business goals and strategic initiat

Network Administrator

Diamond Management Technology Consultants

Aug 1999 - Jan 2002 (2 years 6 months)

Collaborated closely with the infrastructure team to manage Windows servers, network systems, Lotus Domino, and Active Directory (AD). Took charge of server patching and upgrades, as well as overseeing user and group management within AD and Domino environments. Provided ongoing training sessions for both technical and non-technical staff. Spearheaded the planning, recommendation, and deployment of the Blackberry Enterprise Server to ensure the organization remained at the forefront of technological advancements. Facilitated end-user training for new hires and support desk personnel. Established and operated the firm's help desk, conducting trend analysis, researching best practices, and implementing procedural enhancements. Implemented the

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PC Support Technician

Rush North Shore Medical Center

Mar 1998 - Aug 1999 (1 year 6 months)

Collaborated with the network coordinator to achieve departmental goals and ensure smooth service delivery. Provided support for a user base of over 600 individuals, including installation of PC hardware and software. Expertly troubleshooted PC issues and conducted both individual and group training sessions. Contributed to network maintenance activities by setting up and configuring routers and switches. Managed NT Domain users and groups, as well as overseeing NT server builds.

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Senior Consultant

Guidetech Inc

Feb 1997 - Aug 1999 (2 years 7 months)

Offered assistance and support to clients operating in Novell, NT, and AppleTalk environments. Conducted repairs, troubleshooting, and upgrades for desktop and laptop computers. Delivered technical support and evaluated clients' technology requirements, implementing diverse technologies accordingly. Conducted training sessions for a range of Microsoft applications.

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