Kartik Kakarala

Kartik is a proven Chief Executive, Investor, and Entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience building, scaling, and exiting technology companies. He has a track record of turning bold ideas into high-growth ventures across AI, SaaS, enterprise software, and data-driven platforms. As Founder and CEO, Kartik has launched and led multiple successful startups—including Halcyon Technologies, RedBumper, ECarTag, NextGenAuto (RumbleOn), and GridFirst—spanning automotive, financial services, healthcare, and emerging AI verticals. His ventures have achieved significant outcomes, including two successful exits, RedBumper’s acquisition by CDK Global, and the landmark achievement of taking RumbleOn public on NASDAQ (RMBL). Today, Kartik focuses on AI-enabled products and agentic AI systems that automate workflows, enhance decision-making, and unlock new revenue streams for enterprises. With deep expertise in AI strategy, SaaS platforms, enterprise systems, sales acceleration, and GTM execution, he continues to back and build companies positioned to disrupt their industries. Kartik is passionate about mentoring founders, helping them avoid common scaling pitfalls, and creating long-term value for both investors and customers. Founders and teams can reach him at kartik@halcyontek.com