Hi, I’m Kedar Kekan — a builder at heart with 18+ years of hands-on experience across core hardware, cloud software, and now, Generative AI systems. I’ve worked with fast-scaling startups, led high-performance engineering teams, and now channel my energy into solving real-world problems through elegant, scalable tech. Currently, I head the engineering organization at Monaire, a US–based startup where we build smart HVAC management systems and energy optimization tools. I also advise businesses to build products from the ground up or extend engineering bandwidth with expert teams. Whether you’re a founder looking for an MVP, an engineer aiming to break into AI, or a team struggling to scale clean software, I can help. ⸻ 🔧 What I Can Help With • Generative AI Integration: From OpenAI to fine-tuned models, I help startups add meaningful AI into their products. • MVP Planning & Technical Architecture: Reduce your time-to-market with lean, scalable product plans. • Engineering Team Structuring: Hire right, set up process, and scale delivery. • Product Thinking for Engineers: Learn to build with empathy, speed, and purpose. • Career Mentorship (Tech/Product): Honest feedback and direction for PMs, engineers, and founders.