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Unlocking Possibilities Through Passion & Expertise
Few people can wear multiple hats with ease, but Venu Rajagopalan thrives in the art of versatility. A keynote speaker who inspires, a podcaster who engages, a cricket analyst who deciphers the game, a coach who nurtures talent, and a musician who creates magic - his journey is a fusion of expertise, creativity, and impact.
Whether delivering powerful talks, breaking down the intricacies of the game, or hosting conversations that leave a lasting impression, Venu brings energy, insight, and authenticity to everything he does. With a strong specialization in AI, Marketing, Consulting, GTM, and Analytics, he brings a unique blend of strategy, innovation, and thought leadership. His ability to connect with diverse audiences—be it through words, data, strategy, or music - makes him a true force in the worlds of sports, media, technology, and the arts.
What Others Say

❝ Venu’s insights on sports analytics have been invaluable in shaping our strategy." ❞
— Dr. Atul Gaikwad
BCCI and ECB Level 4 Cricket Coach

❝ A dynamic speaker with a deep understanding of sports tech and fan engagement." ❞
— Amarnath Sindol
Sports Sponsorship & Marketing Consultant

❝ Great team player , goal oriented and bring in lot of energy. I highly recommend him for any organisation." ❞
— Naveen Ningaiah
CEO, Sports KPI

❝ Venu is a highly respected Cricket Analyst worldwide and has a brilliant understanding of Cricket." ❞
— Anthony Adams
Cricket Coach, Australia

❝ Venu is hard working, driven, accountable and is one of the most caring people I have worked with often putting others needs in front of his own." ❞
— Steve Oosterhof
Chief Commercial Officer, Photon Sports
Featured In: Media & Publications
Podcast: Host of "Cherry and Timber Talk," featuring in-depth discussions on cricket
INTERVIEWS ON OTHER PODCASTS
Steve Mackie’s ‘IN THE GAME’ Podcast interview
Ronen Ainbinder’s ‘Half-time Snacks’ Podcast
Siddharth Deshmukh’s ‘Sportsy Says’ Podcast
Radio One Mumbai interview with Hrishikesh Kannan about Catapult and Wearable Tech
Hack2Skill’s and ICC’s ‘Sports-tech industry experts’ panel discussion
Hack2Skill’s ‘How to Ace Hackathons’ Panel Discussion
Radio Dwarka’s ‘Khel aur Khiladi’ Podcast
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Speaker and moderator at industry-leading events
University of Toronto’s Performance Tech Panel (2021)
Global Soccer Conclave (2021)
LEADER'S PODCAST
Moderator for Fanisko’s Learning from Leaders podcast
WEBINAR SERIES
Moderator for Fanisko’s Webinar Series on Digital Innovations
ARTICLES & BLOGS
Published content on sports tech trends, performance analysis, and digital engagement strategies.

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