Abhinav Shashank’s Post

Celebrating the land of the free, the home of the brave, and the cradle of innovation As we celebrate the 4th of July, I find myself reflecting on my journey to this land of opportunity. Like many before me, I arrived on these shores as an immigrant, my heart brimming with hopes and dreams. The path wasn't always easy, but it was full of possibilities, and that is the very essence of what America has always represented. Coming from India, the world's largest democracy, I've been continually amazed by the parallels between our nations. The shared values of freedom, the burning ambition to succeed, and the liberty to voice our thoughts and become whoever we aspire to be — these similarities are not just striking, they're profoundly inspiring. For someone like me, who has always been captivated by ideas and technology, America is more than a country — it's a canvas with infinite potential. Here, the notion that you can change the world with a single idea isn't just a dream; it's a daily reality. From Silicon Valley to Wall Street, from small-town startups to global corporations, people are actively reshaping our future. This relentless pursuit of innovation is the beating heart of America that propels it forward. But what truly sets America apart is not just the freedom to innovate, but the collaborative spirit that fuels this innovation. It's a place where diversity is not just accepted but celebrated, where different perspectives come together to create something greater than the sum of its parts. This melting pot of cultures, ideas, and dreams is the secret sauce that makes American innovation truly exceptional. As we gather with family and friends to commemorate this day, let's take a moment to appreciate the journey that brought us here. Whether your ancestors arrived on the Mayflower, or you're a recent immigrant like me, we are all part of this great American story. Let's recommit ourselves to the ideals that have made this nation a beacon of hope for so many. Let's continue to dream big, work hard, and support each other. In doing so, we honor the spirit of those who came before us and pave the way for those who will follow. Today, as fireworks light up the sky, let's honor and remember those who paved the path for the bright future we're building together. A future where innovation knows no bounds, where dreams are limited only by our imagination, and where the promise of America continues to shine brightly for all. Happy Independence Day, America! Let's celebrate the land of the free, the home of the brave, and the cradle of innovation. May we continue to inspire the world with our courage, our creativity, and our unwavering belief in the power of ideas to change the world. #IndependenceDay #AmericanDream #Innovation #Diversity #Entrepreneurship

Very accurately put by Jyotika Gupta #EnterpriseSoftware and #Hardware are having a moment. z21 Ventures Jyotika Gupta Raj Shekhar Singh https://lnkd.in/gb8cjggG

For many, workplaces are like a second home. But do all feel equally valued, heard and accepted? In a recent Pride Month podcast, I joined a diverse panel to discuss the challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community and their journey towards equality. Here is my take on reshaping workplaces to be more inclusive. Your perspective matters – I'd love to hear your thoughts! Daryl Sneed | Megan Walker | Maura Foley | Jennifer Trevino Thanks Satyajit M. Menon Amy Stevens #Diversity #Inclusion #Equality #WorkplaceCulture #PrideMonth #Allyship #Leadership

Super warm welcome to Abhay P. who has joined Innovaccer as our new SVP of Product! Abhay will be at the helm of our product strategy, operations, and execution, bringing with him a wealth of experience from industry giants like Meta Cisco Nuance Communications Sparkcentral by Hootsuite and others. His track record of scaling products from $100M to $1B is truly impressive, and his ability to challenge the status quo and navigate market leadership is exactly what we need to drive Innovaccer to new heights. Over the past decade, he has been at the forefront of #AI, #digitaluserengagement, and #SaaS, pushing the boundaries of innovation and product differentiation. At Meta he spearheaded consumer-to-business messaging products on Instagram and Messenger for Business impacting hundreds of millions of users and businesses daily. At Nuance Communications he led the Intelligent Engagement product portfolio, pioneering the market-leading Conversational AI platform and Nuance Agent AI, a co-pilot for contact center agents. Whether at startups like Sparkcentral or industry leaders like Cisco Systems, Abhay has always been driven by a desire to create value and alleviate end-user pain through better-imagined and better-designed solutions. His vision and expertise will undoubtedly propel Innovaccer forward as we continue to revolutionize the healthcare industry. Welcome aboard, Abhay! We are thrilled to have you with us and look forward to achieving great things together. 🚀 #WelcomeAbhay #Innovaccer #Leadership #Innovation #AI #ProductManagement

Super fun event by z21 Ventures and SVB. Jyotika and Raj, summed up Anshu's and my fun conversation pretty well here. Thanks to Atal Jugal and Jyotika for having me Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur #kgpkatempohighhai.

I think the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) needs to level the playing field a lot more to drive faster innovation for our communities of care. Very insightful post by Ankit Maheshwari

Very Proud of Jyotika Gupta talking about how women are going to take all of us into the future. Looking forward to watching this on CNBC-TV18 with Shereen Bhan Priya Ramachandran Prukalpa ⚡ and Kirthiga Reddy #gopowerpuffgirls

Really love how #InCare is evolving into one of the most advanced AI enabled Care Management + Disease Management + Remote Patient Monitoring solution across the country. We hope using #UnifiedHealthData and #AI we can help manage health risks much more proactively. Thanks to our amazing customers for all the feedback to help us become better everyday. Innovaccer Rakshay Jain Aakanksha Saini

Very excited about Raj Shekhar Singh and Jyotika Gupta building one of the most amazing operator and community led fund for purposeful companies and founders. Love that we finally have more VCs with less Patagonia Vests and with more battle scars as fashion 😛 More power to you all! z21 Ventures