The Job
I first felt the weight of visa complexities while planning a five-country work trip when I was working at Pinterest in the US. As the only Indian on my team, I spent hours submitting the same documents for multiple visas, while my American colleagues travelled effortlessly. That frustration led me to build a simple tool for myself — a place to upload documents once and be visa-ready for any destination.
Soon, friends wanted to use it, and word spread. What began as a personal fix grew into something bigger. That’s how Atlys was born — out of a desire to make travel easier for everyone, no matter their passport. Today, I’m focused on simplifying every step of the visa process, removing barriers so people can explore the world without the stress.
The Weekdays
My weekdays revolve around understanding the market and truly listening to what travellers need. Every visa has its own set of requirements, and at Atlys, we aim to productise each step of the application process. I spend most of my time brainstorming solutions that address customers’ challenges — whether that’s avoiding simple pitfalls like an incorrect photo (we even built an in-app tool to help with that) or tackling bigger bottlenecks or just building tools for customer delight. It all comes down to preventing the smallest mistakes from ruining big travel plans. Beyond visas, we’re also expanding into areas like eSIMs, forex, and travel insurance, so travellers can rely on a single, seamless platform for everything they need.
The Weekend
I use weekends to plan for the week ahead — reflecting on ideas, making exploratory calls, and setting clear goals.
The Toys
As for gadgets, I use a posture corrector — a compact device worn around the neck. It helps me maintain good posture by sending gentle vibrations whenever I start to slouch. On a different note, I’m deeply passionate about robotics. Along with some friends, I’ve been working on building a robotic arm designed to serve coffee and snacks.
The Logos
When it comes to brands, I don’t prioritise specific labels. Instead, I gravitate towards streetwear.