Raghu Chittimalla

President and CEO of TechStar, Raghu Chittimalla is a seasoned IT executive with over two decades of technical and leadership experience. A successful entrepreneur grounded in strong values, Raghu is a quick learner capable of taking oncomplex issues and driving them to logical resolution. He has established himself as a leader with a proven track record in planning, leading and implementing comprehensive strategies in support of business goals and objectives. He employs strong work ethics expecting the same from people heworks with.

Raghu prides in his ability to build and lead high-performance teams. His people and communication skills, along with a solid foundation in technology, enable him to be a valuable mentor, thought-leader and coach to his team. His peers and colleagues describe him as a strong team-player, constantly seeking common ground, and effective in his communication with stakeholders to coordinate overall achievement of program/project goals.

As an analytical and results-oriented executive, Raghu is adept at grasping the big picture. His ability to quickly identify problems and assimilate information allows him to develop a comprehensive vision while designing creative and effective solutions.

Raghu serves in the capacity of Advisor on the Boards of several entrepreneurial programs and venture capital funds in the Dallas area. He is also actively engaged in giving back to the community through mentoring upcoming professionals and supporting community events.