AI Startup Zithara.AI Appoints Ravi Bhushan Ojha To Lead Retail AI Innovation

Zithara.AI, an AI startup based in Hyderabad, has named Ravi Bhushan Ojha as its new Vice President of Product Engineering.

In this role, Ravi will work on improving the company’s technology, focusing on customer acquisition, engagement, support automation, personalization, and real-time decision-making.

Ravi is an experienced tech leader with over 14 years in enterprise software, cloud systems, and AI-based SaaS products. He previously held leadership roles at Caliber Technologies, where he helped build large-scale platforms and led digital innovation.

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Varun Kashyap, Co-founder of Zithara.AI, remarked, “Ravi’s arrival marks a new chapter in our growth story. His engineering depth and innovative mindset align perfectly with our mission to build practical, AI-first systems that help offline first omnichannel Retailers thrive in the next era of AI-enabled digital world.” 

Sridevi Reddy, Co-founder of Zithara.AI, added, “As we expand from Hyderabad to international markets, Ravi will be instrumental in shaping products that understand the real-time needs of everyday businesses. Our vision is to bring intelligent engagement to the forefront — whether it's a boutique jeweler, a neighborhood salon, or a growing retail chain.” 

Ravi Bhushan Ojha said, "Zithara represents a rare and exciting opportunity to bring cutting-edge technology to sectors often overlooked in the digital transformation narrative. What drew me to Zithara is its bold yet clear vision — to place intelligent engagement at the core of everyday businesses, not just large enterprises. I’m especially inspired by the company’s focus on grassroots innovation — empowering jewelers, salon owners, and local entrepreneurs with AI solutions that are human, adaptive, and actionable. These are the businesses that form the economic backbone of our communities, and they deserve tools that are simple, powerful, and designed for real-world impact."

"As we build for scale, my focus will be on crafting technology that blends engineering excellence with intuitive design — products that are easy to adopt and make a difference right where it matters: at the counter, on the floor, and in every customer interaction," Ojha added.

About Zithara.AI 

Founded in 2021 by Sridevi Reddy and Varun Kashyap, the Hyderabad-based Zithara.AI is working to transform offline retail by helping local Indian businesses use smart AI technology. 

Its all-in-one platform brings together lead management, customer insights, voice analytics, and multi-channel communication. This helps businesses boost sales, run personalized marketing, and build stronger connections with customers.

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