Bakstage
OUR PURPOSE

Our Vision & Mission

Seamless AI-Human Collaboration

We aim to transform sales and customer service by turning websites into dynamic conversation hubs through AI Powered Customer Engagement and seamless video handoffs. By uniting AI's efficiency with human empathy, we're redefining customer engagement.

AI-First Customer Experience

At Bakstage.AI, we see every customer interaction as a chance for genuine connection and growth. By combining the naturalness of AI Powered Customer Engagement with human expertise, we're creating exceptional experiences that drive real business success.

Innovation with Purpose

We're driven by innovation, excellence, and a commitment to creating lasting value for our customers, partners, and team through breakthrough AI Powered Customer Engagement technology.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Meet Our Founders

Visionary leaders with proven track records in building and scaling successful AI Powered Customer Engagement and technology companies

Shashank Singh

Shashank Singh

Founder & CEO

A serial entrepreneur and seasoned tech leader. He has played pivotal roles in building successful B2B and SaaS companies, including Flurry (acquired by Yahoo) and RUN Ads (acquired by Publicis). With a background in engineering and an MBA from NYU Stern, Shashank is a highly sought-after speaker, Forbes contributor, and mentor to numerous startups. His career includes experience at several Wall Street banks, including Goldman Sachs. In his leisure time, he enjoys motorcycle riding and sharing new ideas on his podcast.

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Anuj Katiyar

Anuj Katiyar

Co-Founder & CTO

Anuj Katiyar is a seasoned tech leader with over a decade of experience in technical leadership, specializing in AI/ML technologies and AI Powered Customer Engagement systems. He has played pivotal roles in driving innovation and solving complex challenges through his expertise in conversational AI and natural language processing. Anuj's proficiency in cloud and system design, particularly with AWS and GCP, has enabled him to design scalable, high-availability AI Powered Customer Engagement architectures that meet the demands of modern enterprises.

INVESTORS & ADVISORS

Investors & Advisors

Backed by industry leaders and seasoned entrepreneurs who believe in our vision to transform customer communication through AI Powered Customer Engagement

Michael Zakkour

Michael Zakkour

Founder / Managing Director

5 New Digital / SellSide Group, USA

Jennifer Johnson

Jennifer Johnson

Founder

Moreton Bay Advisory

Brian Hopkins

Brian Hopkins

CBO

Publicis Group, USA

Adam Caplan

Adam Caplan

Founder & GP

Jumpspace Ventures

Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Co-Founder & CIO

Param Hansa Values, USA

Fred Joachim

Fred Joachim

Co-Founder & Partner

Greenfire Payment Solutions

Lloyd Mathias

Lloyd Mathias

World's Top Marketer

Ex-PepsiCo, Motorola, Tata, HP - APAC

Sean Byrnes

Sean Byrnes

Serial Entrepreneur

Flurry (acq. by Yahoo), Outlier.AI - USA

Julie Coin

Julie Coin

Strategy, COO

Ex-President – DriveWealth, Ex-COO E*Trade, USA

Carlos Oviedo

Carlos Oviedo

Tech Investor, CRO

ISITA, Green Fund - LATAM

Sanchit Sharma

Sanchit Sharma

Partner and Advisor

Namaste Group, USA

Renee Leibler

Renee Leibler

VC Investor

Harmonic Chain Digital, USA

Join our growing network of investors and advisors who are shaping the future of AI Powered Customer Engagement

CORE VALUES

What Drives Us

The principles that fuel our innovation, shape our culture, and define our commitment to transforming how businesses engage with their customers.

Innovation in Customer Engagement

We believe meaningful conversations are the foundation of lasting relationships. Our AI-powered engagement platform makes every interaction feel personal, natural, and authentic—like connecting with someone who truly understands you.

Human–AI Collaboration

AI should amplify human potential, not replace it. Our platform creates seamless collaboration between artificial intelligence and human expertise, delivering customer experiences that are both efficient and deeply human.

Obsessed with Customer Success

Every interaction we enable is designed to elevate customer experience and drive measurable business impact. Your growth and success through AI-powered engagement is the metric that matters most to us.

Democratizing AI Engagement

Our mission is to make advanced AI-powered engagement accessible to organizations of all sizes, across industries and geographies—transforming the way the world connects with customers.

Ready to Transform Your Customer Experience with AI Powered Customer Engagement?

Join thousands of businesses already using our AI Powered Customer Engagement platform to deliver exceptional customer service, increase conversions, and build stronger relationships through natural conversations.