Rithwik Pattikonda

Y’all gotta know about Rithwik Pattikonda. This dude is the real deal, straight up. He’s a serial entrepreneur who’s been crushing it in the tech space for a minute now. Basically, he’s all about building stuff that changes the game.

Rithwik’s currently in YC’s S24 batch – so he’s fresh off the launchpad with his latest baby, Roger. That’s an AI-powered sales development platform that automates outbound sales and follow-ups. Think of it like having a smart robot that finds leads, figures out what they need, and shoots personalized messages on email and LinkedIn – all on autopilot. No bullshit, it’s about making sales teams way more fast and actually closing deals faster.

But this isn’t his first rodeo. Rithwik’s got a serious track record. He built some big-scale browser extensions before, like OctoShop, which got acquired by NYSE: IBTA, and TravelArrow, which hit over 300,000 users. The guy knows how to build tools that actually stick and create impact. He’s also the founder of CardLift, a platform that helps credit card companies become top-of-wallet. Basically, he’s been experimenting with how to use browser tech and partnerships to solve real problems for businesses and consumers alike.

What I love about Rithwik is that he’s not just jumping into things for the fame or quick wins. He’s all about creating products that actually matter, and he’s super hands-on. His team at Roger is tiny but fast – based in Bangalore – and he’s involved in both the tech and the strategy. That says a lot. He’s not just throwing ideas out there; he’s in the trenches, making sure everything works.

This guy’s process tells you a lot about his mindset. He’s driven by solving real problems with tech, not just building for the sake of it. His past shows he’s capable of scaling big ideas, and his current work with Roger proves he’s all-in on making outbound sales smarter and more automated. It’s clear he’s not stopping anytime soon – he’s got that entrepreneurial fire and a knack for turning complex ideas into actual products that crush it.

Bottom line? Rithwik Pattikonda is one of those founders you gotta watch. He’s got the experience, the hustle, and the vision to shake up how sales and tech work. The dude’s a builder, a problem-solver, and a straight-up innovator. No cap.