Akhila Deshpande

Akhila has been entered into Webster’s dictionary as the example for the word Hyper!

An accomplished communications professional with more than 10 years’ of expertise in developing and executing all aspects of PR and marketing campaigns, Akhila is responsible for strategic branding and marketing activities for both Prime and its portfolio companies. She works closely with early-stage startups and helps them with the launch, branding, media presence and initial marketing.

Prior to joining Prime, Akhila has worked with top PR agencies in India and in the UK. During her stint with Text100 India, she has handled top B2B brands including Cisco, NetApp, and Analog Devices. She has previously worked with Bite Communications in London as International Campaign Manager, where she developed and executed PR campaigns across the EMEA region for Nokia, AMD and Logica. She started her PR career in the UK with Text100 London where she devised and executed PR campaigns for NXP, MathWorks and Cadence.

Akhila loves travelling and exploring new places. She is a passionate cook and during her free time, loves to read, watch movies and play with her 4 year old.