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Prasad Gundumogula

CEO and Founder

Mondee

Prasad Gundumogula, renowned for his penchant for innovation, stands as a cross-industry leader in technology, a serial entrepreneur, and a visionary. In 2011, he founded Mondee, his latest venture, following the success of three previous ventures that revolutionized systems used by renowned brands such as Mercedes Benz and Lowe’s. Setting his sights on modernizing B2B travel through technology and addressing contemporary socio-dynamics, Prasad embarked on a mission to defragment the travel industry, long dominated by legacy players and outdated technology. Despite encountering numerous hurdles, his steadfast determination centralized and united over 65,000 travel affiliates, experts, agents, influencers, gig workers, and creators worldwide under Mondee, catering to over 125 million travelers. Through strategic acquisitions, including seven during the global pandemic and the recent purchase of Orinter, a leading Brazilian travel wholesale provider, Prasad expanded Mondee’s reach and offerings, likening his impact to the transformation Microsoft brought to personal PCs in the 1990s. Today, headquartered in Austin, Texas, Mondee is a $3 billion travel marketplace and leading technology company listed on NASDAQ under the MOND ticker symbol. Prasad’s leadership serves as a beacon of inspiration for entrepreneurs, showcasing his ability to pioneer tailored solutions and drive tangible results, ultimately shaping the future of industries through innovation and foresight.