This is the story of Jayavardhan B N, an entrepreneur, technologist, and ecosystem builder whose work has influenced industries from AI to education to architecture.
That vision shaped his journey from his hometown to global innovation.
Educated at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Jayavardhan B N carried his curiosity to the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). Under the guidance of Principal Scientist Ram Gopal, he honed his skills in embedded systems.
This foundational experience taught him the essence of innovation: clarity, design thinking, and system intelligence.
"Technology should empower people — not replace them."
These profound words became the guiding principle for everything he would later build, defining his commitment to human-centric innovation.
Every great story begins with a first build. For Jayavardhan, that was Hashtaag — formally KGJ Software Technologies Pvt Ltd.
Founded in 2015, Hashtaag quickly became more than just a software company; it was a dynamic launchpad. It empowered founders, transforming their nascent ideas into robust apps, compelling brands, and thriving businesses—from early-stage prototypes to products embraced by global users.
This environment fostered innovation, helping new ventures find their footing and scale their ambitions.
Within just three years, Hashtaag achieved remarkable milestones:
From concept to launch, Hashtaag developed over 30 diverse apps and digital products across various sectors, demonstrating its versatility and technical prowess.
The company successfully raised US $1 million in seed funding, a testament to investor confidence in its vision and execution capabilities.
Hashtaag cultivated one of India's most sought-after design-engineering cultures, attracting top talent and fostering a collaborative, innovative environment.
In a landmark achievement for a Tier-2-born startup, Hashtaag was acqui-hired by Biofourmis Singapore. Biofourmis, a global leader in AI-driven digital therapeutics, recognized Hashtaag's exceptional talent and technological contributions, integrating their expertise to further their global mission.
This journey showcased that world-class product engineering could truly emerge from anywhere, driven by clear vision and unwavering conviction, connecting local innovation to global impact.
After the success of Hashtaag, Jayavardhan's ambition expanded — he wanted to build a company that would define the next generation of intelligent products. That became Day One Technologies, founded in 2016 — a Product-First in an AI-First World company.
With a single belief — that design, empathy, and AI must coexist — he built Day One into one of India's most respected AI product studios.
Crafting intuitive and engaging user experiences.
Understanding human needs to build meaningful solutions.
Leveraging cutting-edge technology for intelligent products.
Scaled from a small founding team to 100+ experts across engineering, data science, and UX design.
Delivered 100+ products across FinTech, MedTech, RegTech, and Retail sectors.
Served clients across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East, making a worldwide impact.
Recognized by The Silicon Review among:
30 Best CEOs of the Year 2024 and 30 Fastest Growing Tech Companies 2024
Day One wasn't just a firm — it became a mindset. It built human-centered AI, where code met compassion, creating solutions that truly understood and served people.
In 2020, Forbes India, in collaboration with the Great Manager Institute, recognized Jayavardhan among India's Top 100 Great People Managers.
This prestigious honor celebrates leaders who excel at scaling teams through empathy, innovation, and purpose.
Leaders foster growth by understanding and responding to human needs, building strong, connected teams.
Inspiring teams to think creatively and embrace new ideas, driving progress and problem-solving.
Uniting teams under a shared vision, providing direction and meaning to collective efforts.
"Scaling teams isn't about headcount. It's about heartbeat."
This powerful recognition validated Jayavardhan's leadership philosophy: True team scaling is not merely about increasing numbers, but about nurturing the vital human connection and spirit within the organization.
He believes that the most valuable and enduring product a founder can build is a strong, vibrant culture, driven by shared values and mutual respect.
A thriving culture becomes the foundation for innovation, resilience, and sustained success. It ensures that every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their best, transforming a collection of individuals into a cohesive, high-performing unit.
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With education always close to his heart, Jayavardhan saw how technology could shape industries and wanted to empower people, especially students. This vision led to the founding of Right Angle (Rightangle.education) — an AI-driven hybrid learning company dedicated to preparing learners for the skills and mindset of the future.
Right Angle launched India's first "AI for Kids" program, introducing school students to coding, logic, and creativity through engaging Python and block-based learning modules.
The initiative rapidly expanded into physical Skill Centers, offering hands-on learning in AI, robotics, design, carpentry, and a variety of creative arts, fostering diverse talents.
Today, Right Angle operates through B2B partnerships with schools and colleges, and B2C channels for skill centers and online learners, all united by a profound belief:
"Every child deserves access to the tools that shape tomorrow."
Right Angle continues to pioneer a comprehensive 360° skill framework, seamlessly blending education, empathy, and AI to create a progressive blueprint for India's future classrooms.
After reshaping education, Jayavardhan turned his attention to another fragmented industry — architecture and construction. He saw the same problem everywhere: talent existed, but connections didn't. Brands, designers, and clients were working in silos. The answer became Lighthouse (LH InfraMesh Pvt Ltd) — a next-generation AI-powered ecosystem for architects, designers, and material sourcing.
Under his leadership, Lighthouse is evolving from an idea into India's most trusted digital hub for the built environment — a platform where creativity meets commerce and data drives design.
"Architecture is not just about building spaces — it's about building ecosystems."
Tagline: The Brighter Side of Architecture.
Across every company — Hashtaag, Day One, Right Angle, and Lighthouse — one philosophy remains constant:
Empowering teams before scaling operations.
Using AI as a creative amplifier, not an automation engine.
Rooting innovation in empathy, sustainability, and human value.
Building from India for the world — proving that meaningful innovation knows no geography.
"True leadership is about creating momentum that outlives the founder. Innovation becomes legacy when it becomes culture."
Top 100 Great People Managers.
30 Best CEOs of the Year 2024.
Entrepreneur India, YourStory, Yahoo News, and The Silicon Review.
AI, EdTech, and startup ecosystems across India and abroad.
Jayavardhan frequently speaks at:
"I don't just want to build companies. I want to build movements that outlast me."
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jayavardhanbn
Email: jay24dj@gmail.com
Publications: Entrepreneur India | YourStory
"True innovation is born when technology serves humanity — with integrity, imagination, and purpose."
A Journey of Purpose, Product, and People