Who is Kiran Gange?
Kiran Gange is a globally experienced entrepreneur, CEO, and speaker specializing in artificial intelligence, pricing strategy, and retail innovation. He is the founder of RapidPricer, an Amsterdam-based AI company focused on reducing food waste through real-time pricing solutions for retailers. His work sits at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and business performance, helping organizations unlock smarter ways to operate in a rapidly changing market.
With a career spanning more than 18 years, Kiran has built and scaled multiple ventures across continents. His entrepreneurial journey includes successful initiatives in Silicon Valley, Mexico City, Bangalore, Amsterdam, and New Delhi, giving him a rare global perspective on innovation and market dynamics.
From Consulting to Entrepreneurship
Before founding RapidPricer, Kiran launched CustoLogix in 2008, a company designed to help retailers leverage analytics and mathematical models to optimize pricing and promotions. This foundation in data-driven decision-making continues to shape his approach today.
Earlier in his career, he worked with leading consulting firms such as PwC, IBM, and Kurt Salmon. In these roles, he advised some of the world’s largest retailers, gaining deep insight into the challenges and opportunities within global retail ecosystems. This combination of consulting expertise and entrepreneurial execution allows him to bridge strategy with real-world application in his keynotes.
Driving Global Growth
In 2021, Kiran founded Global Launch Base, an internationalization consulting firm that supports European companies in expanding into new markets. Through this work, he helps businesses navigate go-to-market strategies, cross-border challenges, and scalable growth models.
His experience across diverse regions and industries makes him a strong voice on globalization, market entry, and innovation. He understands how cultural, economic, and technological factors shape business success, and he translates this understanding into clear, actionable insights for his audiences.
Speaking That Connects and Inspires
Kiran is known as a powerful speaker with the ability to engage and motivate diverse audiences. He combines sharp analytical thinking with relatable storytelling, making complex topics like AI, pricing, and international expansion accessible and relevant.
He has delivered training and lectures on entrepreneurship, pricing, and internationalization at respected institutions and organizations, including:
U.C. Berkeley in California
Dutch Basecamp in Amsterdam
Professional Pricing Society in Atlanta
Kiran has a natural ability to connect with multicultural teams and audiences. His sessions are practical, thought-provoking, and grounded in real experience, offering participants tools they can apply immediately.
Academic Background and Expertise
Kiran holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with honors from the Bangalore Institute of Technology. He later earned an MBA from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, on a full-merit scholarship.
This strong academic foundation, combined with his hands-on experience, allows him to approach business challenges with both technical precision and strategic clarity.
Topics Kiran Gange Speaks On
Kiran’s keynotes are tailored to organizations looking to innovate and grow. Popular topics include:
Artificial intelligence in retail and pricing
Reducing food waste through technology
Data-driven decision-making
Global expansion and go-to-market strategies
Entrepreneurship and scaling ventures
Book Kiran Gange for Your Event
Booking Kiran Gange means bringing in a speaker who combines global experience, entrepreneurial insight, and deep expertise in AI and pricing. His talks are engaging, practical, and designed to spark new ways of thinking.
Whether addressing leadership teams, industry conferences, or innovation-driven organizations, Kiran delivers perspectives that challenge assumptions and inspire action. He leaves audiences with a clearer understanding of how to leverage technology, rethink pricing, and build strategies that create both growth and impact.
Beyond the Stage
Outside of his professional work, Kiran enjoys photography and actively supports young entrepreneurs and startups. His passion for innovation extends beyond business, as he continues to mentor and guide the next generation of founders.
This ongoing engagement keeps his perspectives fresh, relevant, and closely connected to the realities of building and scaling ideas in today’s world.
