In today's episode of Telugu Connects - Growth Podcast, we sit down with Aditya Siripragada, Co-Founder and CEO of Fountane LLC, for an in-depth discussion on the evolution of India's IT industry and its future trajectory, in conversation with Vamsi Giduthuri, CMO of AutuX.
Aditya shares key moments that shaped the industry, from the impact of liberalization to the rise of Hyderabad as an IT hub. He provides eye-opening insights into the American Dream, the consulting business model, and the pivotal role India plays in the global tech ecosystem.
We covered topics such as:
• The Y2K boom and its transformative effect on India's IT sector
• How Hyderabad became a tech powerhouse
• The aspirations of India's middle class and their role in this revolution
• India's contribution to keeping the world running-"US keeps India's lights on"
• The consulting business model and its revenue engine
• The rise of AI: How it's reshaping jobs and the future of Hyderabad's workforce
• The enduring impact of Trump-era policies on India's tech landscape
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Aditya Siripragada, packed with insights, real-world examples, and actionable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals.
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Teaser
01:38 Introduction
02:28 Start of Podcast
03:28 1991 is when India truly got independence
09:00 Rajiv Gandhi assassination
12:50 1991 Liberalisation Act
18:00 Year 2000 - Y2K & .com effect
24:40 Start of IT in India
27:10 IT companies in Hyderabad vs Bangalore
29:46 Role of Chandrababu Naidu Garu in IT
38:35 MNC’s investing in Hyderabad
43:00 American dream to telugu people
50:20 Why entry level IT salaries are not
growing
55:30 Entry level salaries in USA
57:24 Message to today’s graduates
59:39 US masters ki telugu vala entha evaru
Velatlee?
1:05:30 Indian American & USA median income$
1:13:50 By product of IT revolution
1:17:28 US GDP by industry
1:20:05 Consulting business model
1:32:21 Layoffs in IT industry
1:40:00 AI agents in IT
1:44:07 Trump affect to telugu people
1:52:08 Thank you
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Guest Social Handles:
Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/adityasiripragada/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dealzman/
Twitter- https://x.com/dealzman_
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