I'm
Bhavya Bansal
CTO, Persist Ventures & Founder, FaceSearch AI
Driving $150K+ ARR with AI-Native Products.
Journey Overview
Phase#1
2022
Phase#2
2023
Phase#3
2023
Phase#4
2024–Present
Phase #01
2022
Began hands-on work in APIs, automation, and backend systems—building the technical foundation I still use today.
Phase #02
2023
Entered the Startupthon challenge, got selected by Persist Ventures, and stepped into a high-speed startup environment.
Phase #03
2023
Designed and shipped the first version of FaceSearch, turning the project into a product and leading it as Founder/CEO.
Phase #04
2024–Present
Promoted to CTO → Scaled engineering & operations → COO/CCO → Leading operations, investors, client programs & portfolio growth
How It All Started
I never really wanted to go to college — not in the traditional sense. While everyone focused on lectures and exams, I spent most of my time learning skills that genuinely excited me. Coding. Automation. AI workflows. That's where my curiosity turned into obsession. Those early years weren't about grades — they were about building things that worked. This mindset became the foundation for everything that happened next.
Early Engineering Foundations
Telaverge Communications
At Telaverge, I worked across backend systems, automation, and cloud deployment. I automated Kubernetes workflows, built secure REST APIs, and delivered backend features using Python, FastAPI, Docker, and AWS. I also improved release performance with Docker-based testing on Linux.
HeyDaw Technologies
At HeyDaw, I led backend development for an AI Copilot. I migrated APIs to FastAPI, set up AWS CI/CD, and automated DAW workflows for faster performance. I fine-tuned GPT models, built AI features with LangChain and Pinecone, and integrated rhythm and speech-to-text APIs.
I developed core skills in backend engineering, AI pipelines, automation, and scalable systems—forming the technical base that prepared me for Persist Ventures.
(October 2023)
The Startupthon Challenge
Startupthon backed by persist ventures, is a challenge where builders pick an idea, create a prototype, record a Loom walkthrough, get feedback, iterate — and winners join Persist Ventures with equity.
My submission was FaceSearch AI.
I built it fast, refined it, and delivered something that immediately stood out.
Startupthon was the launchpad for building FaceSearch AI and stepping into high-impact leadership roles.
FaceSearch AI — From Prototype to 500,000+ Users
Growing Inside Persist Ventures
Building the Team
Building the Team
As more projects came my way, especially after building FaceSearch AI - the workload exploded. Jack (CEO) saw my consistency and told me: "Stop doing everything alone. Start hiring."
I was nervous. I worried that the team I hired might outperform or replace me. But I still did it — and it became one of the best decisions of my career.
I built a small team, taught them, guided them… And together, we delivered faster, smarter, and at a much bigger scale. That team became the base for my move into leadership roles.
CTO
CTO
I led engineering for the entire venture network.
Highlights:
COO / C-Suite Leadership
COO / C-Suite Leadership
I started overseeing operations, investors, clients, and cross-border delivery.
And during all of this… I still oversaw FaceSearch AI's growth. Product improvements, user scaling, partnerships — all managed alongside my PV responsibilities.
Project Portfolio
Harnessing AI and technology to build innovative solutions across industries
Tomorrow Ventures
AI-driven tools platform
DuckCoin
Blockchain platform with GIF ranking algorithm
House of Highways
RV navigation and planning application
818 Digital
AI insights platform
QuickPuff
E-commerce application
LinkedIn for Doctors
Professional networking platform for healthcare
DeepVid AI
AI video generation platform
SongGPT
Generative AI for music
Achievements
Recognition and certifications in technology and AI
1st Place — Hash Code 2022
Amazon ML School — National Selection
Microsoft Data Scientist (DP-100)
Azure AI Fundamentals
IBM Data Science Professional
Deep Learning Specialization
Contact
Let's connect and explore opportunities