Ashish Sandhu
Building impactful digital solutions at the intersection of AI and financial technology.
2x Exited Founder & AI Specialist with expertise in creating intelligent systems and scalable solutions that transform visions into impactful digital experiences.
Exited Founder
Websites Created
Monthly Organic Traffic
Team Members Led
About Me
I'm a 2x exited founder and AI & automation specialist with expertise in building scalable digital solutions that solve real-world problems.
My Story
With a distinguished academic background featuring a Master's in Marketing from the University of Liverpool and a Bachelor's in Information Technology, I bring a unique blend of technical and marketing expertise to every project.
My professional journey includes founding and successfully exiting two ventures, including GeeksULTD, a tech media platform that scaled to over 10M monthly visitors, and ASNS Media, where I led a team of 30+ professionals creating digital solutions for enterprises.
Currently, I'm focused on revolutionizing financial guidance for students through Scholar Saver, leveraging AI and automation to create intuitive financial management tools with proven success through beta testing with 100+ users.
My approach combines technical innovation with strategic vision, allowing me to design systems that not only solve current challenges but anticipate future needs in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Skills & Expertise
Professional Journey
From founding successful tech ventures to leading development teams and optimizing server architectures
Co-Founder
Scholar Saver
Apr 2024 - Present
Building an AI-driven financial guidance system with automated finance management tracker and price comparison tool. Implementing data sets for training AI with deep understanding of consumer behavior. Successfully tested with 100+ beta users.
Key Achievements
- Successfully tested with 100+ beta users
- Implemented AI-driven financial guidance system
- Developed automated finance management tracker
Software Engineer
Flatdot Marketing
Jan 2023 - Apr 2024
Handled 10+ clients for various projects. Fixed security bugs and unidentifiable code errors. Built websites and PHP modules. Implemented technical SEO and optimized web applications based on WordPress, Shopify, and PHP. Developed custom theme PHP for clients increasing e-commerce sales by 20%. Increased website speed to 100 GSC for 5+ clients.
Key Achievements
- Increased e-commerce sales by 20%
- Improved website speed to 100 GSC for 5+ clients
- Fixed critical security vulnerabilities
Co-Owner
GeeksULTD
Oct 2015 - Dec 2023
Managed backend servers on AWS with over 10M monthly traffic spikes. Completed setup from scratch and migrated from Apache to Nginx (reverse proxy) and Litespeed with CDN setup. Handled server-side logic and MySQL database integration. Achieved 140% increase in organic traffic with technical SEO and keyword research.
Key Achievements
- Achieved 140% increase in organic traffic
- Managed 10M+ monthly traffic spikes
- Migrated and optimized server infrastructure
Co-Founder
ASNS Media Private Limited
Aug 2018 - Apr 2022
Managed a team of 30+ people including software developers and content marketers. Created 100+ websites. Developed custom scripts and software for automation and AI solutions. Optimized server operations for 32+ businesses. Generated 10M monthly organic users. Handled 15,000+ concurrent real-time users.
Key Achievements
- Led team of 30+ professionals
- Generated 10M monthly organic users
- Handled 15,000+ concurrent users
Web Developer
3Columns
Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
Created visually appealing and user-friendly websites using PHP and Nginx (reverse proxy). Installed security certificates and tightened security policies. Handled server-side logic and MongoDB database integration. Grew technical updates from zero to 10,000 visits/month in 6 months. Increased average SEO CTR for 20 keywords from 10% to 35%.
Key Achievements
- Grew traffic to 10,000 visits/month
- Increased SEO CTR from 10% to 35%
- Implemented robust security measures
International Student Ambassador
University of Liverpool
Nov 2022 - Jan 2024
Provided guidance to prospective international students through SEO-optimized blogs and live chat. Assisted in organizing and promoting campus events and activities. Gained understanding of student challenges on campus. Participated in video/photo shoots for university promotional marketing materials.
Key Achievements
- Created SEO-optimized content
- Organized successful campus events
- Contributed to marketing materials
Founding Journey
A showcase of the companies I've founded, built, and successfully exited, each representing a chapter in my entrepreneurial story.
Current Venture
Scholar Saver
Co-founded in April 2024, Scholar Saver is revolutionizing financial guidance for students and young professionals in the United Kingdom through AI-driven solutions.
Building core functionalities with AI-driven financial guidance system
Developing automated finance management tracker and price comparison tool
Implementing data sets for AI training with deep understanding of consumer behavior
Successfully tested with 100+ beta users, continuously refining the platform
Previous Ventures
GeeksULTD
Exited 2023Co-founded and managed a tech media platform that reached over 10M monthly traffic at its peak, focusing on server architecture and technical SEO optimization.
ASNS Media Private Limited
Exited 2022Led a team of 30+ professionals, developed custom software solutions and created 100+ websites while managing server operations for 32+ businesses.
Chai Sutta Cafe
Exited 2022Co-founded and operated a physical cafe business, gaining valuable experience in brick-and-mortar operations, customer service, and physical business management.
Entrepreneurial Philosophy
"I build solutions that leverage the power of artificial intelligence and automation to solve real-world problems. My approach combines technical expertise with strategic vision to create scalable digital products that drive meaningful impact."
Tech Expertise
My perspectives on AI, automation, digital marketing, and emerging technologies based on hands-on experience building scalable solutions.
AI & Automation
Developing intelligent systems that leverage machine learning for predictive analytics and process automation.
Server Architecture
Optimizing server performance to handle millions of concurrent users with secure, scalable infrastructure.
Marketing Technology
Implementing data-driven marketing strategies with SEO optimization for maximum engagement and conversion.
University of Liverpool
Master's Degree, Marketing
Specialized in cutting-edge marketing strategies and consumer behavior analysis. Dissertation focused on Web 4.0 in Marketing, exploring its impact on marketing practices and consumer engagement.
2022 - 2023
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Bachelor's Degree, Information Technology
Comprehensive technology education with focus on AI, cryptography, and network security. Developed a project on enhancing warehouse safety and security using AI with Python and Raspberry Pi.
2016 - 2020
Strategic Initiatives & Notable Works
A collection of innovative projects, technical achievements, and notable accomplishments that showcase my expertise and entrepreneurial mindset.
Key Accomplishments
Automated Content Distribution System
In 2017, developed an automated content distribution system that leveraged APIs and scheduling tools to publish articles across multiple platforms. This innovation increased content reach by 300% and significantly boosted website engagement, laying the foundation for scalable digital marketing operations.
Automation • API Integration • Digital Marketing
Self-Financed Education Through Digital Enterprise
Managed a portfolio of over 50 websites during university, generating more than $200,000 in revenue. This entrepreneurial venture fully covered tuition and living expenses through strategic application of technical skills and marketing expertise.
Digital Entrepreneurship • Self-Funding • Strategic Management
Technical Projects
Developed a sophisticated content generation system that evolved through multiple iterations from 2019-2024. Started with Meta's fastText, BERT, and GPT-2; upgraded to GPT-3, then GPT-3.5 Turbo with Google API integration for web searches. The latest version utilizes LLAMA3.1 for cost-effective content generation and includes a Streamlit interface for keyword-specific content generation, article rewriting, and WordPress auto-publishing.
An application designed to enhance ideation processes across development, design, and conceptual thinking. The tool helps users generate, organize, and expand ideas through an intuitive interface, streamlining creative workflows and enabling more efficient brainstorming sessions for individuals and teams.
Developed an application that automates video creation from text inputs or keywords using Jasper AI. The system features automated production workflows, customization options, and streamlined publishing capabilities, enabling efficient content creation for digital marketing and social media campaigns.
Social Media Post Generator
Created a backend application that identifies trending articles using newspaper3k and Pytrends, summarizes content, and converts it into engaging social media posts. Uses GPT for rewriting to ensure originality and avoid plagiarism.
2022
Ethereum Mining Setup
Engaged in cryptocurrency mining operations, implementing comprehensive solutions from hardware configuration of graphic cards to OS setup and mining software optimization. Focused on maximizing efficiency and profitability through calculation optimizations.
2021
Interactive Robot
Built a sophisticated robot powered by Raspberry Pi 3 with capabilities for speech recognition, natural interaction, and visual recognition. Connected to the internet to retrieve and provide information in response to queries.
2017
Magic Mirror
Developed an innovative Magic Mirror using Raspberry Pi that displays real-time weather forecasts, news updates, calendar events, and time information. The system remains in active use, demonstrating its practical and sustainable design.
2020
Awards & Recognition
Enterprise & Business Achievement
- University of Liverpool Enterprise FundLiverpool, United Kingdom, 2024
- KQ Liverpool Office SpaceLiverpool, United Kingdom, 2024
- Agent Academy Marketing Your Business MasterclassLiverpool, United Kingdom, 2024
Academic Excellence
- Distinction on Dissertation: The Impact of Web 4.0 on Digital MarketingUniversity of Liverpool, 2023
- First Prize in Academic Based Treasure HuntUniversity of Liverpool, 2022
- Web Synth 1.0 Website Design Competition WinnerIMSEC Ghaziabad, India, 2018
Competitive Gaming
- Top 5% in CS2 GloballyCounter-Strike 2, 2024
- First Rank at Multiple Intercollege Counter Strike CompetitionsABESEC, RKGIT, IMSUC, IMSEC - Ghaziabad, India, 2018-2019
Technical Competitions
- First Rank at Intercollege Coding CompetitionIMSEC Ghaziabad, India, 2018
Early Achievements
- English Olympiad Gold Medal (49th Rank in India)Bikaner, Rajasthan, India, 2012
- District Level Chess PlayerBikaner, Rajasthan, India, 2010-2011
- First in School Level ChessBikaner, Rajasthan, India, 2011
Volunteering Initiatives
Contributing technical expertise to non-profit organizations and community initiatives that drive positive change and social impact.
Technical Team Member
Khalsa Help Foundation
- Assisted with social media handle management
- Created YouTube thumbnails for outreach videos
- Implemented donation links and bank integration systems
Senior Web Application Developer
Give Me Trees Trust
- Maintained and handled visitors including server scaling
- Reworked server architecture for improved performance
- Recovered hacked websites, removed malware and implemented SSL
Environment
Technical Developer
Learn Gita Live Gita
- Supported ISKCON team at IIT Kanpur for yearly events
- Scaled AWS Server for 100+ concurrent users on web app
- Fixed security protocols that were leaking data from S3 Bucket
- Reduced server costs by 70% through optimization
Education
"I believe that technical skills are most valuable when they can be used to create positive change in the world. These volunteer initiatives have allowed me to contribute to causes I care about while applying my expertise in meaningful ways."
Latest Insights
Exploring the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and digital innovation through in-depth articles and thought leadership.
Strategic Correspondence
For executive partnerships, speaking engagements, and strategic collaborations.
Direct Correspondence
"I'm selective about the projects I undertake, focusing on initiatives where technological innovation can drive significant social or commercial impact. I look forward to exploring how we might collaborate."