Vasu Dev Rao Aitharaju

From Strategy to Scalable Impact — Building AI-Driven Digital Products That Matter

I am a seasoned product leader with over two decades of experience in driving digital transformation, product innovation, and AI-powered growth across a wide range of industries. My journey has been shaped by a relentless focus on creating impactful solutions, scaling businesses, and delivering measurable outcomes for both startups and Fortune 500 companies.

With a background that spans fintech, eCommerce, AI, and digital health, I specialize in building and scaling innovative products from concept to market. My expertise lies in aligning product strategy with business goals, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI/ML, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

I thrive in high-impact, fast-paced environments, using a blend of design thinking, lean product management, and data-driven decision-making to unlock value and drive growth.

When I’m not shaping the future of digital products, I enjoy mentoring emerging leaders, advising startups, and exploring the intersection of technology and business.

Skills & Experience

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Market Research & Discovery
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Product Strategy

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AI & Digital Product Strategy
Lean Product Management

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Design Thinking & Agile Execution

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Product Analytics
Experimentation & A/B Testing
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Iterative Value Creation

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Go-to-Market
Product-led Growth
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Customer Journey & Funnel Optimization

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Digital Transformation
Construction Tech SaaS & Embedded Financing

Head of Product – Constrafor (Apr 2022 - Apr 2025)

At Constrafor, I led the product and design teams, collaborating closely with the CEO, CTO, CRO, Chief Credit Officer, Business Development, Customer Success, Marketing, Design, Engineering teams, and customers to drive growth and innovation. I scaled the company's SaaS platform, transforming contractor management with cutting-edge fintech solutions. Key achievements include:

  • Growing ARR from $100K to $25MM through product-led growth, customer-centric design, and streamlined onboarding, reducing the onboarding-to-payment cycle from 3 days to 4 hours.

  • Launching four successful 0-1s, including AI-powered compliance tools, subcontractor prequalification, embedded financing, and construction-first payment rails, enhancing cash flow for subcontractors and reducing project risk.

  • Improving customer retention from 89% to 95% and increasing MAUs 5X through data-driven product iterations and optimized user experiences.

Bridgewater Joy Residence

Co-designed by the world-renowned architect James Smith, our Bridgewater Joy residences offer top views of the nearby lake Michigan. Perfect for a small family, a professional couple, or anyone looking to set up a home office.

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Pleasantview Gem Inn

Not just pleasant on the outside, our Pleasantview Gem Inn properties are especially popular among families. With underground parking and floor-to-ceiling windows, there's no shortage of natural light or space.

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