AskLaser, a startup providing a one-stop solution to the laser technology industry has on boarded Parag Marathe as its new Co-founder. AskLaser is developing a marketplace and providing an optimised information service to buyers and sellers.

Mr. Marathe brings to his new role, a powerful combination of strategic thought leadership, a profound commitment and a deep technical vision.

Parag Marathe

An alumnus from a reputed institution like JBIMS, Mumbai and an Engineer turned marketer, Parag is a highly impressive talent, who is highly focused to deliver improved execution of one’s vision.

Also, fueled by an experience of working at Tata Steel as a Marketing Manager, Mr. Parag’s strong entrepreneurial drive and business acumen will therefore be critical to establish strong roots in the global laser market.

Parag Marathe and Jayshree Harak

Reflecting on his joining, Parag says, “I’m incredibly excited about AskLaser and its mission to leverage laser technology related knowledge and information to make laser investments and awareness accessible to people. Today, laser technology is the most cliche and promising technology of the 21st century but what’s challenging is that the market is yet to be structured. So AskLaser’s vision is exactly what our Indian Laser market needs right now. I am highly looking forward to my startup journey with Jayshree and together we are determined to change the direction of how the laser industry is dealt with in India and want to fill in that big gap prevailing in our country for the benefit of current laser manufacturers in India.”

AskLaser’s CEO and Founder, Jayshree Harak adds, “Choosing a Co-founder is the most important milestone in any startup. Finding someone with same synergy & vision is a tough thing to crack. You end up meeting the right people when it’s meant to be & great things happen! I am so excited to have Parag onboard to take AskLaser to completely new heights in the times to come. Parag & I are absolutely different personalities with different skill sets but still can bet on each other to come to a point that can make things work beautifully! So our skills compliment each other. ‘’

“I am extremely happy to announce Parag Marathe as the new Co-founder & CMO. I am sure his energy, can-do attitude and founder mentality are all goal-worthy for us to succeed in our mission and make a huge impact in the company’s future.”

Speaking on the inspiration behind joining AskLaser, Parag Marathe says, “Jayshree and I have been friends since we were sixteen and when you've known someone for more than a decade, the mutual trust and respect is a natural result of compounding in the relationship.

Also I was fascinated by looking at what Jayshree is set out to do for her niche. And having immense faith in her capabilities, here I am, partnering with her as I start my entrepreneurial journey.”

As far as scope of the laser industry is concerned, Parag believes that with paradigm shifts becoming increasingly common as we move towards technological singularity, a lot of work needs to be done to organise the manufacturing tech sectors. We'll therefore be unlocking huge value by organising the unstructured laser industry and building a strong community around it.

Accelerated by Marwari Catalysts, AskLaser and its team congratulate Mr. Parag Marathe and believe that AskLaser will grow from strength to strength under your leadership. And as the laser market is red hot, both literally and figuratively, AskLaser is well-poised to capitalise on a massive market opportunity.