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Gokul Mohanty (/ˈɡoʊkʊl moʊˈhɑːnti/; born 1999) is an American entrepreneur and investor. He is best known as the founder of VScale, a marketing and public relations firm that works with startups and growth-stage companies to increase market visibility, attract investors, and support client acquisition. Through VScale, Mohanty has overseen high-profile campaigns, including a crisis management initiative that resulted in a $120 million shift in market capitalization within a single day. Vogue has described him as “the most innovative marketer of his generation.”

Early Life and Education

Mohanty was born in Sept-Îles, Quebec, Canada, to Indian parents. During his childhood he lived in France and Germany before moving with his family to the United States at the age of four. He was raised in California and later studied economics and computer engineering at the University of California, San Diego. Mohanty pursued graduate studies in management and entrepreneurship at Harvard University, where he began developing the early concept for VScale.

Career

VScale

While attending Harvard, Mohanty founded VScale, a marketing and public relations firm specializing in positioning startups and growth-stage companies for fundraising, investor outreach, and client acquisition. The firm developed proprietary systems for visibility and outreach, leading to measurable results for clients.

Notably, Mohanty orchestrated a crisis management campaign that resulted in a $120 million swing in market capitalization for a client within a single day.

Investment and advisory work

Alongside his work at VScale, Mohanty is active as an angel investor. He serves on the boards of Vivamed Inc., a neurostimulation-focused medical research company, and LONCH, a social marketplace and accelerator for entrepreneurs and creators. He is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Georgia Institute of Technology’s business incubator program.

Later recognition

In 2025, Mohanty was selected as a Global Shaper by the World Economic Forum.

Other work

Mohanty’s early initiatives included founding ImmerseGT in 2022, which became recognized as one of the world’s largest hackathons. He has modeled for Nike and Khattoi. He is currently represented by The Dreamers Management and LModelz.

Personal Life

Mohanty resides in Los Angeles, California. He holds American, Canadian, and Indian citizenship.

External Links

Instagram.com/jaykrossover
LinkedIn.com/gokulmohanty
Twitter.com/jaykrossover

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-'''Gokul Mohanty''' is an Indian entrepreneur, investor, and startup advisor known for his work in the technology and venture capital sectors. He has played a pivotal role in mentoring and scaling numerous early-stage startups, particularly in the fields of software, e-commerce, and emerging technologies.
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+'''Gokul Mohanty''' (/ˈɡoʊkʊl moʊˈhɑːnti/; born 1999) is an American entrepreneur and investor. He is best known as the founder of '''VScale''', a marketing and public relations firm that works with startups and growth-stage companies to increase market visibility, attract investors, and support client acquisition. Through VScale, Mohanty has overseen high-profile campaigns, including a crisis management initiative that resulted in a $120 million shift in market capitalization within a single day. ''Vogue'' has described him as “the most innovative marketer of his generation.”
 == Early Life and Education ==
-Gokul Mohanty was born and raised in India. He pursued his higher education in business and technology, developing a strong foundation in both strategic thinking and technical execution. Details about his early academic background remain private.
+Mohanty was born in Sept-Îles, Quebec, Canada, to Indian parents. During his childhood he lived in France and Germany before moving with his family to the United States at the age of four. He was raised in California and later studied economics and computer engineering at the University of California, San Diego. Mohanty pursued graduate studies in management and entrepreneurship at Harvard University, where he began developing the early concept for VScale.
 == Career ==
-Gokul began his career in the tech ecosystem, gradually rising to prominence through his involvement in a variety of startups. He is widely recognized for his strategic insights, product development guidance, and ability to drive growth in highly competitive markets.
-Over the years, Mohanty has become a sought-after advisor and angel investor. He works closely with early-stage founders, providing mentorship on fundraising, product-market fit, and scaling operations. His hands-on approach and deep understanding of business dynamics have earned him respect across the startup community.
+=== VScale ===
+While attending Harvard, Mohanty founded '''VScale''', a marketing and public relations firm specializing in positioning startups and growth-stage companies for fundraising, investor outreach, and client acquisition. The firm developed proprietary systems for visibility and outreach, leading to measurable results for clients.
-=== '''Investment and Advisory Roles''' ===
+Notably, Mohanty orchestrated a crisis management campaign that resulted in a $120 million swing in market capitalization for a client within a single day.
-Mohanty has invested in and advised multiple startups across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. His portfolio spans sectors such as SaaS, fintech, D2C, and healthtech. He is known for identifying high-potential founders and backing them early, often before major VC interest.
-He also collaborates with accelerators and venture funds, helping source deals, support portfolio growth, and build strategic partnerships.
+=== Investment and advisory work ===
+Alongside his work at VScale, Mohanty is active as an angel investor. He serves on the boards of '''Vivamed Inc.''', a neurostimulation-focused medical research company, and '''LONCH''', a social marketplace and accelerator for entrepreneurs and creators. He is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Georgia Institute of Technology’s business incubator program.
-=== '''Reputation and Influence''' ===
+=== Later recognition ===
-Gokul Mohanty is considered a behind-the-scenes operator in the venture space—low-key but high-impact. His reputation is built on trust, clarity, and a sharp ability to identify untapped market opportunities.
+In 2025, Mohanty was selected as a '''Global Shaper''' by the World Economic Forum.
-He continues to mentor a growing network of entrepreneurs and plays a key role in the next wave of digital innovation in emerging markets.
+== Other work ==
+Mohanty’s early initiatives included founding '''ImmerseGT''' in 2022, which became recognized as one of the world’s largest hackathons. He has modeled for Nike and Khattoi. He is currently represented by The Dreamers Management and LModelz.
 == Personal Life ==
-Mohanty maintains a private personal life and prefers to let his work and results speak for themselves. He is often described as pragmatic, deeply analytical, and grounded in his approach to business and growth.
+Mohanty resides in Los Angeles, California. He holds American, Canadian, and Indian citizenship.
+== External Links ==
+* Instagram.com/jaykrossover
+* LinkedIn.com/gokulmohanty
+* Twitter.com/jaykrossover