Vik Chadha is a founder, operator, and investor who combines hands-on operational experience with a passion for the arts. As the founder of Artists Village, he's on a mission to make local art scenes visible and accessible to a global audience.
With a background spanning SaaS, AI, and creative technology, Vik brings an entrepreneurial lens to the art world. He's the Co-Founder of UnifyCX (6,000+ employees), Co-Founder of Backupify (acquired by Datto, IPO 2020), and Founder & CEO of Scalable Ventures, where he's invested in 15+ companies across SaaS, AI, healthcare, and creative sectors.
Vik holds an MS in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech and a B.E. in Electronics and Communications from Manipal Institute of Technology. When not building companies, he's exploring gallery districts, photographing street art, and discovering emerging artists in cities around the world.
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