#521: Revving Up On-Demand Transportation with Ashok Shastri

"At DriveU, trust is key. Stringent background checks and skill assessments guarantee top-notch drivers. We maintain strict standards, admitting only the best. Swiftly addressing customer feedback ensures a service you can trust."

In this episode, we explore the dynamic career journey of Ashok Shastry, a versatile professional who has worn many hats, from Co-Founder & CEO at DriveU to Event Alliances Manager at Taxiforsure.com. Ashok's diverse experiences include internships as a Leasing Consultant and Marketing Coordinator, along with a stint as a Sales Associate at T-Mobile. With a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Finance from California State University - East Bay, join us as we uncover the unique contours of Ashok's career, navigating the ever-evolving landscape of work in under a hundred words.

In this episode, Ashok Shastri shares his entrepreneurial journey from Taxi for Sure to revolutionising India's on-demand driving. Dive into the intricacies of expanding into new cities, the use of cutting-edge AI technologies, and DriveU's unwavering commitment to safety. Explore the innovative responsive system driven by customer feedback, and gain insights into the future of mobility. Don't miss this deep dive into the ethos of a company shaping the forefront of transportation innovation.

Episode Highlight

• DriveU's remarkable journey and evolution in the on-demand driving industry.
• The dynamic challenges and opportunities of operating across multiple cities.
• Financial success milestones and strategies contributing to profitability and revenue growth.
• Vision for the future of mobility services and DriveU's integral role in shaping it.

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Produced by: Priya Bhatt

Podcast Host:Archit Sethi

About Springworks:

Springworks is a fully-distributed HR technology organisation building tools and products to simplify recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention. The product stack from Springworks includes:

SpringVerify— B2B verification platform

EngageWith— employee recognition and rewards platform that enriches company culture

Trivia — a suite of real-time, fun, and interactive games platforms for remote/hybrid team-building

SpringRole — verified professional-profile platform backed by blockchain, and

SpringRecruit — a forever-free applicant tracking system.

Springworks prides itself on being an organisation focused on employee well-being and workplace culture, leading to a 4.8 rating on Glassdoor for the 200+ employee strength company.