Abhishek (Abhi) Gunasekar

Abhishek (Abhi) Gunasekar is a Technology and AI Strategist in Harvard’s MS/MBA dual-degree program (Class of 2027), selected as one of just 28 candidates globally. With deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and applied AI, Abhi has led high-impact initiatives at Amazon—driving over $380MM in incremental revenue, mitigating $20MM+ in operational risk, and accelerating time-to-value through scalable systems and product innovation.

His applied work in Generative AI and LLMs spans user experience transformation, content delivery, and automation—providing him with a front-row seat to how AI is reshaping the business models of technology, media, and telecom (TMT) firms. From engineering execution to capital strategy, Abhi operates at the rare intersection of technical fluency and commercial insight.

He brings an interdisciplinary lens—grounded in engineering, AI, and business—to help clients unlock strategic value at moments of inflection and scale.

• Specializing in Finance and Strategic Management. • One of 28 candidates selected globally for Harvard’s elite dual-degree program.

• Specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. • One of 28 candidates selected globally for Harvard’s elite dual-degree program.

• Graduated with distinction in 2.5 years (vs. 4-year average). • GPA: 3.95/4.00 | Dean’s List and Semester Honors all semesters. • Top 1% of students; awarded Outstanding Service to the CS Department. • Led peer tutoring efforts impacting 1,000+ students across four core CS courses.

• Graduated summa cum laude | GPA: 4.00/4.00 unweighted, 4.50/4.00 weighted. • Academic Honor Roll (all semesters).