About

Harshad Walhekar is a dynamic and driven entrepreneur with a passion for helping students and professionals relocate internationally and domestically. As the Founder and CEO of Edapt, he has built a thriving community of over 90,000 users from 170+ countries who are planning to study and work abroad. Harshad's vision for Edapt is to create a platform that connects like-minded individuals and service providers, making it easier for them to arrive and settle into their new environment hassle-free. With a smart matchmaking algorithm, Edapt ensures that its users are connected with the right people and services that meet their specific needs. Prior to founding Edapt, Harshad was the Director of Know Hassles, where he provided assistance to Indian students moving to Toronto, ON in their post-landing challenges. He also worked as a Sales Associate at Glentel Inc. Harshad's educational background includes a Startup School Graduate degree from Y Combinator, a Certification in Entrepreneurship from Harvard University, and a Global Business degree from Humber College. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Mumbai and a High School Certification in Computer Science from the same institution. With 3.76 years of relevant experience, Harshad is a seasoned entrepreneur with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by students and professionals relocating abroad. He is dedicated to using his expertise to make the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible for his users.