About

Monte Thakkar is a highly accomplished and experienced software engineer with a passion for making a positive impact on the world. As the Co-Founder and CTO of Kandou, he is dedicated to simplifying and socializing the process of volunteering. Kandou is a platform that matches volunteers with opportunities in their area and connects them with like-minded individuals. Monte is committed to helping people give back to their communities and make a difference. Prior to founding Kandou, Monte worked as a Software Engineer at Expedia and Pillow. Pillow, a technology-driven hospitality company, was acquired by Expedia Group in 2018. At Pillow, Monte was part of a team that disrupted an archaic industry by providing a collaborative solution and revenue share program between multi-family building management and residents. He helped develop an innovative platform that provided the legal framework and full suite of management and support services to legally host guests with ease and security. Monte has a strong educational background in computer science, with a Bachelor's degree from San Francisco State University and an Associate's degree from Foothill College. He has also completed a course in iOS Development from Codepath. Monte has over 7 years of relevant experience in senior software engineering and software engineering roles. He is skilled in a variety of tech stacks and is always eager to learn new technologies and tools. Monte is a visionary leader who is passionate about using technology to make a positive impact on the world. He is a problem solver who is always looking for new and innovative ways to make a difference. Monte is a team player who is dedicated to working with like-minded individuals to create positive change. He is a natural leader who inspires and motivates those around him to achieve their best. With his strong technical skills, passion for volunteering, and dedication to making a difference, Monte Thakkar is a valuable asset to any team.