Business Philosophy
We are focused, goal-driven and aligned to our commitment to scale up Edu-immigration industry processes by unlocking the power of information technology and digital automation.
Our Values
Be Passionate
- We live and breathe tech
- We continuously evolve
- We are thrilled with new ideas
- We do it with passion or not at all
Be Your Own Boss
- Be decisive
- Feel the pain
- Take a responsible approach to costs
- Own your role, be accountable & deliver
Less Me & More We
- We value people over positions
- An individual can make a difference;
a team can create miracles - Lead, recognize and help others succeed
- We look out for each other through thick & thin
Optimism Above All Else
- We are believers
- Focus on the endgame
- Quitting is not something we know
- We turn our failures into opportunities
Leadership
Promoter's Message
Leadership
Promoter's Message
Being one of the leading software solutions company, we aim to change the perceptions of IT solutions. We constantly strive to develop innovative IT solutions to help businesses, across various industrial sectors, scale up their productivity, revenue and continuously experience growth.
In order to fulfil our commitment, we look for best talent who could fit in our work culture and incubate leadership qualities for constant growth of both organization and an individual.
Dharmendra PatelFounder
Dharmendra PatelFounder
He is the Strategic Advisor for KONZE Enterprise Pty Ltd. A distinguished business personality, whose career has spanned various areas starting from Education, Immigration, and IT Product Design to Distributed Systems Architecture.
Blending the perfect combination of his vision, passion, execution and strategic mindset, he established KONZE.
Depending on the type of project, the outcomes can be various – profitability, efficiency, effectiveness, visibility, market penetration, compliance, growth, and more. All of these outcomes have one common theme – being better at something in the future.
Palak ShahChief Executive Officer
Palak ShahChief Executive Officer
He is the backbone of KONZE. With 14+ years of experience, he has played a versatile role since day one. Being the thought leader, he has been known to share his technical knowledge and expertise not only in developing the products but also in marketing.
His go-getter attitude towards finding solutions has given a new direction to KONZE, ultimately leading to it becoming a recognizable brand. He is a powerful motivator and carries an amazing source of energy within, driving KONZEians to flourish and excel in every area.
Management Team
A team of thought leaders committed to taking the organization and its people to newer heights.
Nilesh Gol Chief Technical Officer
Nilesh GolChief Technical Officer
With his 21 years of experience, he is leading our technical strategy and overseeing the development and implementation of KONZE’s technology systems. He works closely with the development team to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
He helps the team utilize the technology to solve business problems and drive growth. He believes in exploring new technologies and being updated with the latest trends to move with the pace of technology advancements.
Maulik Chaudhary Chief Business Officer
Maulik ChaudharyChief Business Officer
Maulik Chaudhary is the Chief Business Officer. He studied Master of Business Information Systems from La Trobe University and is inclined to innovations in technology. He works closely with the clients, marketing team and developers, and has been involved with KONZE since its inception.
Previously, he has been engaged as a Business Analyst and skilled in Client relation, Team building and Growth Hack. He is recognised for being a resourceful problem solver, successful lead generator and effective account manager. He is a people person who enjoys making things happen, and people smile. His core belief is to start small, be consistent and grow together.
Gaurang Upadhyay Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
Gaurang UpadhyayChief Sales & Marketing Officer
He is leading the Sales and Marketing Operations of KONZE and aims to build the brand “KONZE” to the global market with its product offerings. His experience of 17+ years consists of strategic technology consulting, marketing IT products and services and leading the sales team by defining the go-to-market strategies that help in accelerating the business and revenue.
He senses the market trends and guides the team time-to-time to keep them motivated, and focused, and he empowers them with the right training and timely guidance. His passion for technology helps to build a product, deliver great customer experience and transform the way business functions for them. He believes in creating value-driven sales for KONZE products. His ability to build a strong team makes him a true leader who possesses the value of “Less me, more we”.
Michael Weir Corporate Advisor
Michael WeirCorporate Advisor
Michael Weir is a highly experienced professional with over 40 years of diverse experience in various industries, such as textiles, engineering projects, pharmaceuticals, and oil and gas. He is a postgraduate in personnel management and industrial relations. Michael’s career is built on a strong foundation of skills developed during his time in the Indian Army (Armoured Corps.). He has held key positions in reputed organizations like Reliance, Anil Starch, Zydus Cadila, and Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation.
In 2018, on his superannuation, he continued his professional journey by offering his specialized knowledge as a Corporate Advisor at KONZE INDIA PVT LTD. Utilizing his expertise, he has been instrumental in steering the organization towards expansion and progress. He maintains that passion and commitment are the key drivers for the team to consistently work towards the attainment of larger objectives.
Saji Jacob Head of Business Development and Partnership (Global)
Saji JacobHead of Business Development and Partnership (Global)
Saji Jacob, affectionately known as Saji, is a team player and people person, passionate about international education. He believes global connections and international students promote peace.
Saji joined Konze due to its focus on education agents, and he aligns with founder Dharmendra Patel’s growth vision.
Excited by Konze’s tech capabilities, Saji brings 25 years of experience from Monash University and other Australian institutions. He spent a decade as head of business development and partnerships at Cohort Go, establishing overseas/domestic markets and building global relationships with education agents. As Konze’s new head of business development and partnerships, Saji aims to make the company a market leader in international education.
