Top Skills
O1 Visa Recipient
Awarded an O1 visa, signifying extraordinary ability in the field of business/logistics.
ISM 30 Under 30 Honoree
Recognized as an ISM 30 Under 30 honoree for significant contributions to the supply chain profession.
Global Supply Chain Management
Possesses over 10 years of experience reshaping global supply chains across various sectors like ocean carriers, freight, trucking, ports, and shippers.
Bio
Niraj Mahapatra reshapes global supply chains with 10+ years of experience across ocean carriers, freight, trucking, ports, shippers, and scaling $200M–$500M tech startups. He has led strategy, growth, M&A, and fundraising at Maersk, Toll Group, Mid-Late stage venture backed supply chain companies, and Adani Ports in India. An O1 visa recipient and ISM 30 Under 30 honoree, he drives logistics innovation.
Elevator Pitch
PortVelocity is an AI-native shipping operations platform that transforms complex global logistics into controlled execution for SMB shippers. By centralizing visibility, AI-driven exception management, and automated workflows, it allows smaller teams to operate with enterprise-grade efficiency. The platform replaces fragmented manual processes with a single system of action to improve buying power and streamline workflows.
Industry
Transportation
Team Size
1-5 employees
Funding Stage
Seed
Funding Raised
None/Bootstrapped
Annual Revenue
$5M to $10M
| Skill | Strength | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| O1 Visa Recipient | 100 | Awarded an O1 visa, signifying extraordinary ability in the field of business/logistics. |
| ISM 30 Under 30 Honoree | 100 | Recognized as an ISM 30 Under 30 honoree for significant contributions to the supply chain profession. |
| Global Supply Chain Management | 95 | Possesses over 10 years of experience reshaping global supply chains across various sectors like ocean carriers, freight, trucking, ports, and shippers. |
| Logistics | 95 | Deep expertise in the logistics industry, driving innovation and transforming global shipping operations. |
| Technology | 90 | Extensive experience within the technology sector, particularly with tech startups and AI-native platforms. |
| Startup Scaling | 90 | Experienced in scaling tech startups with valuations between $200M–$500M. |
| Business Strategy | 85 | Led strategy initiatives at major logistics companies and venture-backed supply chain firms. |
| Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) | 85 | Led M&A activities at Maersk, Toll Group, and other supply chain companies. |
| Logistics Innovation | 85 | Drives innovation within the logistics sector, leveraging new technologies and approaches. |
| Fundraising | 85 | Led fundraising efforts for mid-late stage venture-backed supply chain companies. |
| Shipping | 85 | Extensive experience working with shippers and in shipping operations. |
| Port Operations | 80 | Direct experience and understanding of port operations within the global logistics framework. |
| Growth Initiatives | 80 | Responsible for leading growth initiatives in various supply chain organizations. |
| Process Optimization | 80 | Expertise in automating workflows, replacing manual processes, and streamlining operations for enterprise efficiency. |
| Ocean Carriers | 80 | Direct experience and understanding of the ocean carrier sector within supply chains. |
| Freight | 80 | Experience in the freight industry and its operational nuances. |
| Enterprise Efficiency | 75 | Focuses on enabling smaller teams to operate with enterprise-grade efficiency through system implementation. |
| Trucking | 75 | Experience in the trucking sector and its role in global supply chains. |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 75 | Involved with AI-native platforms and AI-driven exception management solutions in logistics. |
| Platform Development | 70 | Experience in developing AI-native shipping operations platforms. |
| SMB Market Strategy | 70 | Experience in developing solutions and strategies tailored for SMB shippers in global logistics. |
| AI-driven Exception Management | 70 | Expertise in implementing AI-driven systems for managing exceptions in complex logistics. |
| Buying Power Optimization | 70 | Experience in implementing systems to improve buying power within logistics operations. |
| Automated Workflows (Product) | 70 | Involved in building platforms that integrate automated workflows to streamline operations. |
| Centralized Visibility Systems | 70 | Experience in developing platforms that centralize visibility for complex global logistics. |
Title
Leader (Strategy, Growth, M&A, Fundraising)
Position Description
Led strategy, growth, Mergers & Acquisitions, and fundraising efforts for multiple venture-backed supply chain organizations.
Accomplishment Notes
Instrumental in scaling companies from $200M-$500M, leading key strategic, financial, and growth initiatives.
Title
30 Under 30 Honoree
Position Description
Recognized by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) for significant contributions to the supply chain profession.
Accomplishment Notes
Awarded as an ISM 30 Under 30 honoree, acknowledging leadership and innovation in the field.
Title
Leader (Strategy, Growth, M&A, Fundraising)
Position Description
Held leadership roles focusing on strategy, growth, Mergers & Acquisitions, and fundraising efforts for the global logistics provider.
Accomplishment Notes
Successfully contributed to key strategic initiatives, growth objectives, and financial activities like M&A and fundraising.
Title
Leader (Strategy, Growth, M&A, Fundraising)
Position Description
Held leadership roles focusing on strategy, growth, Mergers & Acquisitions, and fundraising initiatives within the global ocean carrier.
Accomplishment Notes
Successfully contributed to key strategic initiatives, growth objectives, and financial activities like M&A and fundraising.
Title
O1 Visa Recipient
Position Description
Granted an O1 visa, signifying extraordinary ability in the fields of science, arts, education, business, or athletics.
Accomplishment Notes
Successfully obtained an O1 visa, recognizing exceptional talent and achievements.
Title
Leader (Strategy, Growth, M&A, Fundraising)
Position Description
Held leadership roles focusing on strategy, growth, Mergers & Acquisitions, and fundraising for India's largest private port operator.
Accomplishment Notes
Successfully contributed to key strategic initiatives, growth objectives, and financial activities like M&A and fundraising.
Title
Founder / Leader
Position Description
Leading the development of an AI-native shipping operations platform that transforms complex global logistics into controlled execution for SMB shippers.
Accomplishment Notes
Building a platform to replace fragmented manual processes with a single system of action, improving buying power and streamlining workflows for smaller teams.