
Devraj Thakkar
CTO/CLO
Devraj is an entrepreneur at heart. At just 15 years old, he launched his first company, Siesta Wrap, introducing a novel, patented pillow-blanket combination. Today, he serves as the CEO of 1DKT, CMO of Genex Lending LLC, and CTO of Fortitude Strategic Solutions.
Beyond entrepreneurship, Devraj is a dedicated academic with a strong interest in cognitive neuroscience and bidirectional brain-computer interfaces. He has published various scientific papers, covering topics ranging from neuroentrepreneurship research methods to AI-based markerless pose estimation, and his case studies on decision-making have even been presented at the Pentagon.
Professionally, he excels in tackling difficult or unique situations within the realms of financing solutions (home, business, and personal), all five lines of insurance (Property, Casualty, Life, Health, and Liability), property management, construction, and residential/commercial real estate brokerage. His deep understanding of creative financing structures, risk mitigation, and asset optimization enables him to design holistic strategies—whether for complex property acquisitions, specialized insurance coverage, or customized capital solutions.
In addition to his ventures, Devraj holds a position at the Columbia University Center for Advanced Technology and Human Performance and continues to maintain a minority stake in Siesta Wrap, his first company. His multidisciplinary approach allows him to bridge gaps across industries, consistently delivering innovative solutions to complex financial, operational, and technological challenges.