The tech and AI space is ever-evolving, and Hardik Jagda has been working relentlessly for the past six years to help shape the future of the industry. As the Founder and CEO of Proximity Works, Hardik has made a significant impact in the world of tech and artificial intelligence in the sports, media, and entertainment sectors.
Early Life and Struggles: A Passion for Innovation
From the busy streets of India to Silicon Valley, Hardik’s journey has been remarkable.
Growing up, Hardik had significant financial responsibilities at home. While every fiber of his being wanted to be an entrepreneur, he had to work five jobs before he had enough runway to take the leap and start a company. While working for multiple companies, he was also laying the groundwork for his startup idea.
Bill Gates was a huge inspiration for Hardik. Bill changed the landscape of technology by bringing Windows into everyone’s homes—and then using everything he built for the good of humanity.
Hardik knew this was his true purpose. He was meant to be more than an entrepreneur. He was meant to contribute to society in more ways than one—to drive change for good.
Proximity Works: A vision coming to life
In 2019, Hardik Jagda founded Proximity Works, which went on to become a group of companies building cutting-edge AI solutions and solving complex performance and scale engineering challenges for industry giants across the globe—as their trusted technology partner.
Proximity Works is a Silicon Valley-based group of companies with clients spanning media & entertainment, live sports, fintech, and enterprise AI sectors across the U.S., the Middle East, and Asia.
Proximity’s “fleet of Proxonauts” are skilled geeks with a proven track record of delivering high-performance, reliable, and scalable solutions.
With their AI Innovation Units, Proximity helps clients identify AI use cases, gain a competitive edge by building AI tech stacks, and integrate AI into their core operations to drive innovation—ensuring success in a rapidly evolving technical and market landscape.
Powered by multimodal AI, Proximity’s product portfolio includes advanced software engineering intelligence and video intelligence solutions for media and sports companies.
Under Hardik’s leadership and guidance, Proximity is a prominent voice in the AI space—constantly exploring new ways to stay ahead of the curve, applying technology to everyday challenges, and gaining global recognition.
“History shows us that companies can quickly fall behind when they don’t embrace and adapt to emerging technologies,” Hardik explains. “AI has the potential to completely transform the way we live and work, and our vision at Proximity Works is to be at the forefront of that transformation—empowering businesses to embrace the future.”
Change for Good: Chairman of the Proximity Foundation
Hardik’s role as Chairman of the Proximity Foundation highlights his commitment to making a positive impact beyond business.
While Hardik and his fleet of Proxonauts are revolutionizing the tech sector, the Proxoverse is also deeply committed to changing lives. Hardik feels strongly about giving back and ensuring that the company’s profits actually help those who need it most.
This is why he started The Proximity Foundation, where the immediate goal is to educate underprivileged and high-risk groups of women and children, giving them the tools to succeed. Hardik believes that knowledge is the greatest gift one can receive.
Apart from building schools and educating on unconventional life skills like coding and entrepreneurship, the foundation focuses on instilling core values such as sustainability, fitness, and emotional intelligence in the next generation.
“The goal of the Proximity Foundation is to enrich education. We’re starting locally, focusing on education and learning opportunities for underprivileged and high-risk groups of women and children.”
His philanthropic efforts continue to grow, and his foundation has become an influential force in supporting education and innovation.
Hardik Jagda’s Investment Philosophy: Empowering the Next Generation
As an investor, Hardik believes in more than just providing capital to an entrepreneur.
“My philosophy on investing is a little different. I want to see how I can actually make a difference and leverage my ecosystem at Proximity Works to help the company grow.”
Unlike many investors who focus only on young entrepreneurs, Hardik is inclined to bet on and also invest in founders between the ages of 30–50 because he believes that life experiences and knowledge play a crucial role in handling a business, giving them an edge over younger entrepreneurs.
He believes in helping companies grow by sharing his expertise and utilizing the network and ecosystem he has built through Proximity—a group of companies spanning AI, tech, design, UI/UX, and marketing.
Current Happenings: Continuing the Journey of Innovation
In addition to his work with Proximity Works and the Proximity Foundation, Hardik is also a highly sought-after speaker, mentor, and thought leader. He regularly participates in industry events, sharing his expertise on entrepreneurship, AI, and the future of technology. His contributions to the tech world continue to inspire others to take risks, innovate, and think beyond the status quo.
With the constant evolution of artificial intelligence and its applications across industries, Hardik is focused on ensuring Proximity stays ahead of the curve through its AI Innovation Units.
“In a world where technological shifts are accelerating, an AI innovation unit isn’t just a strategic move—it’s an essential insurance policy against obsolescence.”
As Hardik looks to the future, he remains focused on expanding his impact as an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and investor. With an unwavering commitment to building long-term value and trust, creating innovative solutions, empowering the next generation of leaders, and giving back to the community, Hardik Jagda is undoubtedly one of the most influential figures in the world of technology today.
The Road Ahead
With relentless drive and passion, Hardik Jagda is shaping the future of AI and technology.
His mission is to be at the forefront of change and innovation—completely transforming the sports, media, and entertainment sectors.
Through Proximity Works, the Proximity Foundation, and his investments, he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible, striving to create a world where technology serves as a force for good.
His journey serves as a reminder that success is not just about achieving personal goals but about using that success to make a meaningful difference in the world.
As he continues to build, lead, and invest, Hardik’s journey—from being an employee at various startups in India to an entrepreneur in Palo Alto—will serve as a great example for future generations. His story proves that hard work, knowledge, and discipline can transform your life and help you achieve your goals.Follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube as he shares more about his journey and goals.
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