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Smit Patel

Smit Patel

Operational athlete obsessed with growth in AI and devtools

San Francisco, California
Joined May 2025

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Smit Patel is an experienced operational leader in the SaaS and AI industries, with a proven track record of driving growth and building high-performing teams from 0-1. He has held early employee positions at successful companies like Postman, Datadog, and HubSpot, contributing to their growth from single-digit to triple-digit ARR. smitpatel+2
He possesses a rare ability to understand the larger strategic picture while also articulating and executing detailed roadmaps cross-functionally. His expertise spans product marketing, sales, strategic partnerships, developer relations, and M&A. smitpatel+1
As Chief Operating Officer at Pieces for Developers, Smit is focused on AI workflow copilots for developers, leveraging his background in devtools and AI as an investor and advisor. smitpatel+2
Smit actively shares insights on GTM strategies, AI adoption, product positioning, and early-stage investing on his personal blog and Twitter, reflecting his continuous engagement with industry trends and startup ecosystems. smitpatel+1

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