| Big Apple Design is a web design and software
development enterprise servicing clients primarily located in Manhattan
and the tri-state area. Since inception in 2001, our unique firm has
flourished and we have clients from all over the United States and
from several countries.
Big Apple Design consists of career information
technology and design professionals. Our company comprises of a
core team and people who tele-commute. We have in our team, world
class talent consisting of people with advanced qualifications in
their area of expertise and most importantly - proven skill. Due
to our long relationships with our team members, our work process
is highly streamlined. Typically, our execution time is one third
that of traditional software development and web design firms. The
advantage of this method of operation is that, unnecessary costs
related to costly overheads and employee costs are never passed
onto the client. The client retains premium talent at a highly discounted
rate.
We classify ourselves neither as programmers
nor artists. Rather, we like to be known as 'Creative Technologists'.
We help people get onto the web, make an impact and get the loudest
bang for the buck. Our belief is that, the internet is an 'equalizer'.
A small organization or a single person can have as much of a presence
on the internet as a large corporation with a large budget. Our
aim is to enable you to make the most of this 'equalizer'.
We are flexible. Incredibly flexible. We
are happy to listen to the seemingly absurd and try to make sense
of the strangest ideas. Our services go beyond what is expected.
You as a client can expect prompt service and genuine interest.
We work in a simple manner, avoid excessive stipulations, terms
and conditions and we don't bill you for every little thing. And
the reason that we are good at what we do is because we like what
we do.
Explore our website. Get to know our company
and our services. We would like to translate your ideas into reality.
If you have something in mind and would like an opinion, get in
touch with us. We would be happy to hear from you.
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
RANJAN S. CHARI
FOUNDER & CEO
A tech aficionado with an entrepreneurial
streak, Ranjan brings over 10 years of dedicated information technology
and interface design experience gained in consulting, direct sales
and product development roles. Ranjan has conceptualized and implemented
diverse technology and design solutions for leading advertising,
pharmaceutical and finance companies, government agencies and non-profits.
He is responsible for managing the execution of all design, software
and internet related engagements for the company.
He holds an M.S. in Internet Engineering
from Marlboro College and an M.B.A from the University of South
Australia. Ranjan is a published travel photographer (click
for portfolio) and a history buff specially interested in the
coinage and history of the Indian sub-continent.
RAJ K. BHATIA
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Raj couples a degree in electrical
engineering degree with an M.B.A in finance focusing on both the
implementation of technology in creating business solutions and
the online strategy for Big Apple Designs customers.
With a strong background in technology,
Raj has been an early investor in many technology companies, and
founded Coolaudio.com which was acquired by Netgain in 2002. Raj
has been featured in multiple publications including The New York
Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Observer, Bloomberg
Personal, India Abroad, Inc. Magazine, Hampton's Magazine, Crains
New York Business, The Industry Standard, Silicon India, Entrepreneur's
Business Start Ups, Entertainment Weekly, USA Today's Technology
Lane, Interactive Media and Marketing, Investment Dealers Digest,
The Absolute Sound, Stereophile Magazine, and the Columbia Business
School Alumni Magazine. He's also been a guest on CNBC's Street
Signs with Ron Insana and CNNfn's Entrepreneurs Only with Tony Guida.
Most recently, Raj has been featured on Fox Business News, NPR,
and the CBS evening news.
Raj is a 1987 graduate of Lehigh University
with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Economics, and a 1995
M.B.A. in finance from Columbia Business School. Raj is an instrument
rated pilot, a licensed amateur radio operator, an avid squash player
and enjoys fly-fishing. He was born in London England, grew-up in
Northern New Jersey, and resides both in Manhattan and Southbury,
CT with his wife Darcy and sons Remy Alexander and Jesse Taylor.
TOBY ROSSER
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
A graduate of the Pratt Institute, New York,
Toby has over 10 years work experience with on line and traditional
marketing initiatives for clients such as Sony Corp of America,
Discovery Communications, Pepsico, and Priceline.com. With work
experience in interactive firms, ad agencies and marketing firms,
Toby has gained extensive knowledge of branding through user experience
and effective interface design.
A background in Graphic Design and the Fine Arts has added to Mr.
Rossers aesthetic approach to developing interactive products.
He has lead design and architecture teams on corporate, real estate
and entertainment initiatives.
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