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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 Design’s 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. Rosser’s aesthetic approach to developing interactive products. He has lead design and architecture teams on corporate, real estate and entertainment initiatives.