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Chanakya Yerneni
Acquired EssayGrader, an AI grading tool for teachers, and scaled it to $1M ARR within a year. He previously worked in enterprise SaaS and started a private school for underprivileged kids.
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Jul 21, 2025
• 24min
How He Acquired an EdTech SaaS and 10x’d Its Revenue
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Chanakya Yerneni, an entrepreneur and former corporate SaaS expert, shares his inspiring journey from corporate life to acquiring EssayGrader, an AI tool for teachers. He transformed the struggling startup, boosting its revenue to $1M ARR in just a year. Chanakya emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, using effective SEO strategies, and building a product that goes viral. He offers valuable insights on starting with product-market fit and simplifying the acquisition process, making it a must-listen for aspiring business acquirers.
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