From Selling Fertilizer in Rural India to Leading a Multi-Million Dollar IT Firm in America

How does a teenager selling fertilizer in a small Indian village become the CEO of a thriving IT company in the United States? Sree Kaluva's answer: combine relentless work ethic, unwavering integrity, and a vision to solve real business problems through technology.

Sree Kaluva is the President and CEO of Unique Solutions of Advanced Technologies Inc (USAT), a leading IT managed services provider based in Michigan. But his journey to the top is one of the most inspiring immigrant success stories in the tech industry. From humble beginnings in rural India to building a company that serves hundreds of businesses across America, Sree has proven that the American dream is still alive for those willing to work for it.

Host Sean Kling explores what drove Sree to leave everything behind and pursue entrepreneurship in a foreign country, how he built USAT from the ground up in 2006, and why his commitment to transparency and client empowerment has become the foundation of his company's success. Sree's journey wasn't just about technical expertise—it was about understanding that businesses don't need more technology; they need the right technology implemented the right way.

In 2016, Sree received the Corp! Magazine prestigious Most Valuable Professionals Award, recognizing his contribution to Michigan's economic development and his leadership in growing a successful business. Under his guidance, USAT has become known for liberating clients from ineffective technology solutions, developing innovative strategies that empower data-driven decisions, and building long-term partnerships based on trust and results.

Sree shares the cultural transitions he navigated moving from India to America, the entrepreneurial mindset that helped him identify gaps in the IT services market, and the business philosophy that prioritizes quality and client satisfaction over quick profits. He reveals what it takes to compete against larger IT firms, how he built a reputation for reliability in a competitive market, and why personal service and customized solutions have become USAT's competitive advantage.

Key Topics Explored:
The journey from rural India to American entrepreneurship, overcoming cultural and business barriers in a new country, founding and scaling an IT managed services company from scratch, building a business on transparency and integrity, competing against larger firms with personalized service, the 2016 Most Valuable Professionals Award and community impact, developing custom software solutions that solve real business problems, Agile project management and IT strategy in a rapidly evolving landscape, creating long-term client relationships and partnerships, and lessons in resilience, adaptation, and the immigrant entrepreneur experience.
This conversation goes beyond typical business advice to explore the intersection of cultural adaptation, entrepreneurial vision, and technical excellence. Sree's insights apply to anyone looking to start a business in a competitive market, navigate major life transitions while building a company, or understand what it takes to succeed as an immigrant entrepreneur in America.

About Sree Kaluva:
Sree is the President and CEO of Unique Solutions of Advanced Technologies Inc (USAT), which he founded in 2006. A 2016 recipient of the Corp! Magazine Most Valuable Professionals Award, he has built a reputation for delivering innovative IT solutions, custom software development, and managed services that empower businesses to thrive. His journey from rural India to leading a successful Michigan-based technology company exemplifies determination, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to client success.
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an immigrant pursuing the American dream, a business owner seeking IT solutions, or someone inspired by stories of resilience and transformation, this episode delivers powerful insights from someone who built success from nothing but vision and hard work.

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Connect with Sree Kaluva:
Website: usatinc.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/skaluva
Company: Unique Solutions of Advanced Technologies Inc

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