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Ravi Gulivindala passed away on February 20, 2024.

Please support donations to his family to pay for funeral expenses and any additional expenses the family needs to manage the impacts of his sudden loss. All proceeds will go to Ravi's sons Ravi Jr. and James.

Obituary

Ravichand S. Gulivindala, 52, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 20th in New York City. He was born June 23, 1971 to Radha Rani Gulivindala and Vaikunta Gulivindala in India. Married twice, once to Mary Gulivindala and once to Carolyn Castro-Gulivindala. Ravi enjoyed spending time with friends and family, the New York Giants, and his career. Survivors include his two sons Ravi William Gulivindala and James Charan Gulivindala; his parents; his sister Suchy Yerneni and niece Amy Yerneni. He was preceded in death by Srivalli Gulivindala.

From the Web

Mentor and Friend: A Testament to Loyalty

For those fortunate enough to have crossed paths with Ravi, his indelible mark on their lives remains etched in their hearts forever. As a mentor, he possessed an unparalleled ability to uplift and inspire, transforming those around him into better versions of themselves. His unwavering loyalty and steadfast support served as a guiding light through life’s darkest moments, leaving an indelible impression on all who had the privilege of calling him a friend. In bidding farewell to Ravi, we express our deepest gratitude for the invaluable lessons he imparted and the profound impact he made on our lives. His unwavering commitment to excellence and his relentless pursuit of righteousness serve as enduring reminders of the virtues we strive to embody. As he embarks on his final journey, may Ravi find the peace and solace he so richly deserves, knowing that his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the somber silence of our grief, we bid Ravi Gulivindala a final farewell. May he find eternal rest in the embrace of serenity, his noble spirit soaring ever higher. Though we mourn his physical absence, his presence will forever linger in the memories we hold dear. Goodnight, dear friend, and may you find solace in the eternal embrace of peace. As we envision Ravi’s ascent to the heavens, we cannot help but imagine him standing tall upon a celestial podium, his voice echoing through the corridors of eternity. If anyone possesses the ingenuity to sell the air rights between here and heaven, it is undoubtedly Ravi Gulivindala. In this final tribute, we pay homage to his entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering determination, knowing that his legacy will endure for all time.

Ravi’s enduring legacy lives on—a testament to the profound impact he made in the realms of business and beyond. As we reflect on his life and legacy, may we draw inspiration from his unwavering commitment to excellence and his boundless compassion for others. In honoring his memory, we pledge to carry forth his legacy of integrity, kindness, and entrepreneurial spirit, ensuring that his light continues to shine bright in our hearts and minds.

A Champion of Generosity: Giving Back to the Community

Ravi’s generosity knew no bounds, as he dedicated his time, resources, and expertise to uplift those in need within his community. Whether it was volunteering at local charities, organizing fundraisers for worthy causes, or simply lending a helping hand to those less fortunate, Ravi’s altruistic spirit touched the lives of countless individuals. His legacy of giving back continues to resonate, inspiring others to follow in his footsteps and make a positive impact on the world around them. Above all else, Ravi cherished his family and friends, holding them close to his heart and treasuring every moment spent in their company. His unconditional love and unwavering support formed the foundation of his relationships, nurturing bonds that would withstand the test of time. As we reflect on Ravi’s life and legacy, let us remember the love and laughter he brought into our lives, and honor his memory by embodying the same spirit of compassion, kindness, and generosity that defined his character.

Excerpt from by Article by Dan Butcher February, 27 2017

Gulivindala grew up in New York around the financial services business, because his father was a stockbroker and taught finance at the City University of New York.

“If your father is doing something you don’t want to do that, and in my community you were either a doctor or an engineer, so I studied engineering and computer science,” Gulivindala said. “I worked as an engineer for a few years, but the money wasn’t there, so I decided to go into finance and became a stockbroker.

“Then I decided to launch a long/short equity hedge fund, Sun Capital, with a partner from DLJ [Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette, a boutique investment bank], and we were doing great until the tech bubble burst – in those days no one had ever seen anything like this, a black swan,” he said. “We were getting a tremendous amount of calls, we saw more regulation coming in, which meant more work for less money, so we took our business to UBS and had a good run there.”

Gulivindala worked at UBS as a senior relationship manager and portfolio manager for around three and a half years before he and his partner had a falling out. He returned to IT consulting as a stopgap while planning his next move, eventually joining Fisher Investments in Camas, Washington, as a VP of investments and senior relationship manager.

Gulivindala knew that the time had come for him to leave his financial services career behind for good. He became a licensed real estate broker in 2008, specializing in Manhattan.

“Based on my career in finance, I’d say almost 80% of most people’s wealth is created through real estate, unless you sell a business,” Gulivindala said. “The assets were pretty much cut in half in terms of what we managed after the financial crisis, so I came back home to New York, and as luck would have it, within a month, I started working at Nest Seekers.

“Real estate is an asset class like stock and bonds, and New York is the 800-pound gorilla of real estate,” he said. “When you’re in wealth management, raising half a million or $10m, it’s the same client in real estate – 75% of sales is psychology, knowing and understanding how to deal with the high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth demographic that also buys real estate.”

Seven-plus years later, Gulivindala is a senior vice president and managing director at Nest Seekers, which currently has about 900 real estate agents worldwide, 700 of those in the U.S. He is responsible for of talent acquisition, training and sales support for the company’s two largest offices.

“We’ve opened new offices, increased spend on technology and marketing, and we’re going after new developments,” he said. “We’re training, coaching, recruiting and retaining on an ongoing basis, and we’re planning to grow the company to a thousand agents by the end of this year.”

Funeral Details and Obituary

https://www.franklinfuneralhome.net/obituaries/Ravichand-Gulivindala?obId=30850111