Dr. Krishna B Kodey

Indo-Canadian AI entrepreneur and healthcare innovator

Dr. Krishna B Kodey (born 30 May 1983) is an Indo-Canadian entrepreneur, healthcare technologist, and artificial intelligence innovator. He is widely known as the founder and managing director of iAVATARS LLC and the founder and chief executive officer of NRIS.COM. His work primarily focuses on integrating artificial intelligence with emotional intelligence for healthcare technologies and human-centered digital innovation.

Dr. Krishna B Kodey
Dr Krishna B Kodey
Born 30 May 1983, Andhra Pradesh, India
Nationality Indo-Canadian
Occupation AI Entrepreneur, Healthcare Technologist, Drug Safety Specialist
Known for Founder of iAVATARS LLC and NRIS.COM
Education
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy – Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences
  • Postgraduate Degree in Diet and Nutrition – Oxford Health College, London
  • Diploma in Clinical Research – Syncorp Institutions, Bangalore
Parents KSVVSM Naidu, KNB Visalaxmi
Residence Canada

Early life and education

Krishna B Kodey was born on 30 May 1983 in Andhra Pradesh, India, to KSVVSM Naidu, a retired Sub Divisional Engineer at BSNL, and KNB Visalaxmi.

He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, India between 2000 and 2004.

He later pursued postgraduate studies in Diet and Nutrition from Oxford Health College, London, United Kingdom, between 2009 and 2011.

In 2015, he obtained a Diploma in Clinical Research from Syncorp Institutions, Bangalore, India.

In February 2026, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the Iconic Peace Council at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi.

Career

Krishna B Kodey has built a career spanning healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and technology innovation.

He currently serves as a Senior Drug Safety Specialist at Apogee Therapeutics, where he works in the pharmaceutical and healthcare safety sector.

Alongside his corporate career, he has developed entrepreneurial ventures focused on artificial intelligence, healthcare innovation, and global digital platforms.

Entrepreneurship

iAVATARS LLC

Krishna B Kodey is the founder and managing director of iAVATARS LLC, a technology company established on 30 October 2014 in Michigan, United States.

The company focuses on developing smart healthcare devices powered by advanced artificial intelligence algorithms integrated with emotional intelligence.

The technology is designed to enhance emotional connectivity in healthcare systems and improve human interaction through AI-powered solutions.

The company has filed patents in:

  • India
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Europe
  • Australia
  • New Zealand

through the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) system.

NRIS.COM

Krishna B Kodey is also the founder and chief executive officer of NRIS.COM, a multinational digital classifieds platform launched in 2013.

The platform primarily serves the Indian diaspora community across:

NRIS.COM provides community networking, digital classifieds, and cross-border marketplace solutions for overseas Indians.

Achievements and recognition

Krishna B Kodey has received multiple recognitions for contributions to AI-driven healthcare innovation.

His major recognitions include:

  • Excellence in Healthcare AI Device integrated with emotional intelligence presented by Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal at South Indian Evolving Business Excellence Awards, Bangalore (February 2026)
  • Revolutionary Human AI Avatars for Emotional and Healthcare Connections presented by actress Amrita Rao at India Business Awards, New Delhi (December 2025)
  • Best Invention in Healthcare and Tech AI presented by actress Bhumika Chawla at Telangana Business Tycoon Awards, Hyderabad (January 2026)
  • Most Advanced AI Breakthrough Device in Healthcare Technology presented by the MP and Lord Mayor of Oxford at Oxford University, London (January 2026)
  • Most Outstanding Emerging AI Health Tech Innovation blended with emotional intelligence at Global Pinnacle Awards, T-Works Hyderabad (March 2026)

Media coverage

Dr. Krishna B Kodey and his ventures have been featured in several business and technology publications.

Major media coverage includes:

Personal life

Krishna B Kodey maintains strong interests in healthcare innovation, entrepreneurship, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence applications in emotional well-being.

His professional work focuses on combining healthcare science with advanced AI systems to create technologies designed for human-centered emotional connection and healthcare support.

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