Founders’ Background and Vision

Joshua Ninan Oommen – Visionary Technologist

Joshua Ninan Oommen is a technology entrepreneur driven by innovation and real-world impact. With professional experience working alongside global brands such as Shazam and Nokia subcontracting partners, Joshua built his career as an Application Project Manager and Tech Sales strategist for startups and enterprises across Southeast Asia. His expertise in location-based technologies and digital engagement has contributed to multiple successful projects and product initiatives.

Over the years, Joshua has focused on how emerging technologies can connect people, places, and experiences in meaningful ways. This vision became even stronger during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he revisited a long-standing idea—using location-based broadcasting and Augmented Reality to transform how users interact with the world around them, harnessing the power of AR Spatial Technology.

While the concept had potential in many markets, Joshua chose to develop and launch it in India, recognizing a growing need among two important communities:

• Content creators: Looking for new platforms to showcase their work, reach wider audiences, and unlock new revenue streams.
• Travel and local businesses: Including family-run ventures affected by the pandemic and Kerala floods, in need of innovative digital tools to rebuild and reconnect with customers.

Setting aside personal pursuits in music and creative projects, Joshua committed himself to building scalable solutions that empower creators, brands, and communities through AR and location-based technology. Currently, Joshua Ninan serves as the Principal System Architect and Interim CTO of UXplore Technologies Pvt Ltd.

Varghese Oommen – Travel Industry Expert and Storyteller

Varghese Oommen is a respected figure in the travel and tourism industry, credited with introducing the first charter flights from the Netherlands, Russia and Estonia to South India, a major milestone for regional tourism. As a resident travel operator in Kerala, Varghese deeply understands the challenges faced by operators and travelers alike.

His passion lies in storytelling for locations—sharing the history, culture, and significance of places with travelers. This passion drives his vision for UXplore: a platform that allows customers and peers’ customers to experience destinations like never before, enriched with stories, AR-based interactions, and tailored experiences.

Carl Vaz – Former President of Skal International India and Global Tourism Leader

Carl Vaz brings unparalleled expertise in the tourism industry, having served as the Ex-President of Skal International India. During his tenure, Carl worked closely with multinational travel companies eager to establish themselves in India, giving him a wealth of experience in scaling tourism ventures.

Carl recognizes the immense potential of location-based AR technology to transform tourism. His vision is to use UXplore to bridge the gap between customers and local businesses through tailored experiences, cross-merchandising opportunities, and analytics-driven insights.

Education

Post-Graduate Diplomas: Business Management, Advertising & Public Relations, Business Administration

Key Expertise

Brand Management & Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Entrepreneurship & Leadership, Tourism & Hospitality

Industry

Travel & Tourism, Technology & Innovation, Media & PR

Experience

20+ Years

Core Technical Team

Joshua Ninan Oommen

Joshua Ninan Oommen leads the technical direction of UXplore as Principal System Architect and Interim CTO. His role spans end-to-end platform strategy, product architecture, and technology execution. Joshua oversees system design, AR integration, cloud infrastructure, and full stack development while driving innovation in location-based broadcasting and spatial experiences.

He is responsible for translating business vision into scalable technology solutions, coordinating cross-platform development across Android, Web, and Spatial AR systems, and ensuring UXplore remains at the forefront of immersive digital engagement.

Abin Mathews Benny

Abin Mathews Benny has been with UXplore from day one. His commitment and hard work as a Unity developer were fundamentally instrumental in building the UXplore Platform. At present, Abin serves as the Principal Full Stack Engineer of the UXplore Platform, managing both the web and Android front ends.

The Birth of UXplore Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Joshua, Varghese, and Carl combined their unique expertise to address a common problem: providing more value at locations for content creators, tourists, and businesses alike. In 2020, they co-founded UXplore Technologies Pvt. Ltd., bootstrapping the venture from scratch.

A Platform Rooted in Necessity and Vision

• For Content Creators: UXplore provides an accelerated scope of growth, enabling creators to engage directly with their audience through location-based broadcasting and AR technology.
• For Travel Operators: UXplore offers a solution by enabling operators to deliver more visibility, value-based offerings, and unforgettable experiences for their customers.
• For Merchants and Retailers: UXplore acts as a bridge between foot traffic and local businesses, allowing them to offer exclusive deals and rewards through the platform.

A Must-Have Everyday App

• Search Locations Before Arrival: UXplore’s search feature lets users explore locations ahead of time.
• Discover Offers and Rewards: Users can scan customized markers with UXplore’s AR scanner to unlock exclusive discounts.
• Engage with Stories and Content: Locations come alive with immersive AR-based storytelling.

Why UXplore is a Game-Changer

• For Tourists and Customers: It transforms passive visits into interactive, unforgettable experiences with AR.
• For Content Creators: It provides a direct path to audience engagement and revenue through location-based exposure.
• For Tourism Agencies and Retailers: It sends foot traffic to their venues, backed by detailed analytics.
• For Investors: A scalable platform with strong monetization strategy and global potential.

The Vision for UXplore

The founders dream of making UXplore the only name people think of when it comes to location-based experiences—enriching Trave, retail, content creators’ growth and delivering unforgettable, value-driven experiences for tourists and businesses.

Why UXplore is the Next step in Information Discovery

• A historical video comes alive at a museum with AR visuals.
• A music video turns into an interactive experience in a park.
• A restaurant’s AR menu enhances the dining experience.

The Founders’ Commitment to Innovation

By leveraging state-of-the-art AR technologies, UXplore is positioned to become a long-term leader in the immersive AR space.

A Long-Term Vision with Immediate Impact

The founders aim to make UXplore not just a tool for today but a cornerstone of the future immersive digital economy.