Viraj Rao
Viraj Rao
Amsterdam, Netherlands | viraj@virajrao.com

Viraj Rao

IB Diploma Candidate at AICS. Founder of RaoCo, home to GoldenGhee Company, Macrow, and Driftd. Incoming BSc2 Econometrics & Economics at Erasmus (Aug 2026).

About

I commit fully to everything I do. Whether it's running a company, building an iOS app in SwiftUI, organising a Model UN trip to Malmo, or coordinating a multi-camera graduation livestream - I don't do half-measures.

RaoCo is my main focus. Inside it I've scaled GoldenGhee Company to EUR3,000+ in ARR, built Macrow, and shipped Driftd - an iOS game in SwiftUI. On the leadership side, I've chaired our Student Council for eight consecutive years, managed an annual EUR12,000 budget, and raised significant additional funds through fundraising initiatives. I've also interned at Philips and NLMK International, gaining real-world exposure to corporate strategy and Dutch corporate law.

From August 2026 I'll be studying Econometrics and Economics at Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Experience
Feb 2025
- Present
Founder
RaoCo

Building scalable consumer businesses from the ground up. Currently home to Driftd, GoldenGhee Company (EUR3,000+ ARR), and Macrow. Responsible for overall strategy, execution, and growth across all ventures.

Jul 2024
Marketing Intern
Philips - MRI Division

Shadowed the Global Head of Marketing, observing product positioning, strategic planning, and leadership decision-making. Analysed how marketing strategy is shaped in a global healthcare technology business.

Aug 2024
Legal Intern
NLMK International BV

Shadowed the corporate legal team, gaining exposure to Dutch corporate law, governance structures, and internal compliance. Drafted corporate resolutions and powers of attorney, and supported document archiving.

Aug 2024
- Feb 2025
Cashier
Albert Heijn

Self-scan and register operations. Developed customer service, accuracy, and time-management skills in a fast-paced retail environment.

Education
Aug 2024
- Present
IB Diploma Programme - Predicted 45/45
Amsterdam International Community School (AICS)
  • HL: Maths AA, Economics, English A, Business and Management
  • SL: Dutch A, Physics
  • Bilingual Diploma (English and Dutch)
  • Student Council Chair, 8 consecutive years, annual budget EUR12k (including fundraiser money)
  • MUN Senior Delegate, Media Team Lead, Senior Events Committee Chair
Aug 2026
BSc2 Econometrics & Economics - Confirmed
Erasmus School of Economics, Rotterdam
Let's talk.

Open to collaborations, opportunities, and interesting conversations.