Karthik holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from Rutgers University. He lives in The Hills with his wife, Aditi, and their 2 children.

Karthik works is a UI/UX designer at Levi's in Austin. He founded a company, Socialblood and Pawsh. 

Karthi Naralasetty's run for Mayor of the City of The Hills is his first run for public office.

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Plans to advocate for more events and activities for young families.

Plans to enhance city communication and engagement by updating the website and other digital platforms to be more user-friendly.

Plans to update the city website and other digital platforms to make it more user-friendly.

Supports diverse cultural representation in public services, successfully advocating for the recognition of the Indian festival Diwali in local schools and communities.

Supports diverse cultural representation in public services and advocated for the recognition of the Indian festival, Diwali, in local schools and communities.

Proposes an annual Business Pitch Competition for high school and college students, judged by local entrepreneurs who will also provide mentorship.

Proposes an annual Business Pitch Competition for high school and college students, saying it will "nurture our youth's entrepreneurial spirit..."

Believes in "the power of collective action and the importance of strong, compassionate leadership" in order to "bring positive change to our city and inspire the next generation to continue the work of building a better world."

Believes in "collective action and...strong, compassionate leadership" to "bring positive change to our city and inspire the next generation to continue...building a better world."

Promises to meet constituents at home or local events to discuss their ideas for improving The Hills.

Promises to meet voters at home or local events to discuss their ideas for improving the city. 

- Plans to advocate for more events and activities for young families.
- Plans to update the city website and other digital platforms to make it more user-friendly.
- Supports diverse cultural representation in public services and advocated for the recognition of the Indian festival, Diwali, in local schools and communities.
- Proposes an annual Business Pitch Competition for high school and college students, saying it will "nurture our youth's entrepreneurial spirit..."
- Believes in "collective action and...strong, compassionate leadership" to "bring positive change to our city and inspire the next generation to continue...building a better world."
- Promises to meet voters at home or local events to discuss their ideas for improving the city. 

Public Services

Plans to address speeding vehicles and advocate for increased security presence throughout the city.

Supports increased security presence throughout the city.

Advocated for increased security measures at Lakeway Elementary School.

Advocates for increased security measures at Lakeway Elementary School.

Plans to make efforts to address speeding and ensure speed limits are more strictly enforced.

- Supports increased security presence throughout the city.
- Advocates for increased security measures at Lakeway Elementary School.
- Plans to make efforts to address speeding and ensure speed limits are more strictly enforced.

Public Safety

Supports eliminating or restructuring mandatory club membership dues for non-users.

Supports eliminating or restructuring "mandatory club membership" dues for those who don’t use the facilities.

Supports local initiatives such as Farmers Markets to promote sustainable agriculture and reduce carbon footprints.

Supports creating a Farmers Markets in the city. 

- Supports eliminating or restructuring "mandatory club membership" dues for those who don’t use the facilities.
- Supports creating a Farmers Markets in the city. 

Energy & the Environment

As of September 12, 2024, Karthik Naralasetty’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Opposes developments that may alter the "unique character of our community," such as the proposed condo development.

Promises to support the POA staff and work towards better staffing and resources for them.

Promises to support the Power of Attorney (POA)  staff and work towards better staffing and resources for them.

Promises to advocate for the establishment of a market in the city, despite current city government limitations hindering the plan.

Supports establishing a market in the city.

Promises to fight to reduce property taxes.

Promises to advocate to reduce property taxes.

- Opposes developments that may alter the "unique character of our community," such as the proposed condo development.
- Promises to support the Power of Attorney (POA)  staff and work towards better staffing and resources for them.
- Supports establishing a market in the city.
- Promises to advocate to reduce property taxes.

Housing & Urban Development

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Karthik Naralasetty

Karthik Naralasetty received his bachelor's degree in computer science at Rutgers University.. He lives in The Hills with his wife, Aditi, and their 2 children.

Karthik Naralasetty is a UI/UX designer at Levi's in Austin. He founded Socialblood and Pawsh, and he has consulted for Fortune 500 companies like Apple, Walmart, and Levis.

Karthik's run for mayor is his first run for public office.

Supports community service and skill-building initiatives.

Advocated for AIDS eradication in Vienna, Austria.

Believes in contributing to the greater good through volunteer work with nonprofits in the USA and India.

Believes in instilling values of service, integrity, and community improvement in future generations.

Believes in the importance of community service and public service.

Believes in taking initiative to improve community safety and vibrancy.

Supports being a vocal community advocate.

As a student, started organizations to improve community services and representation.

Believes in the importance of community service and making a positive impact.

- Plans to advocate for more events and activities for young families.
- Plans to enhance city communication and engagement by updating the website and other digital platforms to be more user-friendly.
- Supports diverse cultural representation in public services, successfully advocating for the recognition of the Indian festival Diwali in local schools and communities.
- Proposes an annual Business Pitch Competition for high school and college students, judged by local entrepreneurs who will also provide mentorship.
- Believes in "the power of collective action and the importance of strong, compassionate leadership" in order to "bring positive change to our city and inspire the next generation to continue the work of building a better world."
- Promises to meet constituents at home or local events to discuss their ideas for improving The Hills.

Advocated for enhanced school security measures.

Believes in prioritizing community safety to protect families and children from violence.

Advocated for community safety by organizing a group initiative that led to the installation of over 20 lightning rods in homes, enhancing protection against lightning strikes.

- Supports increased security presence throughout the city.
- Advocates for increased security measures at Lakeway Elementary School.
- Advocated for community safety by organizing a group initiative that led to the installation of over 20 lightning rods in homes, enhancing protection against lightning strikes.

Advocated for a farmers market in The Hills.

Supports creating a  Farmers Markets for the Hills.

- Supports eliminating or restructuring mandatory club membership dues for non-users.
- Supports creating a  Farmers Markets for the Hills.

Supports stricter enforcement of speed limits.

- Supports stricter enforcement of speed limits.

Founded Pawsh, a platform connecting dog groomers with dog owners.

Believes in supporting small entrepreneurs and enhancing community through pet-related businesses.

Believes in supporting local economies and job creation through innovative startups.

Believes in addressing global challenges through innovative startups, highlighting the success of Socialblood in improving blood donation efforts.

Believes in transparency and community input in government decisions.

Promises to ensure new developments align with community needs and values, saying "I will ensure that any new developments are in line with our community’s needs and values, without compromising the quality of life we all cherish."

Believes in fostering strong communities through family-oriented policies and initiatives.

Believes in "transparent and collaborative governance."

Believes in the importance of community and quality of life in housing decisions, as demonstrated by their family's move to The Hills for its natural beauty and strong community ties.

Believes in addressing urgent social issues through innovative solutions, as demonstrated by founding Socialblood in 2011 to tackle India's blood crisis.

Supports the establishment of a market in the city.

- Opposes developments that may alter the "unique character of our community," such as the proposed condo development.
- Promises to support the POA staff and work towards better staffing and resources for them.
- Supports the establishment of a market in the city.
- Promises to fight to reduce property taxes.

Karthik Naralasetty lives in The Hills with his wife, Aditi, and their two children, Leilani and Jaivyn. He attended Rutgers University.

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