Sep 2024 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Reverse the Stripes (RTS) is a consulting and advisory practice that looks at sustainability through a 'social lens' partnering with businesses and communities to drive climate action through human interventions, compelling narratives, structured interventions and behavior changes.
• What We Do:
• Climate-Based Storytelling: We craft compelling brand narratives that use the power of stories and shared experiences to inspire behaviour change and foster a deeper connection to sustainability.
• Sustainable Business Advisory: We work with founders and businesses in the conscious consumption space to embed sustainability into every aspect of their operations—processes, supply chains, marketing, and brand narratives.
• CSR Advisory: Strategic guidance and execution partnerships on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives with a specific focus on climate, crafts, gender equality, women entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods.
• How to Reach Us:
• Send a direct message (DM) or request our services to start a conversation.

Aug 2019 – Present · 6 yrs 7 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• Beej is India's first premium lifestyle and accessories brand rooted in environmental sustainability.
• A thought leader in the emerging space of conscious fashion, we have over the last 5 years catered to over 1 Lac retail customers and partnered with leading global brands like JPMorgan, LinkedIn, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, HDFC, Sony Television and others.
• The brand also featured in Shark Tank India Season 1.
• Awards & Recognition
• Elle Eco-innovation award 2024 - for building the conscious fashion category in India
• Her Circle Bizruptor of the Year – Editors Choice award 2024 for setting a new standard in ethical luxury.
• Finalists at the Circular Design Challenge 2023
• The brand has been featured on various Indian and International media platforms including NDTV, ETNow, LiveMint, Hindu, Indian Express, Vogue, Vanityfair and others.

Mar 2019 – May 2019 · 2 mos

• As a practice head I worked closely with CXO's and their management teams to identify the best solutions for their team, and deploy them through customized interventions and workshops.

Apr 2018 – Mar 2019 · 11 mos

Feb 2016 – Sep 2017 · 1 yr 7 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Working closely with the CEO and the CXO team to create a high performing Organization where people practices and culture come together to create a team that learns, works and grows together!

Aug 2014 – Dec 2015 · 1 yr 4 mos · Gurgaon

• Studio Pinwheel is an online studio for customized leather accessories. I founded Studio Pinwheel with the vision to create a platform where clients can come and engage with us to co-design their own accessories.

Jan 2012 – May 2014 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Mumbai

• Site Lead- Talent & Development
• The role included building the training strategy and road map for all businesses based in Mumbai(2000+people)
• Design and deployment of the Talent Management framework for the India service center
• Was the Project Lead and Program Manager for multiple key projects and transitions
• In my previous role I was leading the training operations team along with the teams that manage the administration of the learning and performance management systems for the bank globally

Mar 2009 – Dec 2011 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Being a start -up organization my role involved creating and developing the Talent Management Vertical which included L&D, Employee Engagement, Organizational Development and Performance Management.
• Some Key Projects:
• Designing and executing a Cultural Integration Intervention that covered over 100 senior leaders across the organization.
• Designing the PMS & Competency framework which was recognized as a Group best practice
• Creating the Reward & Recognition framework

Aug 2007 – Sep 2008 · 1 yr 1 mo

• The role was responsible for maintaining the leadership training architecture and conceptualizing new programs based on skill and business requirements. This involved working with learning partners as well as designing content for e-learning and in-house trainings.
• A significant part of the role was developing and building the employer brand through interventions such as career website, campus engagement programs as well as participation in various awards, surveys etc. This also included spearheading the campus recruitment and Management Trainee Program

Mar 2006 – Aug 2007 · 1 yr 5 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Have done projects in the areas of Assessment centers, Employee Satisfaction Survey, Job Evaluation and job description, Design of PMS system and compensation structure and formulation of HR policies and processes.
• Responsible for end to end management of projects including meeting clients, designing proposals and workflows, managing key milestones and reviews.
• Have worked across industries including ITES, retail, Insurance, Auto components and automobiles.

Dec 2004 – Apr 2005 · 4 mos · Chennai

• The role was responsible for training for all divisions in the Southern Region- Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore. This included content development & delivery for In-House training modules and working with external trainers on module development and program delivery.

Apr 2003 – Dec 2004 · 1 yr 8 mos · Taj Mahal Palace & Towers, Mumbai and Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur

• Role included deployment of all HR practices and policies at the unit in alignment to the Corporate guidelines.
• Overseeing all HR roles at the unit including Recruitment, Performance Management, Staff Welfare, R&R and the unit HR scorecard.