Aryan Agarwal — Associate Consultant
Aryan Agarwal is a Policy Analyst at the OECD, where he has been instrumental in analyzing industrial policies. His expertise extends to identifying circular economy policies, applying sustainability principles to tackle industrial challenges, and developing a policy dashboard to enhance decision-making through data visualization. His journey at the OECD began as a Research and Data Intern, where he utilized SQL & STATA to conduct an analytical study on innovation and funding trends across 110 million firms, offering evidence-based policy recommendations. His prior policy engagements include internships at the World Bank and United Nations (ESCAP). Aryan’s versatility can be gauged through his experience in the venture capital industry. As an Investment Analyst with VU Venture Partners, he worked closely with technology startups, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by early-stage companies. He developed investment theses in sustainability, fintech, and blockchain sectors and built a robust network across 200+ funds and incubators. His experience has been instrumental in expanding his practical understanding of the technology landscape, honing his skills in evaluating startups, understanding industry trends, and making investment decisions. He is also passionate about policy and regulatory aspects of technology, which he believes are crucial for the sustainable growth of the tech industry. Aryan has studied and built a strong foundation in International Economic Policy at Sciences Po Paris. His multifaceted career demonstrates his commitment to driving sustainable economic growth and public policies. He is keen to leverage his skills and experiences to make a global impact. If you’re working on something exciting, Aryan would love to hear from you at aryan.agarwal@oecd.org
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Policy Analyst with expertise in sustainable development and venture capital.
Experience: 7 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Policy Analysis
- Economic Data Analysis
- Venture Capital
- Financial Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Strategy
- Entrepreneurship
- Project Management
- Sustainable Development
- Market Research
- Report Writing
- Business Strategy
- Innovation Management
- Analytical Skills
- Research
Career Highlights
- Expert in analyzing industrial and circular economy policies.
- Developed investment theses in fintech and blockchain sectors.
- Strong foundation in International Economic Policy from Sciences Po.
Work Experience
OECD - OCDE
Policy Analyst (2 yrs 5 mos)
VU Venture Partners
Investment Analyst (1 yr 1 mo)
OECD - OCDE
Research and Data Trainee (2 mos)
The World Bank
Student Consultant (4 mos)
United Nations ESCAP
Research Intern (Macroeconomics) (2 mos)
Tata Trusts
District Lead, National Nutrition Mission (7 mos)
Professional Assistance For Development Action (PRADAN)
Associate Researcher (7 mos)
OP Jindal University
Research Analyst (11 mos)
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Research Intern (1 mo)
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
Research Intern (1 mo)
Qrius (formerly The Indian Economist)
Senior Manager (2 yrs 1 mo)
Education
Master's degree at Sciences Po
B.Sc. Economics Research with Management Studies minor at Shiv Nadar University
Bachelor's degree (Exchange Semester) at University of Guelph
Anubhav Lecture Series at Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago
Nuclear Nonproliferation Education and Research Center at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
