Parth Tayade — Co-Founder

Hello there, Parth here. I am a final year undergraduate at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Production and Industrial Engineering. My current interests revolve around the realms of Product Management, Finance, and Management. Beyond the academic arena, I find solace in the harmonies of music and the profound narratives of autobiographies, which serve as a constant source of inspiration and introspection. As an avid reader, I love to delve into the lives of remarkable individuals (Steve Jobs being a personal favorite of mine), drawing insights and lessons from their journeys. Engaging in intellectually stimulating discussions is one of my favorite pastimes, particularly on topics related to the complexities of politics and geopolitics, and the ever-evolving landscapes of technology and science. I thrive on the exchange of ideas and perspectives, constantly seeking to broaden my understanding of the world around me. In essence, I am a student, an enthusiast, and a seeker of knowledge, driven by a genuine passion for both the technical and human aspects of our ever-changing world. As I navigate through the dynamic landscape of both engineering and life, I am driven by a relentless curiosity and an insatiable thirst for knowledge. Join me on this journey of exploration, where the confluence of technology, management, and a keen interest in the world's complexities creates a tapestry that defines who I am.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a versatile candidate in Event Management and Public Relations with a strong foundation in Finance.

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Experience: 3 yrs 3 mos

Skills

Public Relations
Marketing Strategy
Event Management
Public Speaking
Financial Management
Financial Planning

Career Highlights

Led a PR organization of 85+ members.
Executed a marketing strategy for a flagship event.
Achieved record participation in major events.

Work Experience

Cognizance, IIT Roorkee

Advisory (6 mos)

Public Relations Manager (1 yr 1 mo)

Senior Public Relations Executive (11 mos)

Public Relations Executive (10 mos)

Geek Gazette

Finance Executive (2 yrs 4 mos)

Finance Team Member (7 mos)

Hostel Affairs Council, IIT Roorkee

Content Team Member (1 yr)

Institute Alumni Relations Cell, IIT-Roorkee

Editorial Team Member (2 yrs 11 mos)

NATIONAL CADET CORPS - India

Cadet (6 mos)

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

CBSE at Ryan International School

Parth Tayade

Co-Founder

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India3 yrs 3 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Led a PR organization of 85+ members.
Executed a marketing strategy for a flagship event.
Achieved record participation in major events.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a versatile candidate in Event Management and Public Relations with a strong foundation in Finance.

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Skills

Core Skills

Public RelationsMarketing StrategyEvent ManagementPublic SpeakingFinancial ManagementFinancial Planning

Other Skills

Caption WritingCareer DevelopmentChange ManagementContent WritingCreative Content CreationDigital MarketingEvent PlanningFinanceFinancial AnalysisFinancial MarketsManagementMarket ResearchMarketingOrganizational CultureProduct Life Cycle

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Experience

Cognizance, iit roorkee

4 roles

Advisory

Sep 2025 – Present · 6 mos

Public Relations Manager

Promoted

Sep 2024 – Oct 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

1) Led a 4-tier PR organisation of 85+ members, scaling outreach by onboarding 1,100+ Campus Ambassadors across 220+ colleges, directly engaging 13,000+ students.
3) Designed and executed marketing strategy for Armageddon Robowars (flagship event), delivering record participation (20+ teams, 40+ bots) through targeted outreach and positioning.
4) Drove ticketing operations as a revenue function developed pricing, discounting, and analytics strategy, boosting sales and optimising revenue streams.
5) Directed PR for 50+ events under a 1.5 Cr national tech fest, amplifying brand visibility, student participation, and pan-India engagement.
6) Strengthened Cognizance's digital presence by curating and publishing the official Wikipedia page of Cognizance, improving credibility and discoverability.

Public RelationsEvent ManagementEvent PlanningMarketingMarketing Strategy

Senior Public Relations Executive

Promoted

Oct 2023 – Sep 2024 · 11 mos

1) Played an active role in expanding the reach of the Student Partnership Programme, increasing representation from colleges across India and strengthening Cognizance’s network nationwide.
2) Spearheaded promotions and outreach across multiple Indian states, resulting in a remarkable 47% increase in overall participation compared to the previous year.
3) Organized the Punjab Zonals of Cognizance, significantly boosting participation from Punjab and enhancing engagement with regional institutions.
4) Conducted impactful promotional trips to key cities like Chandigarh, Jaipur, and various parts of Punjab, increasing the festival’s visibility and participation.
5) Served as the Event Organizer for Armageddon – The Robowars Event, the flagship event of Cognizance 2024, which recorded the highest participation in its history. Apart from participation from across India, teams from Nepal participated too (another first for the event).
6) Played an instrumental role in ensuring the smooth execution of Cognizance 2024, effectively managing operations and coordination to deliver a seamless and memorable experience for all stakeholders.
This experience allowed me to develop strong leadership, strategic planning, and event management skills while contributing to the success of one of Asia’s largest technical festivals.

Public RelationsPublic SpeakingEvent ManagementEvent PlanningMarketingMarketing Strategy

Public Relations Executive

Dec 2022 – Oct 2023 · 10 mos

1) Part of the Central Organizing Team of Cognizance ’23, IIT Roorkee’s Annual Technical Festival and one of Asia’s largest tech fests, featuring 60+ events with prize money worth INR 50 Lakhs.
2) Built and managed a database of institutes and students to streamline outreach and participation.
3) Represented Cognizance on promotional trips across premier institutes including VJTI, DJSCE, SPIT (Mumbai), NSUT (Delhi), and Amity University (Greater Noida).
4) Facilitated MoUs with Deans of several institutes, strengthening inter-institutional collaboration.
5) Co-manned the control desk on Days 0–2, managing operations and addressing queries for 700+ participants.
6) Assisted participants with accommodation support, ensuring a smooth festival experience.
7) Co-organized “Armageddon” (robot wars), one of the flagship events, hosting top robotics teams from across India.
8) Gained hands-on experience in event management, stakeholder engagement, time management, and public speaking, contributing to the overall success of the festival.

Product ManagementMarket ResearchPublic SpeakingEvent PlanningMarketingPublic Relations+2

Geek gazette

2 roles

Finance Executive

Nov 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos · Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

Finance Team Member

Apr 2023 – Nov 2023 · 7 mos · Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

As a member of the Finance Vertical of Geek Gazette, which is the Students' Technical Magazine of IIT Roorkee, I am responsible for managing the financial aspects of the publication. My role includes budgeting, financial forecasting, market research and monitoring the expenses of the magazine to ensure that it functions smoothly within its financial constraints.
In addition to this my job also entails bringing in revenue for the magazine through advertisers and also looking for newer streams of revenue. I also collaborate with other members of the publication to ensure its smooth day to day functioning, and also take active participation in conducting events and initiatives.

Financial PlanningMarketing StrategyManagementFinancial ManagementFinancial Analysis

Hostel affairs council, iit roorkee

Content Team Member

Jun 2023 – Jun 2024 · 1 yr · Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India · On-site

1)Drafted official proposals, communication mails, and content for social media platforms, ensuring clarity and stakeholder alignment.
2) Managed end-to-end execution of multiple hostel council events, coordinating with diverse teams and vendors for smooth operations.
3) Strengthened engagement by designing structured communication strategies, enhancing visibility and participation across hostel initiatives.
4) Gained hands-on experience in stakeholder management, problem-solving, and strategic communication.

Content WritingEvent ManagementEvent Planning

Institute alumni relations cell, iit-roorkee

Editorial Team Member

Apr 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

Worked as a Coordinator at Institute Alumni Relations Cell (IARC), IIT Roorkee. IARC is the alumni relations cell of IIT Roorkee, it works under the aegis of the Dean of Resources and Alumni Affairs. At IARC, our work is to connect the alumni with their alma mater and form meaningful connections and relationships. My work at IARC included:
1) Writing captions for posts of IARC on various social media platforms (like LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.).
2) Played a pivotal role in managing and coordinating various initiatives of IARC such as the Alumni Career Talks, Mock Interviews, Class Song '24 and Alumni Newsletter.
3) Also co-hosted the second Alumni Career Talk that was given by Shri Hari Babu Srivastava (Former Director General, DRDO and Visiting Professor at IIT Delhi).
4) Wrote content for IITRDF (IIT Roorkee Development Foundation) website.

Public SpeakingEvent PlanningCaption WritingProposal WritingManagementCreative Content Creation+1