Akshay Goharkar

Operations Associate

Nizamabad, Telangana, India10 yrs 5 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Established five cutting-edge Makerspaces across four institutes.
  • Expert in managing and optimizing Makerspace operations.
  • Passionate about fostering creativity and hands-on learning.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Makerspace and Prototyping expert with a focus on educational innovation.

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Core Skills

Team LeadershipProcurementEvent Planning

Other Skills

Customer ServiceLeadershipMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordPublic SpeakingResearchSocial MediaStrategic PlanningTeachingTeamworkTraining

About

Welcome to my profile! With over 7 years of expertise as a dedicated Prototyping and Makerspace Manager, my passion lies in creating innovative spaces that inspire creativity and foster hands-on learning. I have been instrumental in setting up and managing multiple successful Makerspaces, collaborating with various institutes and organizations to understand their unique needs and the aspirations of their students. My key strength lies in providing comprehensive solutions that encompass state-of-the-art machines and tools, including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, woodworking equipment, and a wide array of electronic components. By tailoring the curriculum and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to suit specific requirements, I ensure that these Makerspaces become hotbeds for turning imaginative ideas into tangible prototypes for any hardware project. Throughout my career, I take immense pride in having established five cutting-edge Makerspaces across four prestigious institutes, spanning three states. My success is not merely measured by the physical spaces created, but more importantly, by the transformative impact these Makerspaces have had on the students and the overall learning environment. I am always enthusiastic about staying at the forefront of technological advancements and trends in the world of making, continuously updating my knowledge to provide the most up-to-date advice and guidance. If you are looking to establish a dynamic Makerspace or seeking optimization for an existing one, I am here to collaborate and help you unlock the full potential of your institution's creative minds. Let's connect and explore the endless possibilities of turning ideas into reality through the power of making!

Experience

Kakatiya sandbox

Manager

Jan 2022Present · 4 yrs 2 mos · Nizamabad, Telangana, India

Social MediaTeam LeadershipProcurement

Maker faire hyderabad

2 roles

Lead Organizer

Aug 2019May 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos · Hyderabad Area, India

Event PlanningTeam LeadershipTeamwork

Lead Organizer

Jun 2018Dec 2018 · 6 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Event PlanningTeam LeadershipTeamwork

T-works

Prototype Engineer

May 2018May 2021 · 3 yrs · Hyderabad Area, India

Fan3 (fablab asia network 3rd conference)

Conference Organizer

Jan 2017Nov 2017 · 10 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Event Planning

Riidl

Fablab / Makerspace Instructor

Jul 2016Feb 2018 · 1 yr 7 mos

Event PlanningProcurement

Makermela

Organizer

Jun 2016Mar 2017 · 9 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Event PlanningTeamwork

Tata centre for technology and design, iit bombay

Makerspace Technician

Dec 2014Jun 2016 · 1 yr 6 mos

Procurement

Education

National Institute of Technical and Management Studies, Nagpur

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA — BBA

Jul 2017Oct 2020

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Fab Academy — How to make als mostl Anything

Jan 2016Jan 2016

Vigyan Ashram Pabal

Diploma in Basic Rural Technology (DBRT) — Skill Development

Jan 2014Jan 2015

Vignyan high school bela

High school

Jan 2008Jan 2010

vignya high school bela

high school

Jan 2008Jan 2010

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