Jan 2022 – Aug 2024 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Apr 2019 – Jan 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Gurgaon, India

• Built Longwalks, a mental health-focused social app, from scratch
• Launched Guided Conversations, offering unique self-expression avenues, rolled out diverse categories like Mindful, Dating, and Quarantine
• Boosted W1 retention by 32% and W4 by 18%, upped inviter conversion by 60%
• Pivoted to UGC, letting users share and follow content
• Created Clubs, a space for like-minded user interaction, managed GTM, adding diverse content creators from Art to Humor
• Sped up velocity to reach ASN >1 by 56% and ASN >3 by 44%, enhanced overall user engagement by 52% and W1 retention by 24%
• Launched Gather, an app with in-person games and conversations, earned Apple feature for tackling race-related social issues

Jan 2018 – Apr 2019 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Directed the full-cycle development of CMS, enabling more than 16,000 daily content activities.
• Pioneered a market-aligned content app, encapsulating both short-term and long-term strategic positioning.
• Unified cross-functional teams in Design, Engineering, and Content to ensure premium product delivery.

Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 · 11 mos

• Led end-to-end content lifecycle, ensuring quality and impact.
• Drove GTM strategy for Hike Discover, diversifying content by onboarding creators across niche sectors.
• Unveiled UGC in Timeline/Stories, boosting Average Social Network and content consumption rates, thereby elevating retention.
• Cultivated and managed a robust network of 500+ social media influencers.

Dec 2015 – Dec 2016 · 1 yr

• Executed razor-sharp market analysis to pinpoint optimal partners; cultivated enduring relationships.
• Amplified Hike News impact, driving a 30% uptick in average Time Spent through data-backed recommendations.
• Orchestrated experiments focused on content, resulting in heightened user engagement and retention.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams of Product Managers, Analysts, and Content Creators for holistic outcomes.

Jun 2015 – Aug 2015 · 2 mos · Hyderabad Area, India · On-site

• Spearheaded creation of pitchbooks to aid Investment Bankers in high-stakes Capital Raising and M&A deals.
• Mastered financial analysis using Excel, focusing on company comparables and peer market performance.
• Executed benchmarking initiatives, comparing companies relative to their industry peer group.
• Expertise in harnessing premium data sources like Factset, Thomson Research, and Factiva for deep analysis.

May 2013 – Jul 2013 · 2 mos · Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · On-site

• Spearheaded a pivotal initiative titled “Leading Change: Enhancing Accessibility in India Through Insights Gained in Developed Nations” by organizing and managing a group visit of 12 specially-abled students to the University of Edinburgh.
• Coordinated the logistics and educational activities, focusing on experiential learning to gather actionable insights on accessibility improvements.
• Facilitated interactions and collaborations with accessibility experts and academics, aiming to implement best practices in Delhi’s public spaces.
• Led a team in designing and proposing innovative accessibility solutions, significantly impacting community engagement and policy planning.

Aug 2012 – Jun 2015 · 2 yrs 10 mos · New Delhi Area, India

• Led the planning and execution of Kirori Mal College's standout Annual Commerce Fest, recognized across the University of Delhi.
• Supervised a 60-member student team, overseeing marketing efforts, securing sponsorships, and liaising with college authorities.
• Orchestrated national-level college festivals with a budget exceeding ₹50 lakhs.