Jan 2021 – Feb 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

• Program Strategy | Partnerships | Leadership Development: Designed and scaled national programs on youth innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, managing cross-sector partnerships with corporates, consultants, and nonprofits. Led flagship initiatives such as #RestartIndia, supporting 300+ micro and nano entrepreneurs to achieve a 21% rise in customer reach and 17% growth in market access, and the Salesforce program, engaging 250 marginalized youth and graduating 20 fellows with a 95% NPS.

Aug 2020 – Dec 2020 · 4 mos

• Impact Program Design & Execution – Founded and built the Impact vertical at INK, hiring and leading a team to design and scale programs on youth innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Within five months, transitioned to a higher role, taking on business development and strategic direction, while delivering flagship initiatives like #RestartIndia that created measurable impact for micro-entrepreneurs and marginalized youth.

Aug 2017 – Aug 2020 · 3 yrs · Greater Hyderabad Area

• In a fast-scaling startup environment, I established an audit-compliant, state-of-the-art 7,000 sq. ft manufacturing facility from the ground up, leading a 40-member team and consistently achieving audit scores of 95% and above.
• I designed, implemented, and audited the company’s first internal ERP system, improving productivity and resource utilisation by over 80%, and developed SOPs for HR, operations, and client management, enabling the retention of key B2B clients including EA, Salesforce, Zenoti, and F5.
• I also negotiated the outsourcing of B2C logistics to enhance delivery efficiency. On the business development front, I conceptualised retention activities for existing B2B accounts to strengthen alliances and ensure smooth operations, instituted cross-departmental review processes to improve accountability and efficiency, and drove corporate engagement programs.
• Additionally, I led consumer outreach through flagship events such as Stay Natural and Morning Riser, expanding brand visibility and deepening customer engagement.

Mar 2015 – Feb 2016 · 11 mos

• Led scientific publication initiatives by collaborating with the product development team to draft high-quality scientific content and research manuscripts. Acted as the liaison between the writing and research teams, ensuring alignment on content accuracy and readiness for publication. Managed project timelines, coordinated cross-team deliverables, and provided regular progress updates to senior management, ensuring timely delivery of all manuscript projects.

Mar 2010 – Feb 2016 · 5 yrs 11 mos

• IP strategy across emerging markets, developing invalidation and non-infringement opinions to safeguard product launches and reduce litigation risk. Conducted patent landscaping, portfolio planning, and patentability evaluations, resulting in successful filings. Delivered Freedom-to-Operate and clearance reports, enabling R&D to pursue alternative processes and secure compliant market entry for key products.

Jan 2007 – Jan 2009 · 2 yrs · East Lansing

• Conducted biweekly review classes for 150 students, developing innovative session plans that earned positive feedback from both students and instructors. Designed exam questions adopted by faculty and maintained an average rating of 8.5/10 from student attendees.

Aug 2006 – Jul 2007 · 11 mos · Greater Delhi Area

• Developed SOPs for R&D processes (enzyme activation estimation) and tested the feasibility of producing protease, amylase, and lipase from isolated microorganisms. Conceptualized, planned, and optimized the protease production process, enhancing efficiency and scalability.