Jul 2024 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos · Hyderabad · On-site

• Business Manager (Multi-Brand Retail): Watches & Wearables General Trade - Telangana
• Leading a team, managing Telangana's GT sales, marketing & distribution
• Devising & executing regional marketing/branding strategies for 10+ brands boosting ATV by 10%+
• 60%+ growth in FY26 Q1; 61% International Brands, 70% Titan, 76% Fastrack
• Revived sales trajectory from -5% to +21% YoY growth in FY25, 18%+ SSG; managing 100+ dealers
• FY25 value growth: 149% Kenneth Cole, 108% Anne Klein, 43% Zoop, 28% Sonata, 21% FT, 20% Titan
• Delivered 40%+ sales growth through targeted store upgrades and strategic branding interventions
• Formulating targets, ROI projections, VM strategy; optimizing product mix to align w. demand patterns
• Managing field sales, schemes, trade mktg., incentives, & complaint resolution; acquired 20+ dealers

Jul 2024 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos · India · Remote

• Signed a 2-year MOU to provide insights and advice on consulting projects undertaken by SRCRC.
• Shri Ram Consulting and Research Centre is a research and consulting firm managed by students of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC).

Apr 2024 – Jun 2024 · 2 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• TAS Stint 4: Export Strategy
• Building an export strategy for increasing global presence of sodium bicarbonate:
• Conducted market analysis; defined qualitative, quantitative metrics to target nations & calculate profitability
• Built scoring model to select high potential regions for all bicarbonate variants; analyzed market size, price, CAGR%, SCM costs, net return, political stability, trade agreements, regulations & competitor prices for 30+ nations: identified top 10
• Highlighted key stakeholders in export process, licensing requirements & variable costs in target nations

Jan 2024 – Apr 2024 · 3 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• TAS Stint 3: Supply Chain Strategy & Financial Modeling (Tata TISCON)
• Setting up profitable distribution to North Indian states from upcoming Ludhiana plant and developing Warehousing Strategy:
• Performed advanced excel financial & logistics modeling for supply chain & warehousing strategy
• Integrated CapEx/OpEx data of existing facilities to project future costs and RoCE% of all facilities
• Designed multiple scenarios for rebar bending, proposed supply chain method with savings of ₹13 Crore+/year; CapEx recovery in <6 years
• Built dashboard identifying new warehousing location(s), bending capacity needed & model to adopt
• Collaborated with SMs, identified area-wise issues & built live projects; conducted hiring from 5+ IIMs

Dec 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos · India · Hybrid

• Scholaride Consulting is a pan India student-run consulting organization with students from top tech colleges like IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kanpur, BITS Pilani, etc., and prominent DU colleges including St. Stephen's, SRCC, SSCBS, LSR etc.
• An advisory board overseeing work quality and the overall direction of the organization comprises alumni from top management institutes (IIM ABC) who are currently working with firms like Tata Group, McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan etc.
• The organization is presently engaged in projects with reputed companies and is planning to scale up massively from 2024 Q1.

Oct 2023 – Jan 2024 · 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• TAS Stint 2: Office of Chief Customer Experience Officer, CX Transformation & Brand Launch
• Global Brand Management & Cutover/Launch:
• Spearheaded development, sampling, testing & final/mass production of 20+ new/re-designed brand assets in collaboration with vendors globally
• Championed end-to-end analysis of supply chain across operational airports, utilizing dynamic passenger traffic data to optimize monthly allocations of boarding passes
• Directed execution & placement of brand assets across 80+ airports globally, ensuring compliance with brand launch deadlines. Secured government permissions, orchestrated asset transportation, and oversaw final placements
• Managed complete Mumbai and Hyderabad airports’ brand launch: 96-hour long on-ground effort; liaised with airport teams, govt. agencies, vendors, and ensured all assets were placed in time
• Collaborated with airport managers, ground handling teams, and relevant agencies, achieving a synchronized & impactful worldwide brand launch
• Developed SOP for brand asset usage across all airports, ensuring uniformity in brand representation
• Collaborated with multiple teams & C-Suite officials to ensure new designs adhered to brand guidelines
• Strategic Project Management:
• Served as POC between Air India and Tata Elxsi (onboarded as design consultants)
• Conducted comprehensive brand asset survey across 60+ airports globally
• Facilitated physical & virtual recces across airports globally, providing critical CX insights that enhanced global implementation
• Innovative Initiatives:
• Worked on bassinet booking issue identified through customer feedback data analysis; proposed booking system that automatically allocates them to passengers travelling with infants on FCFS basis
• Proposed the Destination Information System (DIS): conducting CX-driven interactive sessions in waiting areas to provide passengers with info on their destinations; developed SOP for the same

Jul 2023 – Oct 2023 · 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• TAS Stint 1: Office of Global Program Director, Strategy
• Digital Empowers - Policy, Stakeholder, and Trends Analysis:
• Researched & identified 100+ key national & specific state level policies/schemes in literacy, education, job skilling, and entrepreneurship relevant to achieving goals through B2G partnerships
• Analyzed & benchmarked SDG targets & performance in India, at the national level and for individual states
• Conducted competitive analyses of 5+ top Indian IT companies with active CSR programs; identified, analyzed & processed key initiatives, outcomes, impact, targeted populations, communication strategies, and ESG pillars & priorities
• Identified decision making stakeholders in government and other relevant bodies who inform, influence or are aligned towards the future development of these policies
• Developed policy recommendations in collaboration with top leaders

Jun 2023 – Oct 2023 · 4 mos

• Mentoring MBA students in need of guidance in their B-School journey, particularly for their placements (summer internships & final placements)

May 2023 – Jun 2023 · 1 mo

• Formulated marketing initiatives to increase student reviews to gain deeper insights on Indian MBA colleges
• Enhanced reach on YouTube channel by formulating content & digital marketing plan
• Secured transparent & detailed placement data to combat falsified & inflated reports released by colleges
• Optimized college reviews process on website
• Collegedunia is an extensive search engine for students, parents, and education industry players who seek information on the higher education sector in India and abroad. CollegeDunia has been created to fulfill a vision of empowering students with knowledge so that they make a wiser decision while choosing their career and alma mater.

Jun 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · India · On-site

• Selected to be a part of TAS (2023 Cadre: 67th Batch), the flagship leadership program for early-career young talent that grooms them for leadership at the prestigious Tata Group which includes over 100 independent companies; only 40+/1L+ applicants selected from top B-schools across India.
• Stint 1: TCS (Tata Consultancy Services) - Office of Global Program Director, Strategy
• Stint 2: Air India - Office of Chief Customer Experience Officer, CX Transformation & Brand Launch
• Stint 3: Tata Steel - Supply Chain Strategy & Financial Modeling (Tata TISCON)
• Stint 4: Tata Chemicals - Export Strategy
• Stint 5: Titan - Business Manager (Watches & Wearables)
• The Tata Administrative Service (TAS) was conceived by JRD Tata, the late chairman of the Tata group, in 1956. His dream was to select and groom some of the best young Indians, provide them opportunities for professional growth, and use that pool of talent as a group resource, one that could be tapped by companies across the Tata organization. The program aims to create a talent pipeline of leaders who would steer the Group companies and make them stronger - fortifying the Tata Group as well as contributing to nation-building by providing cross-geography, cross-functional and cross-industry exposure to its officers.

Jun 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · India · On-site

• Selected to be a part of TAS (2023 Cadre: 67th Batch), the flagship leadership program for early-career young talent that grooms them for leadership at the prestigious Tata Group which includes over 100 independent companies; only 40+/1L+ applicants selected from top B-schools across India.
• The Tata Administrative Service (TAS) was conceived by JRD Tata, the late chairman of the Tata group, in 1956. His dream was to select and groom some of the best young Indians, provide them opportunities for professional growth, and use that pool of talent as a group resource, one that could be tapped by companies across the Tata organization. The program aims to create a talent pipeline of leaders who would steer the Group companies and make them stronger - fortifying the Tata Group as well as contributing to nation-building by providing cross-geography, cross-functional and cross-industry exposure to its officers.

Apr 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo · India · Remote

• Attained 70k+ followers, 70 Million+ views and 500k+ likes as of October, 2025. Started posting actively around mid-2023. The broad content themes I usually explore are: MBA, management, fitness, and the navigation of corporate life.
• I've collaborated with multiple companies, colleges, and channels for judging competitions, guest speaker engagements, podcasts, panel discussions, and other collaborations. These include:
• Tata Group
• Meesho
• Sony Liv
• LG
• TIME
• 180 Degrees Consulting
• The Impact Project
• IIT Guwahati
• NMIMS Mumbai
• SRCC (DU)
• LSR (DU)
• Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (DU)
• Hansraj College (DU)
• Shaheed Bhagat Singh (DU)
• Miranda House (DU)
• SGTB Khalsa College (DU)
• Kirori Mal College (DU)
• Kamla Nehru College (DU)
• Daulat Ram College (DU)
• Sri Venkateswara College (DU)
• MESA School of Business
• Christ University
• Chitkara University
• KAGR
• Ashoka University
• Collegedunia
• Gatsby's Gyan
• IIM Ke Baad
• Seekamentor

Apr 2023 – Jun 2023 · 2 mos · India · Remote

• Seekamentor is a learning and mentorship platform which helps students and professionals achieve their career goals. They can help you connect with the top 1% of industry experts who have gone through the same path that you’re pursuing. They provide 1:1 mentorship programs, cohort courses, workshops, and resources to guide you towards your professional goals.
• I hosted their "Industry Connect" podcast.

Oct 2022 – Dec 2022 · 2 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · Remote

• Project Objective: Work with the USA Growth Team in brand management, B2B partnerships, and business development through a multi-platform approach.
• Devised penetration strategy to achieve 32% increase in consumer base
• Accomplished 1.8X RoAS, 10M+ reach by redesigning digital communication for 'new parent' TG
• Generated $0.2M sales via affiliate & product mktg.; Pioneered 15+ USA influencer & B2B collabs w. 50M+ reach
• Boosted funnel conversion rate by 48%, used affinity mapping to build cohorts with high conversion probability
• Founded in 2010 by a team of Computer Science grads from MIT to inspire a generation of young innovators worldwide. For 8 years, CampK12 worked with schools and companies like Google and Adobe to bring hands-on coding boot camps to students aged 5 - 18 in the classroom. In 2018, they launched Live online programs in 30+ countries with 200k+ students.

Jul 2022 – Sep 2022 · 2 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

• Project Title : Benchmarking current RTM network of United Biscuits (McVitie’s) in India against 1000/2000cr FMCG players and defining the way forward
• Benchmarked urban & rural RTM network of United Biscuits: McVitie's against ₹1000cr+ FMCG players in India
• Conceptualized loyalty programs, curated ideal distributor profiles based on infra./financial capabilities
• Determined entry cities (Nielsen analysis) via direct distribution/hub-spoke model; identified 52 priority cities
• Benchmarked salesmen efficiency & value; conducted market visits to improve push strategies
• Pladis Global is a British confectionery and snack foods company encompassing United Biscuits, Ülker, Godiva Chocolatier and DeMet’s Candy Company. It was formed in January 2016 as a subsidiary of Yıldız Holding with its headquarters in London, England.

Jun 2022 – Dec 2022 · 6 mos · India · Remote

• 100k+ views, 4k+ likes, 700+ followers within the first 10 days.
• 350k+ views, 3.5k+ followers, 17k+ likes
• In July 2020, MX Player launched the short video app MX TakaTak. The app has more than 150 million active users. MX Takatak merged with ShareChat’s Moj to create India's largest short video platform.

Apr 2022 – Jun 2022 · 2 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• Worked directly under the COO and handled projects under Product Programming Team, International Business & Gaming Team and Digital Marketing Team.
• 1. Product Programming:
• Planned pre/post show launch activities; campaign creation and content optimization
• Worked with Google Ad Manager and mapped daily growth/reach on Excel
• Conceptualized actionable product based initiatives
• 2. International Business & Gaming:
• Strategized with the MXP Team and cryptocurrency experts to explore opportunities to launch a Coin.
• Created an actionable roadmap for an ICO (Initial Coin Offering) for the coin.
• Conducted research around cryptocurrency, blockchain tech and ICO/IDO plans.
• 3. Digital Marketing:
• Designed comprehensive marketing plan for 2 new web shows with cross-platform digital marketing approach
• Conceptualized and added marketable elements to the show; worked on overall show structure
• Conducted competitor analysis, studied digital marketing strategies and overall social media presence; created viable strategies for MX Player
• Analysed operational social media handles of MX Player and optimized their performance.
• Amazon MX Player is one of the world’s top video players, and one of India’s largest video on demand and over-the-top streaming services. The platform currently operates on an ad-supported model.

Mar 2022 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

• Official LGBTQIA+ support group of IIM Calcutta. We strive for inclusivity, diversity and equity🏳️‍🌈
• Conceptualized and organized first-ever Pride Parade to happen in any IIM, covered by Times of India (news clipping in attached media below)
• Conducted Pride Corp Case Competition 2022, 4000+ registrations on Unstop, managed budget of ₹50K+
• Conceptualized & executed a body positivity sticker campaign across campus; Managed the club's social media

Feb 2022 – Jan 2023 · 11 mos · Sonipat, Haryana, India · Remote

• The Ashoka Alumni Student Mentorship program: Selected as an alumni mentor to provide personal, professional, and or career-related guidance to current Ashoka University students (MA, MLS, YIF, ASP and 3rd year undergraduates).

Jan 2022 – Feb 2022 · 1 mo · India · Remote

• Sidd Ahmed Inc. aims to groom students to be a future business professional by educating them about the prerequisites that are required to step into the corporate world. This includes top skills needed for success, the importance of effective communication, tips regarding interviews, and interpersonal skills through various resources like videos, creative stills, podcasts, and short stories. I was a part of the brand strategy team.

Nov 2021 – Mar 2022 · 4 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

Aug 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 9 mos · India · Hybrid

• Use my code - LONGVAHH to get a discount!
• Myprotein is a British online retailer based in Cheshire, UK that manufactures sports nutrition products and gym clothing, including supplements, protein powders, vitamins and high-protein foods and snacks. It is a subsidiary of The Hut Group. As an ambassador, I represent the brand on social media, propagate its core values, and promote their products/services.

Aug 2021 – Mar 2022 · 7 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

Aug 2021 – Nov 2021 · 3 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

• 7 Lakes Fest is the international college fest of IIM Calcutta- combining the legacy of 28 years of Intaglio (business summit), Carpe diem (cultural fest), & 7 lakes run (sports). Spread across three days, 7 Lakes Fest is the most prominent college fest of IIM Calcutta. As a sponsorship team member, As a sponsorship team member, I liaised with multiple brands to secure sponsors and form collaborations for the fest.

Aug 2021 – Aug 2021 · 0 mo · Taipei City, Taiwan

• Indian delegate to HPAIR Taipei Asia Conference 2021: Reinventing with Resilience. HPAIR's Asia Conference is Harvard University's largest annual student event in Asia. The Harvard College Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) was founded in 1991 to create a forum of exchange for students and young professionals to discuss and learn about the most important economic, political, and social issues facing the Asia-Pacific region.

Jun 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 11 mos · India

Feb 2014 – Jun 2021 · 7 yrs 4 mos · India

• TerraGlobe Holdings Ltd. is an agricultural and private security enterprise, specializing in the cultivation and export of premium plants. With a commitment to excellence, we own and operate our own farms, ensuring the highest standards of quality and sustainability in every step of the cultivation process.
• As a global player in the agricultural industry, we are dedicated to meeting the demands of international markets. We leverage our extremely skilled team of professionals and our country-wide network to produce top-tier plants for export. Our focus extends beyond borders, and we take pride in delivering superior products to 5+ countries worldwide (India, Canada, USA, Netherlands, Spain).
• Our commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as a trusted source for premium plant exports, contributing to the growth and success of our clients and partners across the globe.

May 2021 – Apr 2022 · 11 mos · India · Remote

• 1/200 Fitness Influencers selected on national level for 1 yr contract by HealthyNinja worth ₹6L+.
• HealthyNinja offers a subscription based service where the users can buy a membership for 3 months / 6 months / 12 months which gives them access to premium online 1-on-1 live sessions with certified fitness trainers, nutritionists and a host of other premium services enabling them to workout at home. The subscription packs offer variations in health and fitness services designed specifically for the Indian market, many of which have not been introduced in India until now.

May 2021 – May 2021 · 0 mo · Delhi, India · Hybrid

• Researched and generated lists of potential customers.
• Provided input on customer briefs, presentations, and sales literature.
• Helped develop client relationships and retain existing accounts.
• Assisted in evaluating new sponsorship opportunities.
• MyCaptain is a platform that provides a generation of learners with all the tools needed to learn, grow and develop the skills required to make informed career choices.

Mar 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 2 mos · India · Remote

• Achieved 25 Million+ views and 25k+ followers on fitness/lifestyle themed content.

Mar 2021 – May 2021 · 2 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• Designed GTM strategy & business plan; identified and analyzed key market trends with primary research
• Performed competitive benchmarking across 10+ D2C and E-com Players; identified major market gaps
• Solved sourcing logistics, secured 5 vendors (Tamil Nadu); analyzed inventory & slashed wastage by 32%
• Improved bottomline by ₹1.4L+ with cost reduction; boosted sales by 38% via Instagram and Google Ads
• Dark Gray is a D2C Fashion Startup which specializes in street wear apparel and sneakers.

Jan 2021 – Jun 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos · India · Remote

• Achieved 600k+ views from 60+ answers as of June 2022
• Quora is a social question-and-answer website. Users can collaborate by editing questions and commenting on answers that have been submitted by other users.

Jan 2021 – Feb 2021 · 1 mo · Delhi, India · Hybrid

• Enhanced social media reach of clients by 42% in 1 month; curated clients' 30-day social media calendars
• Liaised with 4 clients with combined value of ₹1Cr+; individually operated client's social media accounts
• Increased company's Instagram reach by 46% in 1 month; trained directly under Senior Brand Manager
• Propacity is a fast-growing prop-tech company aimed at revolutionizing real estate with trust, talent, and technology.

Dec 2019 – May 2021 · 1 yr 5 mos · India

• Modelled for magazine advertisements, Instagram Ads and Amazon/Myntra Product photos for 10+ companies.

Aug 2019 – Jul 2020 · 11 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

• Awarded LoR by GM of Tinder India; Campus Rep for Tinder, 50K+ Instagram accounts reached.
• Coordinated with professionals and arranged venues for company events to ensure optimal exposure.
• Brainstormed with other representatives to plan and execute online advertisement campaigns.
• Represented the brand and increased its reach on social media platforms such as Instagram.
• Collaborated with colleges to have on-campus events that enhanced brand reach.
• Tinder developed a dating application designed to make it easy for people to get connected with each other for romantic pursuits.

May 2007 – Mar 2020 · 12 yrs 10 mos · India