Manali Kulkarni

Talent Acquisition Manager

Pune City, Maharashtra, India4 yrs 11 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

Mentored over 1500 professionals in data and analytics.
Consistently rated 5★ for clarity and empathy.
Expert in translating technical skills into career success.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data Science and Analytics professional with a strong coaching background.

Contact

manalikulkarni.business@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Career Development CoachingData ScienceData AnalyticsData VisualizationData AnalysisData IntegrityTeachingStatisticsMachine Learning

Other Skills

SQLPythonExcelPower BIBI toolsProgrammingGoogle Data StudioBrand MarketingStatistical Data AnalysisSoft Skills TrainingArtificial Intelligence (AI)Process EngineeringStakeholder EngagementCross-team CollaborationMicrosoft Excel

About

I help data and analytics professionals stop feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or underconfident and start making clear, confident career decisions. Most people don’t struggle because they lack skills. They struggle because they don’t know how to position, explain, or apply what they already know. That’s where I come in. What I do I work with students, freshers, and working professionals in Data Science, Analytics, and Tech to help them: - Translate technical skills into interview-ready stories - Build clarity around career direction and role fit - Strengthen decision-making, confidence, and communication - Align skills + mindset + market expectations How I do it - Through 1:1 coaching, structured action plans, and practical frameworks covering: - SQL, Python, Statistics, Excel, Power BI - Interview strategy & resume framing - Career clarity, self-doubt, and confidence building Proof of work - Mentored 1000+ professionals globally - Consistently rated 5★ on Topmate - Helped candidates land roles across Data Analytics, Data Science, and related tech roles - Collaborated with education and data brands on content and strategy I believe careers grow fastest when technical ability meets clarity and confidence. If you’re a professional looking to grow in data & analytics or a brand aligned with career growth, let’s connect.

Experience

4 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 4 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 4 mos

Current Experience

Confidential

2 roles

Senior Project Associate

Promoted

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos

Project Associate - Data Analytics

Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr

1. Delivered analytics and automation solutions supporting time-sensitive business workflows
2. Analyzed and visualized datasets using Python, SQL, Excel, and BI tools
3. Contributed to process efficiency improvements through automation and structured reporting
4. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely insights

PythonSQLExcelBI toolsData AnalyticsData Visualization

Topmate.io

Career Coach - AI | Data Science

Jul 2024 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos

1. Mentored 1000+ data and analytics professionals (students, freshers, and working professionals) across different career stages
2. Designed structured 1:1 action plans focused on interview strategy, resume framing, and career decision-making
3. Helped clients translate SQL, Python, Statistics, Excel, and Power BI skills into clear, impact-driven narratives
4. Supported career transitions into Data Analyst, Data Scientist, and related analytics roles
5. Consistently rated 5★ on Topmate, with strong feedback for clarity, empathy, and practical guidance
6. Known for helping professionals overcome self-doubt and confusion while building confidence aligned with market expectations

Career Development CoachingSQLPythonStatisticsExcelPower BI+1

Nielseniq

Data Analyst

Jan 2022 – Dec 2023 · 1 yr 11 mos · Vadodara, Gujarat, India

1. Ensured data accuracy and integrity for large-scale, recurring data pipelines
2. Led a critical data delivery initiative, meeting strict weekly deadlines
3. Worked with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve data issues efficiently
4. Used Python, SQL, Excel, and enterprise tools to support BAU operations

PythonSQLExcelData AnalysisData Integrity

N.d.m.v.p.samajs arts,science & commerce college, cidco,nashik 422009

Assistant Professor - Statistics

May 2021 – Jan 2022 · 8 mos · Nashik, Maharashtra, India

1. Taught statistics and programming concepts to undergraduate students
2. Contributed to a 98% success rate within the Statistics department
3. Supported academic operations and supervised examinations with high compliance standards

StatisticsProgrammingTeaching

Cognifront

Machine Learning Intern

Nov 2019 – Sep 2020 · 10 mos · Nashik, Maharashtra, India

1. Gained hands-on exposure to machine learning algorithms and their real-world applications
2. Worked on data preprocessing, analysis, and feature preparation using Python
3. Applied advanced Excel techniques and Google Data Studio for reporting and insights
4. Participated in problem-solving tasks, presentations, and collaborative projects, building strong analytical and communication skills

Machine LearningPythonExcelGoogle Data StudioData Analysis