Jun 2025 – Present · 11 mos · Greater Chennai Area · Remote

• I’m excited to share that I’ve founded AH Career360, an initiative under AH Global Sourcing Company, aimed at empowering students, graduates, and job seekers to build meaningful and successful careers.
• As the Founder & Chief Career Officer of AH Career360, my mission is simple yet powerful:
• 👉 To help individuals discover their strengths
• 👉 To equip them with essential skills for today’s job market
• 👉 To guide them in achieving professional and personal growth
• AH Career360 follows a 360° approach, focusing on both career guidance and employability skills, bridging the gap between education and industry.

Mar 2025 – Apr 2025 · 1 mo · Greater Chennai Area · Remote

• Role Overview:
• Served as a Resource Person for employability skills training program under the Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) initiative. Focused on equipping students with essential workplace skills to enhance their career readiness.
• Key Responsibilities:
• ✔ Conducting training sessions on resume writing, professional etiquette, interview techniques, and workplace readiness
• ✔ Facilitating soft skills development including communication, teamwork, and adaptability
• ✔ Providing career guidance and mentorship to students
• ✔ Creating and delivering training materials and resources
• ✔ Conducting mock interviews and interactive workshops to enhance confidence
• ✔ Connecting students to job fairs and industry networking opportunities
• Impact:
• Empowering young professionals with the skills, confidence, and industry insights necessary to excel in their careers. Passionate about fostering career growth and workplace readiness through structured training and mentorship.
• #SkillDevelopment #EmployabilityTraining #CareerReadiness #ProfessionalGrowth #DonBoscoVazhikaati #Surabi

Dec 2024 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Greater Chennai Area · Remote

• As the Founder and Chief Compassion Officer of Global Compassion Alliance (GCA), I am dedicated to creating a more compassionate world by fostering kindness, empathy, and inclusivity in every aspect of life. Through GCA, I aim to lead a global movement that champions both human and animal welfare, advocating for systemic change and promoting compassion as a guiding principle in society.
• With a passion for social impact, I work to ensure that compassion is not just a value but a reality, embedded in the policies, programs, and partnerships that GCA builds. From advocating for animal rights to promoting inclusivity and human rights, I am committed to advancing initiatives that lead to positive, lasting change for people and animals alike.
• Through strategic leadership, collaboration with like-minded organizations, and building meaningful relationships with global partners, I strive to amplify the impact of compassion worldwide. I believe that by working together, we can create a more humane, just, and empathetic world.
• Responsibilities:
• Lead the strategic direction and vision of GCA, ensuring that compassion, empathy, and inclusivity are woven into every initiative and partnership.
• Oversee the development and implementation of programs that promote animal welfare, human rights, and environmental sustainability.
• Advocate for compassionate practices in external collaborations and public policy, positioning GCA as a global thought leader.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, governments, and communities, to amplify the organization’s impact.
• Lead fundraising efforts, securing resources to sustain and expand GCA’s mission.
• Skills & Endorsements:
• Compassionate Leadership
• Non-Profit Management
• Advocacy & Public Speaking
• Fundraising & Resource Development
• Strategic Planning & Organizational Development
• Human & Animal Welfare
• Global Networking & Partnerships
• Social Impact & Sustainability

Aug 2024 – Dec 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos · Greater Chennai Area · Remote

• 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗛 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝟯𝟲𝟬.
• As the CEO of AH Global Sourcing Company, I am dedicated to driving our mission of connecting global businesses with premier sourcing opportunities in the Indian market. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, I lead our team in delivering tailored solutions that help our clients achieve strategic success and operational efficiency.
• With my experience in global sourcing and supply chain management, I have a deep understanding of market dynamics and a proven track record of building strong relationships with partners and clients worldwide. My role involves overseeing the strategic direction of the company, ensuring that we leverage India's diverse and cost-effective resources to meet our clients' unique needs.
• At AH Global Sourcing, we pride ourselves on our ability to navigate the complexities of international markets and provide exceptional value through our sourcing expertise.
• I am committed to fostering a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration as we continue to grow and enhance our global footprint.
• Let’s connect to explore how AH Global Sourcing can support your business needs and unlock new opportunities for growth.

Oct 2023 – Jul 2024 · 9 mos · Greater Chennai Area

• Various Volunteer Services

Oct 2022 – Sep 2023 · 11 mos · Greater Chennai Area · Hybrid

• Career Services:
• Work within the career services department, advising students on career paths, resume building, interview skills, and job search strategies. Also liaise with corporate partners to facilitate internship and job opportunities for students.
• Entrepreneurship Programs:
• Mentor students interested in starting their own businesses, offering guidance on business planning, market research, financial management, and more.
• Business Education:
• Teach courses related to business consulting, strategic management, or institutional development, sharing real-world experiences and case studies to enrich students' understanding.
• Student Organizations:
• Advise student-run consulting organizations, providing mentorship, training, and project oversight to help students gain practical consulting experience.
• Overall, supported students' professional development, enhance the academic experience, and contribute to the practical application of business knowledge within the campus community.

Oct 2022 – Sep 2023 · 11 mos · Greater Chennai Area · Hybrid

• Profile Management:
• Administering and managing LinkedIn profiles for individuals or organizations, ensuring they are complete, up-to-date, and aligned with branding guidelines.
• Networking and Engagement:
• Facilitating networking efforts by connecting with relevant professionals, engaging with posts, and managing connection requests.
• Content Creation and Publishing:
• Developing and publishing content on LinkedIn, including posts, articles, and multimedia content, to enhance visibility and thought leadership.
• Analytics and Reporting:
• Monitoring engagement metrics, analyzing performance data, and providing insights to optimize content strategy and increase reach and engagement.
• Community Management:
• Managing LinkedIn groups or communities related to the institutional’s interests or industry, fostering discussions, and moderating content.
• Recruitment Support:
• Assisting with recruitment efforts by sourcing candidates, posting job openings, and engaging with potential hires on LinkedIn.
• Training and Support:
• Providing guidance and training to employees or clients on leveraging LinkedIn effectively for networking, personal branding, and business development.

Mar 2020 – Sep 2022 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Tamil Nadu, India

• Top-line and bottom-line success
• Account management
• Customer satisfaction and employee satisfaction
• Risk assessment
• Recruitments
• Develop SLA/SLEA
• Quality and Speed to market
• Account transitions
• Training & skill building
• Business Continuity Plans
• Driving quality
• New client development
• SLT member within organisation
• Report directly to CEO

Sep 2018 – Mar 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos · Mumbai Area, India · On-site

• Managing both sales and merchandising team
• Work with both regional and local team to develop inspirational briefs and briefings for creatives
• Develop and present marketing / promotion ideas and proposals
• Maintain contact with clients in relation to their promotional requirements
• Strong client servicing skills for day to day management and key client contact
• Serve as liaison between client and creative team, knowledge in project management skills to track the progression of campaigns
• Generate and implement local sourcing partners for promotional product categories including plastics, metals, ceramics, tins, etc.
• Ensuring that all factories meet ASL’s strict standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct for Manufacturers.
• Ensuring that the supplied products are in full compliance with the company’s internal standards, the client’s specific standards and the applicable laws, norms and regulations.
• Be responsible for innovating and developing new products for the various categories.
• Working closely with the factories on the production of goods to the highest standards.
• Working with the factories to work collaboratively on new product development.
• Negotiating the best possible payment terms with factories

Mar 2018 – Aug 2018 · 5 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

• Working closely with Unilever India
• Looking after new business acquisition
• Team management
• Recruitment to expand India business
• Studio operations
• Business development

Aug 2017 – Mar 2018 · 7 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

• Managing various clients for Australia, Singapore & India markets
• Driving quality
• People Managements
• Candidate Recruitments
• Account managements
• Team managements
• Communication development

May 2016 – Aug 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• The execution and management of Managed Service strategies
• An excellent understanding of planning, budget and cost management
• Proven experience of service delivery
• An ability to develop and execute alternative solutions
• Implementation
• Semi-permanent and/or Permanent Display production
• Point of Sale
• Marketing Production
• Studio/Pre-press
• Colour management
• Procurement
• Vendor management
• Marketing Resource Management (MRM)
• Stock management and inventory
• Distribution
• E-Commerce
• An understanding of the following: Multi-channel Account Management (Digital, Mobile, Print, Cross Media)

Jan 2015 – May 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos · Greater Chennai Area

• Assisted and provided support to the Operation/production manager of the organisation.
• Handling overall project end to end as a Studio Team Leader.
• Analysing the project proposal and creating a process to meet the overall project objective, timeline, cost and SLA.
• Produce the standard operational producer to execute the project and minimize the operational difficulties.
• Handling a team of Senior Quality Controllers Team, Sr. Graphic Designers & Graphic Designers.
• Handling daily production schedule & Following production deadline.
• Maintaining Client-Customer Relationship by asking clarification through e-mail & calls.
• Increasing productivity by adopting various strategies in production level.
• Responsible for increase the productivity and quality of the team.
• Involved in successful takeover of the various new process.

Jul 2010 – Jan 2015 · 4 yrs 6 mos · Greater Chennai Area

• Co-ordination of projects (from initiation to invoicing) for Unilever Ice Cream Category, applying Brand Standards, company guidelines and legal compliance (FIC) across all the WE & CEE portfolio.
• Serving as the first day-to-day contact on current projects and providing technical support for client packaging and print issues, including pre-press meetings with Unilever On-sites.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with Clients (ex. Printers, Sales, product manufacturers, service providers, etc)
• Knowledge of Pre-press, Print production, Graphic Design techniques and processes.
• Focus on timing, precision and compliance.
• Three CSE’s are reporting under me as I’m senior most in department and especially I’m the first point of contact for CSE work from the client end.
• I will monitor all day-to-day work of CSE work and report to my managers.
• Before I took over the position of handling CSE work for Unilever, I took over the blue process training in Hamburg office along with my European colleagues and I have worked as On-sites in one our regional office in Belgium for three months.

May 2006 – Jul 2010 · 4 yrs 2 mos · Chennai Area, India

• I have started my career as Graphic Designer in Print industry.
• Nature of job is designing all security forms and labels for foreign countries.
• I was also a trainer for new comers who will bring them on board quickly.
• I was group team lead who will be guiding three to four members in my team.
• I will be the first point of contacts for any updates/process related stuffs from clients and I have maintained a separate server to access for entire team in studio.
• Even though I was working as a Graphic Designer, I have a great passion towards handling clients directly over call and IM’s. This makes me to take another opportunity which my next company provided as Client Service Executive.

May 2003 – Apr 2006 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Greater Chennai Area · On-site

• Printing Technology Courses for 3 years.
• Academic Topper with Gold medal.