Manasi Kumar

Community Manager

Hyderabad, Telangana, India15 yrs 8 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 13 years of leadership experience in program management.
Expertise in fostering startup ecosystems and investor relations.
Proven track record in creating positive workplace environments.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Startup Ecosystem Specialist with strong program management and stakeholder engagement skills.

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Skills

Core Skills

Program ManagementStakeholder EngagementStartup DevelopmentStartup ScalingOperations ManagementHuman ResourcesTeam Leadership

Other Skills

AdministrationBPOBrand ManagementBudget ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBusiness Process Outsourcing (BPO)CRMConference ManagementCustomer RelationsCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Customer ServiceDelegation ManagementDiversity and InclusionEcosystem CollaborationEducational Initiatives

About

With over 13+ years of leadership experience, I bring a wealth of expertise in Program Management, Operations, Recruitment, Resourcing & Development, and Training. My journey extends into the dynamic world of startups, where I've demonstrated a keen ability to navigate and thrive within the unique challenges and opportunities of the startup ecosystem. In addition to my versatile skill set, I'm recognized for creating amicable and transparent work environments, fostering team performance, and sustaining positive workplace atmospheres. Adept at people management, I leverage strong presentation and relationship management skills to drive success and innovation in both established and startup environments.

Experience

15 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 8 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 1 mo

Current Experience

Stanford university graduate school of business

Community Manager - South Asia Region

May 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 1 mo · India

Tasked with cultivating and expanding the stakeholder network for the Stanford Seed Spark program.
Manage, nurture, and grow high-value stakeholder relationships
Nurture & sustain a growing network of Spark startups and mentors.
Lead the impact information gathering efforts
Seed Spark is an online entrepreneurship program designed by Stanford GSB and offered by Stanford Seed to help budding entrepreneurs running early-stage startups to scale their businesses.
#Stanford Seed Spark #Entrepreneurship #Social Impact #Online Program

Stakeholder ManagementNetworkingEntrepreneurshipSocial ImpactProgram ManagementStakeholder Engagement

Tie hyderabad

3 roles

Sr. Program Manager

Apr 2022 – Mar 2023 · 11 mos

Directed startup-related programs, overseeing their planning, execution, and evaluation.
Developed and implemented initiatives, with a specific focus on scaling startups, elevating women led startups, budding entrepreneurs.
Collaborated with stakeholders to identify program needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Managed program budgets, optimizing resource allocation to maximize impact.
Led cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative program environment.

Program PlanningExecutionBudget ManagementStakeholder CollaborationProgram ManagementStartup Scaling

General Manager - Startups

Promoted

Dec 2018 – Apr 2024 · 5 yrs 4 mos

Spearheading startup-focused programs with a primary emphasis on Investor and Mentor Connect, educational initiatives, Women-led startups within the network.
Strategically evolved the educational programs to provide a robust foundation for emerging entrepreneurs within the startup Members.
Developed and executed initiatives to empower and support Women-led startups, fostering inclusivity and diversity in the entrepreneurial landscape.
Orchestrated and optimized Investor Connect programs, facilitating strategic connections between startups and potential investors, leading to funding opportunities.
Established and managed Mentor Connect initiatives, cultivating valuable relationships between experienced mentors and emerging entrepreneurs.
Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure the seamless execution and continuous enhancement of all startup-focused programs.

Startup ProgramsInvestor RelationsMentorshipEducational InitiativesDiversity and InclusionProgram Management+1

Program Manager

Dec 2018 – Mar 2022 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Leading entire Program lifecycle
Startup enthusiast
Ecosystem collaborations

Program Lifecycle ManagementEcosystem CollaborationProgram Management

Indo american chamber of commerce

Program Manager

Sep 2010 – Sep 2013 · 3 yrs

. Enhancing Chamber's brand image & membership.
. In-bound and out-bound Delegations.
. Liaison with the US Consulate, American Centre and other similar organisations

Brand ManagementDelegation ManagementLiaisonProgram Management