Neeti Pokharna — CEO
Making sense of data!! I am from the pioneer batch of the Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics, a prestigious program jointly offered by IIM Calcutta, ISI Kolkata, and IIT Kharagpur. I also hold a dual degree in BE (Hons.) Electrical & Electronic Engineering and M.Sc. (Hons.) Biological Sciences from BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus. I’m a Staff Decision Scientist at ShareChat, focusing on measurement sciences and experimentation and developing innovative tools in collaboration with cross-functional teams. I’ve also contributed to improving the Feed Ranker (Recommendation System). My previous roles include Lead Analyst at DE Shaw, where I modeled/forecasted supply-demand fundamentals in the Energy market, and Experienced Associate at PwC US Advisory. I’ve also worked as an Analyst at India Value Fund Advisors, leading analytics projects across Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain domains. I’m an active member of BITS Alumni Association (BITSAA International) and recently completed a 2+ year term as Chief Operating Officer. I also co-founded the Public Policy Interest Group while at BITS, focusing on analyzing and implementing key policies. Known for my strong technical skills and perseverance, I’m a keen learner who loves to travel and connect with people. I love interacting with students and have given talks at BITS Pilani, IIM Calcutta, ISI Bangalore, and Jaipur Institute of Management.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data Scientist with expertise in Social Media and Energy sectors.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 10 yrs
Skills
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- Leadership
- Management
- Analytics
Career Highlights
- Expert in data science and machine learning.
- Proven track record in optimizing recommendation systems.
- Strong leadership experience in nonprofit organizations.
Work Experience
ShareChat
Staff Data Scientist (1 yr 9 mos)
Lead Decision Scientist (2 yrs 2 mos)
BITSAA International
Chief Operating Officer (2 yrs 2 mos)
The D. E. Shaw Group
Lead Analyst (11 mos)
Senior Analyst (2 yrs 6 mos)
Analyst (8 mos)
PwC
Experienced Associate (9 mos)
True North Managers LLP
Analyst Intern (5 mos)
Seedworks International Pvt. Ltd.
Analyst Intern (5 mos)
CureFit
Intern (0 mo)
Ericsson Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
Network Consultant (Intern) (5 mos)
Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore
Summer Research Intern (2 mos)
Google Summer of Code
Developer (4 mos)
Vodafone India Services Pvt. Ltd.
Summer Intern (2 mos)
SHArP Edge Learning
Intern (2 mos)
Education
PGDBA (Full time residential course - Jointly with IIT Kharagpur and ISI Kolkata) at Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
B.E (Hons.) Electronics & Electrical at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
at St. Anselm's Pink City Senior Secondary School, Jaipur
PGDBA at Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
PGDBA at Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata
