Sushma Basvaraj — Co-Founder
I believe in the Power of Purpose. ~20+ years of cross functional experience spanning IT, Fintech ,FMCG , CRM industries having worked for world class organizations as an Senior Executive Assistant , Program specialist in Business Operation, Sustainability and CSR professional across continents in a multicultural environment with a strong ability to lead teams, conversations and decisions through collaboration and influence. Compulsive learner and risk taker, moved across functions & projects ranging from Office Administration, Human resources, Business Operations, Events, Sustainability and CSR. My career has involved close collaboration with CEOs, CXOs, and senior leaders of companies, enhancing their productivity and enabling strategic focus. This experience has honed my ability to bridge diverse stakeholders and drive effective leadership. I am a passionate advocate for purpose-driven work, combining my professional roles with volunteering for NGOs focused on Renewable Energy, Nature, and Wildlife Conservation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned professional in Sustainability and CSR within the SaaS and Fintech sectors.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 21 yrs 8 mos
Skills
- Program Management
- Sustainability
Career Highlights
- 20+ years of cross-functional experience across multiple industries.
- Expert in driving sustainability and CSR initiatives.
- Strong ability to collaborate with C-suite leaders.
Work Experience
Bazaarvoice
Executive Assistant to India Site Leader (1 yr 1 mo)
The Modern Data Company
Senior Program Specialist to SVP Sales (8 mos)
WELLS FOUNDATION (Wildlife/Water, Environment, Land, Livelihood, Skilling)
Founder (1 yr 11 mos)
Salesforce
Senior Project /Program Specialist - India Business Operation & Sustainability (1 yr 3 mos)
Sr Executive Assistant to SVP & MD - India Business Operation (3 yrs 3 mos)
Intuit India
Sr Executive Assistant to India Site Leader (2 yrs 2 mos)
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt Ltd
Senior Executive Assistant to CEO & CHRO (1 yr 9 mos)
Cisco Systems
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant to CHRO (7 yrs 2 mos)
Goldman Sachs
Senior Admin Executive to HR Generalist, VP of Investment Banking Division (2 yrs 10 mos)
Blue Star Infotech
Assistant ECS (11 mos)
Front Office Executive (1 yr 5 mos)
HSBC
Customer Service Specialist (5 mos)
Education
Executive MBA at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Bachelor of Arts - BA at Bangalore University
Bangalore University at Carmel Convent School - India