Akaash Dudwani Email & Phone Number

Mumbai, Mh, In

India

Solving business problems across industries. Consulting organisations across Social Impact, Fintech, Healthcare, and Wellness on Marketing, Design, Management, Planning & SourcingWrote and Edited a Report For United Nations World Food Programme on Market Monitoring Systems relevant to Governments for Price Controls, Economic Indices, Fiscal & Monetary Policy, Food Security, Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Commercial Promotion and Industrial Planning, Social Protection, and Nutrition, detailing Gaps in Markets and Government Systems, under the guidance of a Senior Research & Data Scientist. Also presented recommendations for Governments including Policy Reforms for building more resilient commodities supply chain to improve Food Security & Cost of Living in Eastern Caribbean Countries post Covid. Researched and Developed a data-driven investment thesis for one of India's Top Start-up VCs.Designed and Developed WhatsApp marketing content for Fintech Client.Designed and Developed engagement copies for sales and support chatbot.Collaborated on the design and development of the marketing website.Providing support for product testing and experiments.Mapping and Optimising customer journeys.Wrote blogs and developed content around Financial Inclusion, leveraging AI & Blockchain for good. Increased Customer Engagement from 2% to >25% for Fintech Client by improving marketing content.Increased Lead Conversion from 2% to 17.5% for IT Services Client using pricing strategy and growth hackingDeveloped comprehensive Event Plans, Operational Plans, and Business Plans for Healthcare ClientOur web address is www.thinkersanddoers.coOur business solutions include- Business Design, Communication Design, Process Design, Service Design, Conversation Design, Design Strategy, Brand Strategy, Content Strategy, Research & Sourcing, Deal Engineering, Plans as Products

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Mumbai Area, India

Dealt with Bank Treasuries, Insurance Corporations, Mutual Fund Houses and Corporate Treasuries.Designed Research ProcessesDesigned Lead Generation ProcessesDesigned Business CommunicationsDesigned Follow Through PlansEngineered Deals as per TOC to create win-win situationsLed Strategic AlliancesDesigned Services to improve Customer Experience

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Government - Transaction Advisory ServicesAdvised the Govt of Goa on start-ups and policy. Knowledge Partner to Start-up Promotion Cell, Govt Body. Acted as ad hoc Start-up Promotion Cell. Drove Start-up Community Engagement & Ecosystem PromotionsAdvised the Govt on state start-up portal. Troubleshooted Start-up problems towards building a thriving business ecosystem in Goa. Designed and Executed MoUs with Business Partners. Designed and Implemented Processes for Operations along with Strategies for promotions via events. Organised largest IT event in Goa's history at the time, Goa IT Day. Designed tutorials and support modules for Start-up Certification in the State. Supported and counselled Start-ups in the State through their certification process.Designed communication for VVIPs.Acted as Goa State Government’s Spokesperson during Start-up Yatra, Spoke across colleges of Goa about State Govt’s efforts to promote start-up ecosystem and adoption of policy.

Noida Area, India

Assisted in developing and implementing the firm's overall strategy, scouting investment opportunities, and assessing risks.Oversaw day-to-day operations, coordinating meetings and events, and handling administrative tasks.Acted as liaison between the executive team, and external stakeholders. Facilitated effective communication, ensuring that information flows smoothly with external partners.Responsible for managing strategic partnerships like perks and incentives for Portfolio companies from the likes of Google, IBM, Microsoft, etc.Conducted market research, competitor analysis, and due diligence on potential investments and partnerships.Provided support in decision-making to the executive team.General Researching, Analysing and Helping Entrepreneurs, Startups & SMEs.

Bangalore

Project Management Gathering Requirements Information Architecture Business Development UX Research Content Writing

Panaji Area, India

Planned & devised lean methods for growth and scale.Planned & devised monetisation strategy for tech products.Researched market intelligence and business scope.Developed cost-effective marketing plans for difficult budgets.Developed a low-burn business model for effective long-term sustainability.Researched users and developers alike to gain insights for making better products.

Mumbai

Business planning. Business Modelling.Research Potential Investments and EconomicsCommunication Design.Market Intelligence and Market Planning.Helped portfolio startups make decisions and set priorities.

Mumbai Area, India

Hired and trained customer service, sales and administrating personnel.Negotiated workout plans and/or favorable terms with vendors.Instituted immediate cost containment programs.Coordinated with company advisers involved in the structuring process.Responsible for client relationships and negotiation of amendments and extensions.Helped to negotiate contracts, developed business proposals and service level agreements with a number of small and large business partners and clients.Directly responsible for all external marketing and affairs.

Thane

Worked as a Laser Designer and Wash Developer.Solved wash problems encountered at the time of replicating samples.In charge of new and sustainable developments according to seasons for internationally renowned brands.Gave creative inputs for washing the garment at the development stage.Communicated with the buyer regarding their needs on design developments and fulfilling their requirements.Created new designs and researched newer developments based on sustainable principles.Kept a tab on latest trends in the fashion industry and create designs accordingly.

Bengaluru Area, India

Developed new washes, Innovative and sustainable methods of washing denims. Communicating with the buyers regarding there requirements. Keeping a tab on the latest trends and develop product as per the standards of international markets.Replicating designs as requested by buyers. Research and Development for Brands like Levi's, s.Oliver, Ralph Lauren, Diesel, River Island, etc.

Bengaluru Area, India

Designed first sustainable denim for Bestseller.Developed new washes. innovative methods of washing denims. Communicating with the buyers regarding there requirements. Keeping a tab on the latest trends and develop product as per the standards of international markets.Replicating designs as requested by buyers. Research and Development for Brands like Jack & Jones, Only, Vero Moda, FCUK, VOI Jeans, etc.

Pune

Faculty for graphics designing.Assistant Faculty for lighting & compositing.Mentored students for hands on industry related projects.Helped update syllabus to keep students up to date with the latest market trends.Acted as primary counsellor for students regarding career opportunities.

Bachelor Of Social, Legal Sciences (B.S.L.), Law

Activities and Societies: Moot Court Team Dramatic Monologue Team

Education record

Activities and Societies: Quiz Team Drama Team Elocution Team Cricket Team Volleyball TeamSecondary Schooling - Grade V to X