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Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Building on our successful digital transformation initiative, I am now leading the project from prototype to full-scale implementation. My focus will be on conducting extensive user testing and further developing various stages of the product to ensure it meets the evolving needs of our firm. This role allows me to deepen my expertise in managing the complete product lifecycle and strategically driving innovations that enhance operational efficiency and user engagement.

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

I led a digital transformation initiative aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving internal communication. This involved designing and implementing a prototype of an intranet system that incorporated key elements such as organizational information, document management, and advanced communication tools. Throughout this project, I engaged deeply in analyzing requirements, crafting user-friendly interfaces, and managing the development lifecycle—essential skills in product… Show more I led a digital transformation initiative aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving internal communication. This involved designing and implementing a prototype of an intranet system that incorporated key elements such as organizational information, document management, and advanced communication tools. Throughout this project, I engaged deeply in analyzing requirements, crafting user-friendly interfaces, and managing the development lifecycle—essential skills in product management. I also navigated the complexities of integrating sophisticated technologies and adhered to tight project schedules, which honed my ability to prioritize essential features and manage timelines effectively. This experience provided me with profound insights into product lifecycle management and strategic implementation. Show less

College Park, Maryland, United States

Guiding a team of Graduate Assistants, I led initiatives at the intersection of academia and industry engagement. Collaborating with faculty, I supported for meticulous preparation of departmental and industry-related activities.

College Park, Maryland, United States

As a Consulting Associate, I contributed to a research project examining the tax systems for military retirees in Maryland, focusing on migration patterns and the potential economic impact of adjusted tax burdens. This role allowed me to apply academic knowledge in a practical context, collaborate with a diverse team, manage large datasets, and present data-driven insights to inform public policy. The experience deepened my understanding of economic complexities and honed my skills in… Show more As a Consulting Associate, I contributed to a research project examining the tax systems for military retirees in Maryland, focusing on migration patterns and the potential economic impact of adjusted tax burdens. This role allowed me to apply academic knowledge in a practical context, collaborate with a diverse team, manage large datasets, and present data-driven insights to inform public policy. The experience deepened my understanding of economic complexities and honed my skills in research, analysis, and cross-functional teamwork. Show less

College Park, Maryland, United States

Guiding a team of Graduate Assistants, I led initiatives at the intersection of academia and industry engagement. Collaborating with faculty, I supported for meticulous preparation of departmental and industry-related activities.

College Park, Maryland, United States

I contributed to the initial stages of platform development by leading customer discovery efforts and gathering user insights through in-depth interviews. I played a pivotal role in shaping user personas, mapping user journeys, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate data-driven insights into actionable product features. This experience honed my skills in strategic planning, user research, and data-driven decision-making, preparing me to lead product… Show more I contributed to the initial stages of platform development by leading customer discovery efforts and gathering user insights through in-depth interviews. I played a pivotal role in shaping user personas, mapping user journeys, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate data-driven insights into actionable product features. This experience honed my skills in strategic planning, user research, and data-driven decision-making, preparing me to lead product innovation and growth in fast-paced environments. Show less

Pune, Maharashtra, India

As a category lead for five product categories with 50+ overall products, I was responsible for handling the product development and managing a diverse team of over 200 people and key performance metrics, including cross-functional and supplier teams.One of my top priorities was to integrate cutting-edge technology into our products. I collaborated with 30+ domestic and international innovators to identify and implement new technologies that would improve the performance and efficiency… Show more As a category lead for five product categories with 50+ overall products, I was responsible for handling the product development and managing a diverse team of over 200 people and key performance metrics, including cross-functional and supplier teams.One of my top priorities was to integrate cutting-edge technology into our products. I collaborated with 30+ domestic and international innovators to identify and implement new technologies that would improve the performance and efficiency of our products.I established a new testing facility at R&D with $5M CAPEX funding, reducing reliance on external testing facilities and saving the company $10M annually.I analyzed complex market and customer data to draw insights and make recommendations for new products to enhance UI/UX experience.I worked with cross-border stakeholders to identify and eliminate bottlenecks in our process. As a result, I was able to reduce our go-to-market timelines by 40%. Show less

Pune, Maharashtra, India

I led the entire product development cycle within research and development for three distinct product categories with an overall team of 100+ members, introducing innovative products and managing a diverse portfolio of over 30 products.Also, I partnered with BCG India to optimize vendor and negotiate costs, saving $1M yearly through better supply chain management and economies of scope.As a team, we crafted 20 innovative energy-efficient home appliances, helping our organization… Show more I led the entire product development cycle within research and development for three distinct product categories with an overall team of 100+ members, introducing innovative products and managing a diverse portfolio of over 30 products.Also, I partnered with BCG India to optimize vendor and negotiate costs, saving $1M yearly through better supply chain management and economies of scope.As a team, we crafted 20 innovative energy-efficient home appliances, helping our organization achieve its goal of environmental sustainability.As a product development leader, I advocated for indigenization and localization initiatives to reduce dependency on foreign manufacturers and lower product costs by 30%. Show less

Pune, Maharashtra, India

I directed the entire product development cycle for two distinct product categories, overseeing a comprehensive portfolio of over 20 products with a cross-functional and supplier team of 75+ members.I had the opportunity to lead and guide the development of a brand-new product category from ideation to final execution and beyond. This was a challenging but rewarding experience, and I am proud to say that we were able to achieve $10M in first orders at launch. My passion for… Show more I directed the entire product development cycle for two distinct product categories, overseeing a comprehensive portfolio of over 20 products with a cross-functional and supplier team of 75+ members.I had the opportunity to lead and guide the development of a brand-new product category from ideation to final execution and beyond. This was a challenging but rewarding experience, and I am proud to say that we were able to achieve $10M in first orders at launch. My passion for innovation has led to two patented innovations that have created a market differentiator for our company and increased sales by 25%.I believe in continuous improvement, so I promoted product benchmarking and value engineering to save $50M annually, making our products more affordable and competitive. Show less

Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

I led the entire product development cycle for 15+ traded home appliances, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality products that meet customer needs.I successfully obtained safety and performance compliance certifications for over 50 products that meet the highest industry standards. I was delegated to various international locations multiple times to oversee vendor development, enhance product features, optimise costs, and streamline delivery… Show more I led the entire product development cycle for 15+ traded home appliances, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality products that meet customer needs.I successfully obtained safety and performance compliance certifications for over 50 products that meet the highest industry standards. I was delegated to various international locations multiple times to oversee vendor development, enhance product features, optimise costs, and streamline delivery timelines.As a part of my role, I monitored and analysed field rejection data, implementing strategic measures to reduce overall failures, surpassing the industry standard of 2%. Show less

Pune, Maharashtra, India

As an engineer trainee, I performed thorough evaluations of home appliances to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, and reliable products to consumers by first-time-right approach.From my learnings from undergraduate on electronics, I contributed to the development of new technology proof-of-concepts and prototypes to create innovative and differentiated products in the market.I planned and conducted market surveys and research to gain insights into customer challenges and… Show more As an engineer trainee, I performed thorough evaluations of home appliances to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, and reliable products to consumers by first-time-right approach.From my learnings from undergraduate on electronics, I contributed to the development of new technology proof-of-concepts and prototypes to create innovative and differentiated products in the market.I planned and conducted market surveys and research to gain insights into customer challenges and demonstrated commitment by delivering trusted and reliable solutions to our customers. Show less

Kalyan, Maharashtra, India

Committed to making education for all, I offered pro bono coaching to underprivileged students. Specialised in quantitative mathematics, I conducted impactful sessions at educational institutions and in-home settings to enhance understanding and boost academic performance of the students.I created value for and positively impacted lives of 500+ students.

India

An initiative taken by two brothers that conducted one-to-one student mentoring sessions to turn around students' performance and resolve individual queries and delivered exam question papers and solutions to various educational institutions. I successfully worked with around 10 institutions having a base of 3000+ students.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Activities and Societies: Executive Vice President - MBA Association Business and Management Studies Program Representative - Graduate.

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Electronics And Telecommunications Engineering

Activities and Societies: 1. Event General Manager at VJTI Technical Festival - Technovanza 2. Winner of Pratibimb 2017 Impact - an Inter.

Hsc, Computer Science, 93%

Ssc, 94.91%