Event space and restaurantCreated business models and feasibility studies for communal spaces, including launch of farm to table sustainable restaurant and event space, drove similar projects with over 10 different clientsIncorporated 4 different entities into one integrated business model, including architectural designs, zoning, and capital vehicles, reduced cost by 10% YOY and yielded 15% boost in marketing budgetFormed Board of Directors, secured investors, and rallied support from mayor, local officials, service providers, and mission partners to build support services for new ventures

Create mission aligned sustainable growthAssembled 5 product lines with channels of distribution and fashioned engagement strategy for newly formed InstituteConducted feasibility study of 2010 Haiti relief efforts, provided recommendations, and identified gaps for future emergency interventionsRolled out advanced data management system and initiated worldwide training for staff, equipped with comprehensive training manuals and instructions on system optimizationExecuted balanced scorecard system to increase performance, productivity, and identify opportunities, with frequent benchmark check-ins, grew measurability by 20-25%Expanded marketing strategy to include targeted marketing programs, revamped website, and amplified outreach, resulted in 70% increase to donor baseSpearheaded sales of web-based instructional software platform for national partners, made online adaptation that gained favor and retention with 80% of customer base

Helps startups by creating conditions to deliver rapid, scalable, sustainable changeFormed global Healthtech accelerator with sustainable innovative curriculum and vertical partnershipsBuilt test models for startup product lines to make improvements based on feedback, increased development learning cycles by 57%Cultivated relationships and engagement between startups, corporations, media, mentors, and investors by conducting benefit analysis and showcasing value and opportunities, within 3 months businesses obtained $4-10 Mil in seed moneyCollaborated with organizations to increase jobs by offering coding classes, achieving 93% job placement

Environmentally conscious apparel and accessories brand Reclaimed and refinished vintage Indian Sari's through woman owned businesses using 100% recycled material, sustainable conscious manufacturers, organic products, and minimal wasteStreamlined production and fulfillment processes to scale supply chain, production automation improved 35%Developed new product lines and pricing strategies leveraging weekly KPI's, existing core competencies, and trends, yielding 300% increase in revenue and 400% increase of product line offeringsStarted an integrated inventory management process to manage and improve sales channels (eCommerce, wholesale, and direct to consumer), raised profit margin, saved time, and magnified accuracy by 200%Identified target markets, consumer segments, and prospect focus groups for empathy mapping to enhance customer experience, customer satisfaction rating improved more than 25% YOYSetup customer relationship management (CRM) team of 5- 8 people & met less than 24-hour inquiry response timeCo-Pitched and coached lallitara CEO in several startup prize competitions resulting in acceptance and grants from MIT Founders’ Skill Accelerator, acceptance into MassChallenge, 1st place and people’s choice prize at Merrimack Valley Social Enterprise pitch contest, and more than $35K in free grant winnings

Christian liberal arts collegeDesigned all-digital educational content platform with tablets and integrated LMS, resulting in 75% paper reductionProduced and executed 5-year divisional strategic plan comprised of 8 curriculum programs with technology integration, adding tablets, and hybrid learning options, decreased teachers auxiliary prep by 30%Directed 25 fulltime staff, adjunct faculty, and interns through implementation of competitive positioning, raising automation functionality 15%, which expanded offering components and eliminated unessential task functions

Provided services in strategic business planning, program management, operations, marketing strategy, and evaluation both domestically and internationally (Liberia, India, Bolivia, Belize, and Haiti). Independently created and managed financial systems, programs, and operations Counseled participants in personal financial management and self-employment training programsSpearheaded adaptation of web-based instructional software for national partnersConducted assessment and external impact evaluation for the relief response to 2010 Haiti earthquakeDeveloped common methodological framework and stakeholder analysis to enable strategic partnering in integrationExpanded marketing, website presence, and community outreach resulting in 70% increase of donor base. Clients included: Empowerment Group, Women’s Opportunity Resource Center, New Hope Liberia, Philadelphia Business Works, Compassion International, CEDESOL Foundation, Prosperity Candle

Developed a strategic plan incorporating a dynamic business model to make home upgrading more affordable for lower-income families living in slums. Conducted focus group discussions with people living in slums (eventual clients), staff members, and stakeholders on their needs and the feasibility specific to incremental housing.

Provided operational management through planning, logistics, budgeting of global accounts.Assisted research analysts in maintaining performance, productivity, and management reports.Managed data systems by working across departments with regional research and account managers.Created training manuals and conducted global staff trainings for an advanced Data Management System.