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A dynamic and enterprising agri-business professional cum sustainability expert focusing upon building climate resilience of small holders and local communities, launching and managing social initiatives for boosting entrepreneurship and becoming an Impact Champion.I carry a diverse industry experience of 12+ years in the domains of Agribusiness, Entrepreneurship, Business Acceleration and Sustainable Interventions in agriculture and allied sector. I rigorously work towards building capacities of entrepreneurs, farmers/FPOs, SMEs, marginalised communities (Tribals and Forest Dwellers) in developing innovative land restoration business models that enable climate mitigation and adaptation initiatives and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities.Sustainable finance for the early stage restoration interventions is one of the key areas of my work.Beginning with Consultancy, Market Research, Planning and Designing of Modern Wholesale Agriculture Markets, Post-harvest Infrastructure, Supply chain etc. ; I have also worked on several prestigious projects within both government and private sector in the sphere of agricultural marketing which makes me have the holistic understanding of the administrative, regulatory and business environment of the country. Agriculture Reforms Legal Framework (APLM Act 2017, E-NAM) and other innovative areas of work especially Food safety, Energy Efficiency (Renewable, Smart, Green), Digitization & Market Intelligence are my other key assets.I have active experience of working with start-up agriculture ventures, and well versed with the requirements/challenges of establishing the same under entrepreneurship development as a part of RKVY-RAFTAAR, the flagship program of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare.On international platforms, apart from my current role, I have worked actively with the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM), The Hague, Netherlands; The French Government through Rungis Market International, Paris (France); Asia-Pacific Regional Working Group (APRG) of WUWM, China Agricultural Wholesale Markets Association (CAWA) at various platforms.I enjoy highlighting the stories of local champions and writing about new and innovative interventions at work through op-eds, articles, blogs etc.I am looking forward to exploring and building relevant connections, networks, collaborations and partnerships.

Listed skills include Agribusiness, Agriculture, Fruit, Vegetables, and 13 others.