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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

As the leader of Spiffy's Launchpad division at Ladderworks, I drive stakeholder relationships and collaborate on content and strategy development for creative entrepreneurship workshops designed for K-3 students and parents, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Ontario, Canada

I successfully spearheaded and executed a transformative Integrated Facilities Project across 18 IKEA locations in Canada, showcasing my proficiency in project management and change management. My role also encompassed orchestrating comprehensive internal communication strategies for key stakeholders

Mumbai Area, India

As IKEA's Sustainability and Public Affairs portfolio Manager, I played a pivotal role in driving the integration of sustainability principles across all business functions. I foster cross-functional dialogue, conduct training and workshops, and leverage creative platforms to engage and inspire our workforce.I have successfully initiated and nurtured strategic relationships with stakeholders from the public, private, and non-profit sectors. These partnerships have not only advanced our company's objectives but have also elevated IKEA's standing as a socially and environmentally responsible brand.In a dynamic and ever-changing business landscape, I've developed robust action plans to proactively mitigate risks posed by external policies and industry trends, safeguarding IKEA's continued success and resilience

Mumbai, India

I advised clients on ESG issues, helping them develop and implement sustainability strategies (water and sanitation, waste management, CSR, corporate strategy), conducted sustainability audit/assurance, ESG reporting, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation. Ensured regulatory compliance, enhance corporate reputation, and drive long-term value creation for businesses.

Singapore

Recognized and capitalized on emerging business prospects within the ASEAN region, with a particular focus on sustainability in industries, building, and transport sectors.Contributed to regional sustainability initiatives, including active involvement in events like Sustainability 24 and World City Summit in 2012.Provided essential support to the team by conducting extensive sustainability research for various projects.

Bangkok, Thailand

Conducted in-depth research, comprehensive analysis, and skillfully crafted case studies showcasing best practices in Energy Efficiency policies across the APAC region

Bangalore, India

Conducted comprehensive critical analysis and industry research on sustainability initiatives in the Agriculture, Consumer Electronics, and Textile sectors in India, with a primary emphasis on Corporate Environmental Management

New Delhi, India

Environmental Project Leadership & Strategic Engagement:Oversaw the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of environment and education projects. Spearheaded national programs such as the "Young Climate Savers Program" with Tetra Pak and the "International Polar Year 2007-2009."Strategic Business Development & Partnerships:Drove strategic business development by formulating engagement strategies to establish vital partnerships and linkages with government agencies, institutions, NGOs, and media, promoting environmental conservation activities.Resource Mobilization & Capacity Building:Successfully mobilized resources and organized capability development workshops for civil societies, environmental educators, and more.Campaign Management for Impact:Co-managed impactful campaigns such as "Earth Hour 2009" and "Vote Earth" to drive outreach and raise awareness.

Lucknow, India

Environment Education Advocate:Led efforts to strengthen Environment Education in School Systems (StrEESS) across North India.Dal Lake Pollution Control & Eco-Tourism Researcher:Conducted research and initiatives aimed at pollution control and sustainable eco-tourism at Dal Lake.

New Delhi, India

Vehicular Air Pollution Impact Study:Investigated the influence of vehicular air pollution on roadside plantations.Hazardous Emissions from Warm Asphalt Mixes:Conducted research on the environmental effects of hazardous emissions generated by warm asphalt mixes.

Master’S Degree, Environmental Management

Specialisation in Project Management, Social & Environmental Accountability, Corporate Social Responsibility, Tourism & Sustainability.

Green Economy Program For Professionals

Master’S Degree, Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: Dramatics, Discussion GroupsSpecialisation in Environmental Impact Assessment and Pollution Mgmt & control.

Bachelor’S Degree, Bsc Honors (Zoology)

Activities and Societies: Debate competition, Dramatics, Music

Senior Secondary

High School

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