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Fabulous pitch night organised by VOCASO last week! I thoroughly enjoyed all the pitches by a brilliant group of Founders. Huge thanks to David…
Fabulous pitch night organised by VOCASO last week! I thoroughly enjoyed all the pitches by a brilliant group of Founders. Huge thanks to David…
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What Evan Shapīro says! Super pleased to make this list as an influencer (my family would just call me a chatterbox!) Am looking forward to seeing…
What Evan Shapīro says! Super pleased to make this list as an influencer (my family would just call me a chatterbox!) Am looking forward to seeing…
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We are excited to announce Holly Welstead as our newest Principal at Erevena! She will be joining the Consumer & Fintech team, at our London…
We are excited to announce Holly Welstead as our newest Principal at Erevena! She will be joining the Consumer & Fintech team, at our London…
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Experience
Education
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Innovation & Business Strategy
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Activities and Societies: MBS Horizon, International Society, University of Manchester Students' Union
* British Council Scholarship Winner, 2011-12
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* Graduated with a GPA of 9.5/10.
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Activities and Societies: Red Cross, NCC
* Secured State Highest marks in English in HSSLC (equivalent to A-levels) examination in June 2003; felicitated by the Indian government with a prize money equivalent to £1,000.
* Scored 90% in Mathematics in High School Board Exams - one of the top performers in the state. -
* Trained in Indian Classical Music (vocal)
* Performed LIVE in several concerts and socials
* Won singing competitions in school and state level
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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UK Leadership Team - ParentHood & Fusion
Viacom
- 1 year
Social Services
Co-Chair of ParentHood: employee resource group for parents
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Mentor - Viacom Mentoring Programme
Viacom
- 2 years
Science and Technology
A global mentoring programme offering Viacom employees the opportunity to connect with each other across functions, brands, countries, clusters and divisions.
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Founder
The BAME Leaders Network
- Present 5 years
Social Services
A LinkedIn group for current and future BAME leaders from all over the world, working in all sectors to connect, discuss, debate and share career opportunities, provide mentoring etc.
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13742263/ -
Founder
The Career Mums Club
- Present 6 years
Social Services
The Career Mums Club (TCMC) is a Facebook & LinkedIn networking group that connects like-minded London mothers who are doing the juggling act between work & home.
LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8679104/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/190072394960873/
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Alumni Ambassador
Alliance Manchester Business School
- 3 years
Education
As an Alumni Ambassador I helped and advised students and prospective students of Manchester Business School in the following areas:
* Course selection
* Student experience
* Employment opportunities
* Life after MBS
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Student Ambassador
Alliance Manchester Business School
- 1 year
Education
As a Student Ambassador of Manchester Business School for the academic session of 2011-12:
* I assisted the admissions department with application selection, answered queries of more than 500 prospective students via the MBS students' portal - "MBSNET".
* Liaised with key stakeholders of the University to collect relevant information about a variety of topics like student experience, course modules, library facilities, job search tips, accommodation etc., and share them with the…As a Student Ambassador of Manchester Business School for the academic session of 2011-12:
* I assisted the admissions department with application selection, answered queries of more than 500 prospective students via the MBS students' portal - "MBSNET".
* Liaised with key stakeholders of the University to collect relevant information about a variety of topics like student experience, course modules, library facilities, job search tips, accommodation etc., and share them with the prospective students. -
Information & Communications Director @MBS Horizon
Alliance Manchester Business School
- 1 year
Social Services
MBS Horizon has been developed by PGT course representatives at Manchester Business School, driven by the common goal of building the networks and skills required to succeed in the modern business environment.
I was a member of the Executive Committee at MBS Horizon, and my role was: Information & Communications Director (ICD). In this job I accomplished the below:
* Successfully strategised and executed 8 social/business/sporting events in the academic session of 2011-12…MBS Horizon has been developed by PGT course representatives at Manchester Business School, driven by the common goal of building the networks and skills required to succeed in the modern business environment.
I was a member of the Executive Committee at MBS Horizon, and my role was: Information & Communications Director (ICD). In this job I accomplished the below:
* Successfully strategised and executed 8 social/business/sporting events in the academic session of 2011-12.
* Assisted in Marketing, Sales and Event Management of all the events organised by the society.
* Introduced and encouraged smart usage of social media channels and blogging to market the business summits and social events.
Publications
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A Cloud Computing-based Innovation Strategy for Hutchison 3G UK Ltd
Manchester Business School
This was a group research project for the module "Technology, Innovation Management & Business Strategy". Including myself, we were a group of five. We were awarded "Outstanding (>80%)" for this work.
The purpose of this study was to design a follower-type cloud computing-based innovation strategy for Hutchison 3G UK Ltd in line with the company’s stated ‘commitment to innovation and technology’. The proposed innovation strategy was intended to positively influence the company’s -…This was a group research project for the module "Technology, Innovation Management & Business Strategy". Including myself, we were a group of five. We were awarded "Outstanding (>80%)" for this work.
The purpose of this study was to design a follower-type cloud computing-based innovation strategy for Hutchison 3G UK Ltd in line with the company’s stated ‘commitment to innovation and technology’. The proposed innovation strategy was intended to positively influence the company’s - revenue streams, Return on Capital Employed (ROCE), and UK market share.
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An Analysis of Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) as a Disruptive Technology
Manchester Business School
This was my research paper for the module "Technology, Innovation Management & Business Strategy". I was awarded "Outstanding (>80%)" for this work.
This paper discusses about an emerging technology in the field of manufacturing called “additive manufacturing (3D printing)" and characterises it as “disruptive” to the established firms in the manufacturing industry. Disruptive innovation has emerged as a significant area of interest for academics and practitioners and is particularly…This was my research paper for the module "Technology, Innovation Management & Business Strategy". I was awarded "Outstanding (>80%)" for this work.
This paper discusses about an emerging technology in the field of manufacturing called “additive manufacturing (3D printing)" and characterises it as “disruptive” to the established firms in the manufacturing industry. Disruptive innovation has emerged as a significant area of interest for academics and practitioners and is particularly associated with the work of Clayton Christensen. In this paper, my argument about disruptive technology and how established firms should respond to such disruptions has been primarily supported by various papers/books authored by Clayton Christensen. -
Why India needs organised retailing?: A case study of India’s FDI in multi-brand retail policy
Manchester Business School
This was my research paper for the module "Global Politics & Global Business". I was awarded "Distinction (>70%)" for this work.
This paper discusses about India’s policy in multi-brand retailing, and stresses on the point that foreign retailing could be the solution to India’s failing economic growth. My argument supporting organised retailing in India is backed by Walmart’s India strategy, and explains how foreign retailers like Walmart can change the face of India’s retail sector. -
What are the two most important things that India can offer the rest of the world, and the two things that India could adopt from other countries that would help in its progress to becoming a world leader?
British Council, India
I presented on this topic to an esteemed group of panelists at the British Council India HQ in Chennai. My presentation was selected as one of the top 8 in India, and I received the British Council Scholarship of £3,000 to pursue my Master's degree in Manchester Business School.
Honors & Awards
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Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2023: Technology & Digital
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Global CPO 20
Products That Count
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"35 Women Under 35" by Management Today
Management Today
35 Women Under 35, 2020: Britain's brightest young business leaders
https://www.managementtoday.co.uk/35-women-35-2020-britains-brightest-young-business-leaders/women-in-business/article/1687839 -
Women of the Future Awards 2020: Technology & Digital
Women of the Future Programme
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/women-of-the-future-programme_wofawards-genderdiversity-collaboration-activity-6760901235366346752-ma_e
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FT Top 100 Most Influential BAME Leaders in UK Tech
Financial Times
FT Link (for subscribers): https://www.ft.com/content/43f7cece-0086-11ea-be59-e49b2a136b8d
List published on Inclusive Boards: https://www.inclusiveboards.co.uk/ib100
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IELTS British Council Scholarship
British Council
Awarded the prestigious “British Council Scholarship” of £3,000 for higher education in the UK for the academic year 2011-12. For details please refer:
http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=VE9JQ0gvMjAxMS8wOC8zMSNBcjAwNDA5
http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-downtown/ielts-scholarship-given/article2443312.ece
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Feather in My Cap
Wipro Technologies
Received "Feather In My Cap" award from Wipro Technologies for successful execution of a major product release of my client - EMC Corporation in November, 2009.
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State Highest Marks in A-Levels
Government of India - State of Assam
Secured State Highest marks in English in HSSLC (equivalent to A-levels) examination in June 2003; felicitated by the Indian government with a prize money equivalent to £1,000.
Test Scores
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GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
Score: 710/800
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IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
Score: 8.5/9
Languages
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English
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Hindi
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Assamese
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