Namrata Sarmah (Nam)

Namrata Sarmah (Nam)

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Experience

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    The Open University Business School

    London, England, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, England, United Kingdom

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    London, England, United Kingdom

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    London, Greater London, United Kingdom

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    London, England Metropolitan Area

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    London, England Metropolitan Area

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    Manchester, United Kingdom

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    Bengaluru Area, India

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    Greater Boston Area

Education

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    Harvard Business School

    Under the tutelage of Prof Bill George & Prof Tsedal Neeley

  • Innovation & Business Strategy

  • Activities and Societies: MBS Horizon, International Society, University of Manchester Students' Union

    * British Council Scholarship Winner, 2011-12

  • * Graduated with a GPA of 9.5/10.
    * Ranked in top 5% of the class.

  • 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

  • Rebus - Balance the Board Graphic

    Board Mentor

    Rebus - Balance the Board

    - Present 7 months

    Economic Empowerment

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    Executive Sponsor - ESG Commitee

    INTO University Partnerships

    Environment

  • London Business School Graphic

    Mentor - Women in Tech programme

    London Business School

    - 2 years

    Science and Technology

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    UK Leadership Team - ParentHood & Fusion

    Viacom

    - 1 year

    Social Services

    Co-Chair of ParentHood: employee resource group for parents

    Leadership Committee at Fusion: employee resource group for minority ethnic groups

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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.

    This programme runs every year.

  • 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

    I represented Manchester Business School in a number of Graduate Fairs and Events.

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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.

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    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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2023: Technology & Digital

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  • Global CPO 20

    Products That Count

  • "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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)

    Score: 710/800

  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

    Score: 8.5/9

Languages

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  • Hindi

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  • Assamese

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