Head of Operations at Dholakia Ventures
Location - Surat, Gujarat
Responsible for streamlining the organisation across areas such as processes, compliance, human resources, and social media. Additionally, my role will focus on planning and executing ongoing engagements with stakeholders through various programs, while also developing comprehensive end-to-end investment processes.
Senior Manager at MeitY Startup Hub
Location - New Delhi
Worked upon researching and designing policies and programs within the AI domain and develop a scheme for the MeitY Startup Hub aimed at creating an ecosystem to support startups in the AI sector. These efforts aligned with the broader framework of the IndiaAI Mission.
Multiple roles at GUSEC
Location - Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Vice President - Operations
Associate Vice President - Operations
Sr. Manager - Operations
Manager - Operations
During my multiple role tenure at GUSEC, my responsibility was to oversight State and Central Government funds from inception to completion at GUSEC. Managing human resources, finances, and co-working spaces on a daily basis. Engaging with diverse stakeholders including government entities, international organizations, corporations, and foundations. Guiding Incubation team for the development of startups. Create network of mentors for the organization. Directing the complete disbursement process of funding to startups in accordance with government regulations. Overseeing the operational functions of Fab Lab. Coordinating university-level programs and events, as well as collaborations with stakeholders.
Academic Associate at IIM Ahmedabad
Location - Ahmedabad, Gujarat
As an Academic Associate at IIM Ahmedabad, I was responsible to support the Faculties and Administration. This involved conducting research, analyzing data for diverse projects, and helping faculty members in developing study materials, delivering lectures, and assessing student projects. Additionally, I fulfilled the role of an exam invigilator.
Senior Project Associate at GSIDS
Location - Gandhinagar, Gujarat
As a Senior Project Associate at GSIDS, I took on the responsibility of coordinating with multiple District Collectorates to facilitate Social Infrastructure Planning. My duties also included overseeing the development of Human Development Reports at the district level. Additionally, I conducted workshops on the Human Development Index for State Government Officials across various districts, aiming to raise awareness among decision-makers and stakeholders.
Gandhi Fellow at Piramal Foundation
Location - Surat, Gujarat
As a Fellow at Piramal Foundation, I worked closely with Surat Municipal Schools to enhance Student Learning Outcomes (SLO). This involved designing and implementing a range of activities and approaches curated based on the need of the students. My role extended beyond the classroom in to the local community to understand its influence on the students' learning environment. The fellowship provided an invaluable opportunity to develop leadership skills for creating positive societal impact.
Additional Roles
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Currently managing operations for Dholakia Incub8 Foundation, a Startup Support Centre established by the Dholakia Family. Focused on building a robust support system to nurture and empower early-stage startup ideas.
IDSR
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I served as Officer on Special Duty during the formative year of the Institute of Defence Studies and Research (IDSR), an initiative of Gujarat University, DRDO, and the Education Department, Govt of Gujarat.
GUCF
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I served as AVP - Operations for the Gujarat University Consultancy Foundation (GUCF), which played a pivotal role in managing the Dhanvantari COVID Hospital during the pandemic.
IIES
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I served as VP - Operations for the Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Skills (IIES), an initiative by Gujarat University focused on academic programs aimed at startups and entrepreneurship.