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Summary

As a new generation leader with proven leadership skills, I prioritize driving change while being mindful of the need to adapt to it.

My strong curiosity for how things work has led me to embrace cross-disciplinary approaches and a willingness to learn from failure. With over 13 years of experience in freshwater systems and integrated water resources management, serving in both project management and organizational leadership roles, I have gained a unique perspective and a diverse set of skills.

I have served in roles ranging from data scientist, institutional ecosystem's enabler, serial entrepreneur, to organizational transformation consultant for large non-profits, and building high-performance core functions in organizations facing vulnerable times.

I value authentic connections and believe in the power of inclusion and diversity for innovation and sustainable growth. In my free time, I enjoy exploring science and nature, which further fuels my passion for enhancing water security on the planet.

Work Experience

2021-04present

Senior Manager, Transformative Partnerships for Fresh Water,

WWF Sweden, Stockholm

Using a tip-of-the-spear approach, I lead transformative business partnerships with global corporations intending to build a leadership pathway for Water Stewardship that other organizations can follow.

This work is delivered through a network effect of cross-functional teams equipped with continuous improvement and a risk management mindset. we combine the collective force of our partnerships to actively change the reality around high-priority natural habitats which are at enormous risk of complete collapse or irreversible damage.

2021-01present

Co-Founder & Principal Consultant,

Apeability, Palo Alto/Stockholm/Mumbai

At Apeability I engage with a cross-functional team of business developers, financial experts, technology specialists and organizational development professionals.

We are united by our purpose to enable high-impact non-profits to achieve their ultimate throughput and scale. We are recognized as a highly specialized resource group with active support towards reknown and grassroots organizations like the Norwegian Refugee Council, Global Water Partnership, Stockholm International Water Institute, UNDP and a dozen other organizations.

Our assignments range from management consulting, leadership capacity building, process improvement and digital transformation.

2015-052021-04

Senior Manager, Business transformation

SIWI, Stockholm

Have served in dual roles of being a project leader for global fresh water projects focusing on integrated water management, policy & governance as well as private sector engagement. 

I later used my project leadership experience to develop a tool called SIWIlization to map Stockholm International Water Institute's operations and reduce risks. I also managed business services including finances, contracts, IT, and data management. I served on the board for two years to help achieve the goal of a water-wise world.

2012-072015-05

Sustainability Consultant & Systems Architect

cKinetics Inc, Palo Alto

Project team lead, Key accounts management, and product development in Resource Management, Resource monitoring tools, efficiency and renewable resources. Delivered on

  1. Bottom-of-pyramid empowerment and electrification/microgrid program across North Indian Rural areas.
  2. industrial resource efficiency program spread across three continents (5 countries) impacting 400 production facilities, 33 value chain partners (purchasers and brands) with a multi-lingual team enabled by digital systems.
2010-092012-07

Co-founder

Vivaan Power, Mumbai

Involved in key CSP technology development, Design collaboration and Systems Design. Designing & EPC of solar telecom (Photovoltaic integration for BTS) power plants for Indian telecom operators.

2009-042011-08

Business Analyst, Mergers & Acquisition

Stork and veco BV, Eerbek

Internal and external Information gathering and analysis of various business functions including technology, financials and market access. Building a frame of reference for identifying the scope of the project under the guidance of the top management team.

Preliminary business intelligence of target companies through public sources and the Ministry of Corporate affairs. Communication and co-ordination with project heads and the company's key management.

Expertise

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Fresh Water Ecosystems

Over a decade of exploration and understanding of global fresh water ecosystems ranging from surface water systems, glacial systems as well as ground water linked eco systems.

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Transformative partnerships

Specialist in steering organization and business navigation with business leaders, network driven decision making and consensus building.

8
Service/servant leadership

Recognized by colleagues as a service leader and enabling partner for all functions. Specialist in building service orientation in the most tedious internal dynamics.

10
Business Intelligence

Full stack skills for managing Power Bi, Tableau and others, with an advanced understanding of modeling and exploring sustainability data from internal business operations as well as enhancing them through mashups with external datasets

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Change management

Expertise in making multimodal implementation plans and calibrating transformation experience to avoid change fatigue without loosing pace of delivery.

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Multi stakeholder engagement

Proven expertise in building and engaging with multi stakeholder platforms in sustainability and transformation management contexts. Global membership of several working groups in leading business leaders towards sustainable development goals.