Mastering Multipotentiality
Career Progression and Milestones

Dani Sports Foundation (ELMS Sports Foundation)
Manager - Partnerships and Communications (April 2021 - March 2024)
Project Officer (July 2018 - March 2021)
Project Chhalaang: Fundraising Strategist
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Developed strategic fundraising pipeline through stakeholder presentations, meetings, and proposal writing.
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Conducted thorough due diligence to ensure project viability and sustained donor support
High Performance Programs: Marketing Specialist
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Formulated a candidate pipeline for High Performance Leadership and Coach Development Programs.
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Managed all communication and facilitated seamless candidate onboarding.
Communications and Operations Expert
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Produced diverse marketing materials and managed the company's digital presence, including social media campaigns and paid advertising.
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Authored newsletters, reports, and provided administrative support for optimal operations.
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Oversaw contractual agreements, account management, vendor relations, and travel logistics coordination.
Strategic Planning & Advisory Role
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Led planning, coordination, and collaboration of projects on behalf of the head office.
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Contributed to executive meetings to discuss and analyze business issues and process improvements.
Project Manager
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Oversaw high-level, cross-functional projects as assigned by the head office.
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Coordinated business-wide procedures and worked to improve existing processes for maximum clarity and efficiency.
Content Development & Training
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Designed session content as per program requirements and delivered training sessions as needed.
Relationship Management
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Built and maintained relationships across all departments/functions to influence outcomes and foster long-term partnerships.
Operational Supervision
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Managed business operations, ensuring day-to-day project responsibilities were executed within budget and given deadlines.
HR & Administration
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Managed all aspects of HR administration including resource planning, staff benefits, hiring, and onboarding.​
I have been a core part of the Foundation’s evolution from ELMS to Dani Sports Foundation, shaping strategy and execution across verticals. My work has ranged from program design to ecosystem building:

Ultimate Table Tennis
Senior Manager – Operations | Jun 2024 – Present | Mumbai, India
India’s premier professional table tennis league.
As Venue Head for Season 6, I led all operations for two concurrent tournaments—UTT and Dream UTT Juniors—ensuring seamless matchday execution and inter-department coordination:
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Managed over 300 personnel, including staff from broadcast, league operations, security, and hospitality.
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Created and managed daily match and practice schedules, addressing the unique needs of eight franchises and broadcast demands.
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Led security planning and coordinated with local authorities (Police, Fire, Disaster Management) to ensure event permissions and safety compliance.
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Oversaw all competition and practice logistics, managing vendor teams and liaising with technical officials for uninterrupted execution.
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Chennaiyin FC
Senior Manager – Operations | Dec 2021 – Present | Chennai, India
A two-time Indian Super League (ISL) champion football club.
In this role, I led matchday and accreditation operations, while ensuring the club’s delivery aligned with ISL standards:
2021-22 Season: Assisted with on-ground operations during the pandemic-affected Indian Super League, specifically orchestrating match day operations for Chennaiyin FC's home games.
2022-23 Season: Instrumental in setting up the field of play for ISL games in the subsequent season, ensuring adherence to the high standards required for India's top football league.
2022-23 Season: Oversaw ticketing and access control systems, streamlining entry for fans, media, and VIPs.

Kapadwanj Kelavani Mandal
Advisor (May 2020-Present)
Provided strategic advice on digital outreach and fundraising to Kapadwanj Kelavani Mandal (KKM).

Gandhi Fellowship
Gandhi Fellow (July 2016 - May 2018)
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Fostered the professional development of educators by introducing innovative teaching methodologies, enhancing instructional effectiveness.
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Collaborated with school teachers to establish Libraries and Learning Corners, enriching the academic environment.
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Devised a comprehensive curriculum booklet, promoting sports for life skills development and gender equality, which was implemented in over 800 schools in Bageshwar District, Uttarakhand.
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Launched an initiative to stimulate student creativity and literacy, where children were encouraged to write their own stories, resulting in a book publication.
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Discussed and showcased our educational initiatives with the Union Minister of India for Human Resource Development, Mr. Prakash Javadekar and the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand.

Tonic Media
Copywriter (February 2016 - June 2016)
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Developed compelling, influential copy for a wide array of digital marketing materials for esteemed brands such as NBA, Sony SIX, ESPN, and IPL.
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Displayed excellent project management capabilities, effectively juggling multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
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Collaborated synergistically with graphic designers, marketing teams, and stakeholders, aligning content with brand identity for impactful messaging.
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Strategized comprehensive content plans that closely aligned with the brands' objectives, achieving uniformity across all channels to boost brand visibility and effectiveness.

localowls.com
Content Manager (May 2015 - January 2016
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A pivotal member of the Business Development team, actively involved in client servicing, fostering strong customer relations, and contributing to strategic planning.
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Demonstrated exceptional skills in managing diverse operational activities, such as timely profile updates, optimizing website user-friendliness, identifying and rectifying errors, and collaborating with the tech team to enhance SEO performance.
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Close collaboration with the digital media team to review and edit content, ensuring alignment with the company's brand image and messaging.
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Authored impactful blogs that led to a substantial increase in the conversion rate of potential customers, showcasing a talent for engaging and persuasive writing.
Education and Certificates
Sophia Polytechnic, Mumbai. (Affiliated with Mumbai University)
Post Graduate Diploma in Social Communications Media
June 2014 - May 2015
St. Gonsalo Garcia College – Mumbai University
Bachelors of Arts (History and Sociology)
July 2011 - April 2014
Azeem Premji University
Designing & Facilitating Effective Learning Experiences
February 2020
Genpact
Social Impact Data Specialist
January 2022 - June 2022
India Leaders for Social Sector
Fundraising Program