Building the Future of Work Through AI, Analytics & Human Insight
MBA student specializing in HR analytics, workforce intelligence, AI-driven business strategy, consulting-oriented problem solving, and future-focused organizational innovation.
Analytics-Driven.
People-Focused.
Strategy-Led.
My journey began not in a classroom, but on the floor of a retail store — where every inventory decision, customer interaction, and operational challenge revealed how data shapes business outcomes.
Now pursuing my MBA in Business Analytics and HR, I’m bridging operational experience with analytical thinking through research, workforce intelligence, and AI-driven strategy. My research focuses on organizational decision-making, algorithmic HR systems, workforce trust, and future-of-work dynamics — translating complex human behaviour into structured business insight.
I aspire to work at the intersection of consulting, analytics, and people strategy, helping organizations build more intelligent and human-centered systems.
Researching AI-augmented HR decision systems, predictive workforce analytics, and organizational intelligence while building practical Power BI dashboards and analytics-driven business solutions.
Academic Journey
Building analytical foundations from commerce fundamentals to advanced MBA-level business analytics, research, and AI-driven strategic thinking.
MBA — Business Analytics & Finance
- Research-oriented academic projects with real-world application
- Business simulation exercises and strategy case studies
- Excel, SQL & Power BI analytics in decision-making contexts
- AI-driven business problem solving and case analysis
- Academic seminars, workshops, and cross-disciplinary discussions
- Analytics-focused financial and HR modeling
BBA — Business Administration
PUC — Commerce + Statistics + Economics
SSLC — Secondary School
Professional Experience
Real operational experience that informs my analytical perspective — grounding abstract data insights in business reality.
Why this matters: Four years of front-line retail and operations experience gives me a practitioner's lens for analytics — I understand what data means for real people, real workflows, and real decisions.
Senior Customer Service Advisor
- Retail operations management — coordinating daily floor activities and team workflows
- Inventory planning & supply coordination — maintaining optimal stock levels
- CRM & customer engagement — building lasting customer relationships and loyalty
- Sales and stock reporting — tracking metrics for operational insight
- SOP compliance and quality assurance across all service touchpoints
- Logistics coordination — managing inbound and outbound product flow
- Customer experience optimization — identifying pain points and resolving escalations
- Operational efficiency management — streamlining processes to improve throughput
Store In-Charge — FMCG
- End-to-end retail store operations — opening, closing, and day-to-day management
- Billing & POS handling — accurate transaction processing and financial reporting
- Inventory audits and structured reporting to regional management
- WhatsApp Business sales support — driving digital-channel customer engagement
- Digital sales coordination — managing orders across platforms
- Operational reporting — daily, weekly, and monthly performance documentation
- Customer order fulfillment — ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction
- Team supervision & workflow management — coordinating staff for peak performance
Each operational role deepened my understanding of workforce management, process efficiency, and data-driven decision cycles — the same principles I now apply in HR Analytics research, Power BI dashboards, and attrition prediction models.
Publications & Featured Research
Research papers, analytics projects, and AI-driven workforce intelligence studies focused on the future of work.
From Algorithms to Judgment: How AI Assisted HR Decisions Are Reshaping Trust, Fairness, and Human Agency at Work
Research exploring how AI-assisted HR systems influence trust, fairness, transparency, and employee agency in organizational decision-making.
Understanding the ethical and psychological impact of AI-driven HR systems in modern workplaces.
Highlights the importance of balancing algorithmic efficiency with human-centered decision making.
Published in International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology (IJIRT).
One Vote Matters: A Case Study on Political Awareness and Youth Voting Behaviour in Tamil Nadu
Empirical study examining youth political awareness, civic participation, and voting behavior patterns in Tamil Nadu.
Understanding motivational and social factors influencing youth electoral participation.
Identifies awareness gaps and behavioral patterns shaping democratic engagement among youth.
Published as SSRN preprint with DOI indexing.
The Rapid Rise of Quick Commerce and Its Impact on Worker Pressure and Operational Efficiency in Bengaluru
Study analyzing operational efficiency and worker pressure in Bengaluru's rapidly growing quick-commerce ecosystem.
Balancing ultra-fast delivery expectations with sustainable workforce conditions.
Reveals operational stress patterns affecting gig workers and logistics systems.
Published as SSRN preprint with DOI indexing.
From Representation to Influence: A Descriptive Study on Women’s Participation in Strategic Decision-Making and Organizational Effectiveness
Research examining women's participation in strategic organizational decision-making and its relationship to effectiveness.
Exploring barriers limiting meaningful participation in organizational leadership structures.
Highlights the connection between inclusive leadership and organizational performance.
Published in Advanced International Journal for Research.
Credentials & Certifications
A portfolio of verified certifications spanning analytics, AI, process excellence, HR leadership, and finance.
Data Analytics Job Simulation
Risk Management Job Simulation
Six Sigma Advanced
Six Sigma Principles
Product Management Fundamentals
Google AI Essentials
Human Resources (HR) Leadership and HR Management Strategies
Power BI Fundamentals
Excel Training: Beginners to Advanced
Featured Projects
Analytics, marketing, strategy, and business intelligence projects focused on practical problem-solving and data-driven decision making.
Asian Paints Sales Forecasting
Forecasting decorative paint demand using quantitative and qualitative forecasting techniques.
Understanding repainting cycles, seasonal demand, and premiumisation trends in the Indian decorative paints industry.
Built forecasting models combining trend analysis, moving averages, CAGR, and market intelligence.
Created a strategic forecasting framework for marketing and inventory planning.
CRM Strategy & Consumer Behaviour
Study focused on customer relationship management and buying behaviour analysis.
Understanding how service quality and customer engagement influence loyalty and retention.
Identified strong correlation between customer experience and repeat purchasing behaviour.
Developed CRM improvement strategies focused on customer retention and engagement.
Zepto Café Quick-Commerce Study
Business analysis of Zepto Café’s quick-commerce and instant delivery operating model.
Understanding scalability and operational efficiency in hyperlocal food delivery systems.
Identified logistics speed, dark kitchens, and app integration as core growth drivers.
Created strategic recommendations for operational optimization and expansion.
Sony Ericsson Revival Using STP & 4Ps
Revival strategy for Sony Ericsson using segmentation, targeting, positioning, and marketing mix frameworks.
Analyzing causes of decline and rebuilding competitive relevance in the smartphone market.
Demonstrated how strategic repositioning can extend product lifecycle and rebuild brand perception.
Designed a full strategic revival framework using modern marketing intervention.
Presentations & Achievements
Academic and professional milestones reflecting research credibility, public communication, and continuous intellectual engagement.
MEC 2026 International Conference Presenter
International Academic Conference
Selected to present original research at the MEC 2026 International Conference — a peer-reviewed platform for emerging business and management scholars. This represents cross-border academic recognition for research quality and analytical rigor.
Green Algorithmic HRM Research Presentation
Research Seminar Presentation
Presented original research on Green Algorithmic HRM at a national academic seminar, contributing to emerging discourse on sustainable HR practices, algorithmic management, and environmental considerations in workforce strategy.
National Seminar Participation
Multi-Institution Academic Event
Active participant in national-level academic seminars, engaging in scholarly debate on contemporary business, analytics, and management topics. Contributed papers and participated in cross-institutional knowledge exchange.
NFLQ Participation
National Finance & Leadership Quiz
Participated in the National Finance & Leadership Quiz (NFLQ), demonstrating competence in financial literacy, strategic thinking, and business decision-making under competitive academic conditions.
SEBI Investor Awareness Program
Securities & Exchange Board of India
Completed the SEBI Investor Awareness Program, gaining structured knowledge in securities markets, investor rights, financial regulations, and capital market mechanics — reinforcing a data-driven financial literacy foundation.
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Senior Customer Service Advisor @ Fizzy Goblet | MBA, Business Analytics
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
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Analytics creates clarity. Human insight creates direction.
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The future belongs to adaptable professionals.
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Good strategy starts with understanding people.
Capabilities & Expertise
A cross-functional skill set spanning analytics, research methodologies, AI-driven decision making, workforce intelligence, and strategic business thinking.
Analytics & Data
Research & Writing
Operations & Business
Leadership & Soft Skills
The Person Behind the Work
The trajectory from a retail store to research publications and an MBA in Business Analytics wasn't linear. It was built in pieces — through work experience, self-directed learning, and a consistent commitment to thinking more clearly about how organizations and people function together.
“I didn't start with a plan. I started with curiosity about why businesses worked the way they did — and a notebook full of questions. The analytics came later. The discipline came from necessity. The direction came from paying attention.
Self-Built
Built this path independently — balancing full-time work through most of my academic years. Every certification, every research paper, every presentation happened alongside real professional responsibilities.
Disciplined Learner
Learning wasn't always the path of least resistance. It required choosing growth over comfort — studying after shifts, researching on weekends, and finding clarity through the discipline of consistent effort.
Long-Term Thinker
The work I do today — research, analytics, strategic reading — is preparation for decisions that will matter in five years. I'm building a foundation, not chasing shortcuts.
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Open to opportunities in HR Analytics, Workforce Strategy, Consulting, Business Intelligence, and research-driven roles. Whether you're a recruiter, researcher, startup founder, or collaborator — I'd love to connect.
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HR Analytics, Workforce Strategy, Consulting & Business Intelligence
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