Resume
Professional
summary
With more than 12 yrs of experience, I have been a versatile and results-driven Design Leader with a track record of driving projects from conception to fruition. I am well versed with blending design expertise with entrepreneurial acumen, demonstrating the ability to navigate diverse business constraints and stakeholders.
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My aim is to grow as a design thought leader and inspire others as well. I strive to bring impact in people’s lives at scale through design.
Education
Master's Degree in Industrial Design
(2010-2012)
National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (2006-2010)
M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore
Core skills
Leading design teams, Bringing out the best in people, Understanding user needs, crisis management and quick problem solving
Present role
Head of Design - Lectrix EV, Bangalore
Since Jan 2023)
Strategic Leadership
Built and led a dynamic design team, fostering creativity and excellence. Personally handpicked diverse talents for comprehensive design solutions.
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Innovation in EV Design
Enabled a team of 4 to go from concept to production of 4 vehicle variants in under 3 years breaking free of traditional OEM's design processes and resource luxuries.​
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Strategic Vision
Worked along with the board of directors and product teams to plan design language, features and modularity across all future platforms.​
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Agile Leadership
Acclimatized to the startup environment, donning multiple hats during the initial growth phase. Worked closely with cross functional teams, ensuring product alignment with organizational goals.
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Thought Leadership
Crafted detailed deliverable sheets, propelling enhancement through design thinking. Fostered a design-driven culture, influencing stakeholders and teams with impactful prototypes.
Past work experience
Whatfix, Bangalore - Sr. Designer
(2021-2022)
Taking on a Sr. Designer role at Whatfix, I led UX design and strategy for an enterprise DAP tool, marking my shift into strategic design and handling diverse responsibilities.
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Numeros Motors, Bangalore - Chief Designer
(2019-2021)
As Senior Designer at Numeros Motors, I played a key role in taking electric vehicle designs from concept to production. This period showcased my growth into a leadership position, overseeing projects comprehensively.
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Meshined Design Consultancy - Co-founder
(2014-2019)
Co-founding Meshined, I directed projects across domains and co-created SMTHN, managing crowdfunding and the entire product lifecycle. This experience highlighted my evolution as a versatile design entrepreneur.
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AUDI, Germany - Internship
2013)
During my AUDI internship, I transitioned from a design learner to a strategic thinker, aligning design concepts with broader business goals.
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Fuego Furniture, Bangalore - 1st Job
(2012)
In my foundational role at Fuego Furniture, I balanced creativity with real-world constraints, shaping my pragmatic and solution-oriented design approach.
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Isringhausen, Germany - Internship
(2011)
During my internship at Isringhausen, Germany, I navigated technical challenges, marking the start of my journey from a novice to a seasoned design professional.