I'm a seasoned research professional with over 6 years of experience driving digital transformation through strategic insights and deep market intelligence. As a Chief Researcher at Nomura Research Institute, I spearhead high-impact consulting projects across critical sectors like GenAI, semiconductors, cloud computing, and ICT.
My expertise lies in combining rigorous competitive benchmarking, insightful policy analysis, and advanced trend forecasting to empower global businesses and government stakeholders in navigating the complexities of emerging technologies and making informed decisions.
Industry Scan, Data Map, Insight Generation
Rival Analysis, Strategic Advantage Identification
GenAI, Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, ICT Trends
Client Relationship Management, Outcome Delivery
Data Crunching, Visualization, Narrative Building
Data Sourcing, Financial Analysis, Market Intelligence
NRI Group | Apr 2025 – Present · 4 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · Hybrid
NRI Group | Apr 2023 – Mar 2025 · 2 yrs · Gurgaon · Hybrid
NRI Group | Jan 2022 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos · Gurgaon, India
Phronesis Partners | Jul 2021 – Jan 2022 · 7 mos · Noida
Phronesis Partners | Aug 2018 – Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 11 mos
ITC Limited · Internship | Jun 2017 – Jul 2017 · 2 mos · India
adidas · Internship | Apr 2017 – Jun 2017 · 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India
Asia Pacific Institute of Management, New Delh | 2016 – 2018
Grade: 8.7
Jaipur National University, Jaipur | 2011 – 2015
Modi Public School, Kota | 2009 – 2011
RRRA, Cambridge School, Dehradun | 2003 – 2009
Benchmarked GenAI adoption, GPU requirements, and performance metrics for IT consultancies, providing actionable strategic guidance.
Analyzed localization policies and energy-efficient data center solutions across Asia-Pacific, impacting regional infrastructure development.
Tracked supply chain shifts and public-private collaboration strategies for chip manufacturing, influencing national tech policies.
Surveyed HR departments across leading IT firms to benchmark practices and talent strategies.
Explored global trends like GenAI, metaverse, NFTs, and blockchain through cross-industry infrastructure outsourcing studies.
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