Background
I'm from Des Moines, born and raised. Iowa is where I've spent my whole life, and I adore everything about it—the scenery, the culture, and the people. Des Moines is my home base, but Iowa City, where I went to school, also holds a special place in my heart. Growing up surrounded by family and the welcoming atmosphere of these cities, I've found opportunities that have truly shaped who I am.
Family Life
I come from a tight-knit household of four, where I'm the youngest. My bond with my older sister is incredibly strong, and we both share the pride of graduating from the University of Iowa. Our family cherishes our Indian heritage, which we actively learn about and celebrate together. Periodically, we embark on trips to India to connect with our extended family, enriching our cultural roots even further.
Education
I graduated from the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business in May 2024. I studied Marketing and Business Analytics with a Minor in Psychology. I also got the honor to study abroad through the CIMBA program in Italy where I got to learn marketing and finance from professors across the nation. The education this institution has given me has broadened my interest in Industry Marketing and consumer behavior as well as sharpened my skills in leadership, analytics, and communication.
Occupation
I have had the honor to join PepsiCo Beverages North America as a Sales Management Associate in the Des Moines office from July 2024. The experiences I have gained since have deepened my interest in the CPG industry. I am inspired by everything I have learned and have a goal to join the companies marketing and analytics team to understand how our company runs in its background. Through my experience at Pepsi, I have had the honor to take part in a handful of projects, lead teams of frontline employees in multiple capacities and serve as a strong team member and resources for tasks small and big. This experience in a fast paced environment has helped me gain multi tasking and prioritization skills as well as organization, project management and communication skills.
Experience
As stated before, through the Tippie College of Business, I had an amazing opportunity to travel to Poderno Del Grappa, Italy, a small town next to venice to extend my studies over the 2023 summer. I got to take marketing and finance classes over an accelerted period of time while also experiencing the culture that surrounds the landscape of italy and educate myself about the history that its soil still carries. This oppurtunity is one I will remember for years to come and truly feel honored to have taken part in.
Present
Animal Rescue League
Volunteer & Photographer
To keep myself busy when away from work, I decided to join the ARL to give back to a passion of mine. I currently am a regular volunteer and a photographer, helping in any capacity I can!
2024
Tippie Technology
Director of Socials and Merchandise
Without anticipation, I had the oppurtunity to join the Tippie Technology executive board to assist in conducting team socials, collabrative meetings, digital media as well as curate and manage merchandise sales to represent the organization. This year, we had the honor to conduct a meeting with the Women in Business!
2024
Homecoming Council
Director of Sales and Merchandise
I had the great honor to join an exclusive team of individuals to represent and conduct the 2024 Iowa Homecoming. Through this role, I was able to extend my merchandise sales skills and help continue the rich tradition of University of Iowa button collecting, in addition to helping conduct all other homecoming traditions such as the Block Party and Parade!
2021-2024
Walk It Out
President
Vice President of Marketing
Graphic Designer
Walk It Out is the largest Multicultural Organization at the University of Iowa. By utilizing dance, fashion, music and performance, Walk It Out aims to bridge the gap between the cultural groups on campus and its PWI. Walk It Out gives minority students the platform to showcase the unique marvels the respective culture possess. With over 150 members, I had the honor to serve Walk It Out as the 2024 President and showcasing the beauty of community and culture to over 800 individuals in the Iowa City Community.
2020-2023
South Asian Student Alliance
Vice President
Vice President of Marketing
Graphic Designer
Serving as the first ever student organization that I got to take part in, SASA has always had a special place in my heart. This student org has not only given me a community, it has also helped me find my now passion in marketing. I had the great honor to serve on the Marketing Committee helping me find my calling, further allowing me to become the Vice President of marketing and later serving as the Vice President of the Organization. This org was truly the first step to my heavy involvement within Iowa City Student organizations.
2022-2023
Habitat for Humanity
Communications Director
As a communication director, I got to to assist the board members in operations of the organization as well as handle various marketing iniative. This position led me to create connections for H4H with other student organizations as well as maintain marketing schedules and operations.
2020-2024
Women in Business
Member
Women in Business has been a core aspect to my development and perspective of my role in the business realm. Although I did not serve on the executive board, I continued to maintain membership getting the great oppurtunity to hear from panelists, engage in community service socials and philantropy opportunities!
