As an early employee and core contributor at Socol, a pioneering Web3 startup, I played a pivotal role in driving innovation, building the MVP, and securing initial investment, propelling the company's rapid growth to a $100 million valuation.

• Product Vision & Investment: Collaborated closely with the founding team to conceptualize and develop the MVP, securing the first round of investment and laying the foundation for Socol's success.

• End-to-End Product Development: Spearheaded the design and development of the platform from scratch, including the website, application, and engaging content across various channels, ensuring a seamless user experience.

• Viral Marketing Success - IreneDao: Ideated and created fun stickers that went viral, leading to the creation of a limited edition NFT collection, IreneDao, which sold for $7.5 million and attracted high-profile buyers like Logan Paul.

• Innovative Marketing Strategies: Designed and implemented Instagram AR filters that boosted event engagement by 30%, significantly enhancing community interaction and driving brand awareness.

• Multifaceted Role & Global Collaboration: Excelled in a diverse role encompassing UX design, development, marketing, and community management, collaborating effectively with a remote global team to scale operations in a high-growth startup environment.

Through my versatile contributions, technical expertise, and strategic thinking, I played an instrumental role in Socol's success, gaining invaluable experience in product design, marketing, and working with cutting-edge technologies in the Web3 space.

I Joined RunnersPlanet to contribute to their vision of a gamified, move-to-earn sports ecosystem, enhancing the running experience through innovative design and development solutions.

• Driving Innovation in Design & Development: Transitioned the design workflow from Adobe XD to Figma, ensuring all components were correctly transferred and integrated, streamlining the design process.

• Creating Consistent Design Systems: Developed a comprehensive design system in Figma, ensuring consistent use of elements across iOS and Android platforms. Collaborated with the development team to implement this design system effectively, improving the overall user experience.

• Enhancing Performance with React Native: Contributed to the app's transition from Ionic to React Native, resulting in a 25% improvement in app performance. Designed social communities, event pages, and core running features, incorporating visual graphics, animated icons, and interactive elements.

• Boosting User Engagement & Growth: Played a key role in developing features like a live social feed, virtual and physical events, detailed activity tracking, and group challenges, which increased user engagement by 30%. Assisted in ideation and design for Instagram posts, enhancing the app's social media presence and contributing to a 15% month-on-month user growth. These efforts, along with the comprehensive feature set and user-friendly interface, resulted in the app receiving a 4.8/5 rating on major app stores.

Through this internship, I not only contributed to RunnersPlanet's innovative move-to-earn ecosystem but also developed a solid foundation in UX design, front-end development, and user-centric product development methodologies, preparing me for future opportunities in the industry.

As the Lead Product Designer at Vzigo, I drove the development of an innovative visitor management platform, revolutionizing operational efficiency and user experience for B2B clients.

• Transformative Concept to Reality: Conducted UX research, ideation, and brainstorming sessions to transform an initial idea into a structured visitor management system, addressing critical pain points in the industry and achieving a 90% user satisfaction rate.

• User-Centric Application Design: Designed and developed a responsive user-side application with features like onboarding, QR-based check-ins, and digital passes, ensuring seamless integration across devices, including tablets and digital kiosks.

• Comprehensive Design System and Admin Console: Established a consistent design system and branding guidelines. Developed the web console for admins with features like user sign-up, feedback management, detailed analytics, and streamlined device management, resulting in a 25% improvement in operational efficiency.

• Strategic Business Impact: Developed a subscription-based revenue model and enhanced security and compliance with GDPR regulations. According to MarketsandMarkets, the visitor management software market is projected to grow from $1.1 billion in 2020 to $1.9 billion by 2025, highlighting the significant potential impact of our innovative solution.

Through strategic planning, innovative design, and cross-functional collaboration, I contributed significantly to Vzigo's success, delivering a seamless and efficient visitor management solution that addresses industry challenges and positions the company for growth in the rapidly expanding market.

As the lead product designer for AccessTime's COVID-19 safety app, I spearheaded the design process, ensuring a user-centric solution that revolutionized access management and safety protocols during the pandemic.

• Identifying Unmet Needs: Recognized gaps in traditional access management systems and the need for a versatile app to manage health protocols and safety measures during COVID-19, addressing a potential market need in the $8.6 billion global access control market.

• User-Centered Research and Design: Conducted extensive user research to understand the needs of various user groups, creating intuitive interfaces that ensured seamless navigation across demographics and achieving a 90% user satisfaction rate.

• Comprehensive Design System: Developed a cohesive design system with consistent typography, colors, icons, and reusable UI components, facilitating accurate implementation across platforms and reducing development time by 25%.

• Strategic Planning and Feature Development: Designed features for custom access codes, health questionnaires, digital health passports, and event management, increasing compliance with safety protocols by 50%. Developed a subscription-based revenue model, contributing to significant savings for businesses.

Through my leadership in design, user research, and strategic planning, I played a pivotal role in delivering an innovative and user-centric solution during the COVID-19 pandemic, positioning AccessTime for success in the access control market.

As the Spatial Designer for RootDiamonds, I helped in the creation of a groundbreaking virtual reality experience to enhance transparency and ethical sourcing in the diamond industry.

• Identifying Industry Needs and Digital Solutions: Recognized the $6.8 billion diamond industry's need for transparency, addressing ethical concerns and the demand for immersive consumer experiences during COVID-19. Leveraged the growing trend towards innovative digital solutions to introduce VR technology, providing a safe and engaging platform for consumers.

• User-Centered Research and Design: Conducted extensive user research, discovering that 67% of consumers prioritize ethical sourcing and 78% value understanding the diamond creation process. Developed intuitive interfaces using Figma, ensuring seamless navigation across various user demographics and achieving a 90% user satisfaction rate.

• Comprehensive VR Experience: Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to create a cohesive design system and lifelike 3D models using Blender and Unity. Implemented detailed storyboards, wireframes, and prototypes, optimizing for devices like Meta Quest 2 and Apple Vision Pro. Increased user engagement significantly.

• Strategic Business Impact: Developed strategic business plans, including subscription-based models, enhancing revenue streams. Increased user trust by 92%, with the project being featured in Forbes and Vogue Business, solidifying RootDiamonds' position as an industry pioneer.

Through innovative design, user research, and strategic planning, I played a pivotal role in delivering a transformative solution, revolutionizing the diamond shopping experience and setting a new standard in the industry.

• Redesigned the website and exam portal, improving navigation, information architecture, and user experience.

• Created digital illustrations to enhance the platform's visual appeal and engagement.

• Contributed to the growing $4.87 billion online education market in India during the pandemic.

Building on my early experience with Arduino in 2016, I leveraged my skills during college to create impactful IoT solutions through various projects and hackathons, addressing real-world problems and improving daily life.

• Smart Glass for Accident Prevention: Developed a system providing safety alerts, speed control, and emergency messaging for motorcycles. Integrated advanced IoT technologies like Bluetooth modules, GPS, and sensors, enhancing safety and convenience for riders.

• Railway Safety Hackathon: Devised an auto door lock system for railway coaches to prevent accidents during journeys, particularly at night. Although halted due to COVID-19, the project honed collaboration and problem-solving skills.

• Gas Leakage Detection System: Collaborated on a system using Arduino to monitor for gas leaks and trigger alarms, envisioning further enhancements with GSM modules for real-time notifications and relay controllers for remote appliance management.

• Quantifiable Impact: The Smart Glass project potentially reduced accidents by 25%, while the gas leakage detection system aimed to prevent disasters, showcasing the transformative potential of IoT solutions.

Through these projects, I reinforced my passion for IoT, user-centric design, and creating impactful solutions that improve daily life. I gained invaluable lessons in problem-solving, teamwork, and the importance of innovation, cementing my commitment to leveraging technology for positive change.

In my motivation to simplify daily routines and enhance home safety, I embarked on a journey of innovation with Arduino, crafting practical smart home solutions that addressed common pain points. Through hands-on projects, I honed my skills in hardware integration, app development, and user-centric design.

• Seamless Home Automation: Created a system allowing users to control appliances through a mobile app, addressing inconvenience and aiding individuals with limited mobility. Enabled easy management of lights and fans, prefiguring the IoT advancements now widely available.

• Bright Guide: Safety through Motion: Developed a motion-activated lighting system that turned on lights when motion was detected within 15 feet, enhancing navigation safety and saving energy. Demonstrated the practical benefits of motion-sensing technology, now prevalent in modern smart homes.

• Glidify: Never Lose Track: Designed a Bluetooth-based item tracker that alerted users when valuables went out of range, addressing the common issue of misplacing personal items. Foreshadowed the development of advanced tracking devices like Apple's AirTag.

• Guardian Angel: Affordable Security: Created an intruder alarm system using a PIR motion sensor, providing a cost-effective home security solution. Underscored the potential of DIY electronics in creating practical security measures, paving the way for sophisticated smart security systems.

These projects, fueled by my passion for Arduino and technology, taught me invaluable lessons in user-centric design, problem-solving, and the power of simplicity. As smart home solutions continue to evolve, the principles and experiences gained from these early innovations remain integral to my approach to creating impactful solutions that improve everyday life.

In 2016, as an Early Technology Explorer and Innovator, I embarked on a journey at an innovation lab, delving into diverse technological realms and honing my skills through hands-on projects.

• Robotics and App Development: Explored robotics using Lego Mindstorms, developing a custom app via MIT App Inventor 2 to enable full control over robots for applications in hazardous environments like fire or bomb detection areas.

• Virtual Reality and DIY Innovations: Crafted a DIY VR headset using Google Cardboard blueprints and concave lenses, sparking an interest in immersive reality apps and accessible solutions.

• Wearable Technology Prototype: Built a prototype inspired by Google Glass, utilizing Arduino, OLED displays, and Bluetooth to create an affordable, wearable heads-up display for hands-free notifications.

• Adaptability and Innovation: Demonstrated adaptability and innovation in rapidly evolving tech landscapes, honing skills in electronic projects and home automation along the way.

Through this early journey, I gained hands-on experience in robotics, app development, virtual reality, wearable technology, and prototyping, laying the foundation for further exploration and innovation in emerging technologies.

• I have completed various courses on Udemy, gaining skills in key areas such as digital marketing, web development, finance, and editing with Adobe Premiere Pro. Notable certifications include Microsoft Excel, AI and Data Analytics, and product management as well. These courses have significantly enhanced my technical proficiency and financial acumen.

• In addition to technical skills, I have focused on personal growth through courses on self-confidence, productivity, and communication skills. I have improved my resume building, job searching, and sales training abilities. These certifications have collectively enriched my professional toolkit, enabling me to effectively lead projects and contribute meaningfully to any team or organization.

Participated in several key professional development and technical events to enhance my knowledge and skills in engineering and technology. These included:

• 18th IEEE India Council Annual International Conference (INDICON-2021): Attended this hybrid conference at IIT Guwahati, gaining insights into the latest advancements and research in engineering.

• Webinar on Antenna Arrays: Attended a webinar delivered by Prof. Bhaskar Gupta from Jadavpur University, which provided a comprehensive overview of antenna array design, organized by the IEEE Microwave Theory & Techniques Society Student Branch Chapter at IIT (BHU) Varanasi.

• From Pixels to Models: Participated in a MathWorks webinar focused on image processing, computer vision, and machine learning, deepening my understanding of these critical areas in modern technology.

• Focused Studies: Pursued a rigorous curriculum in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science.

• Competitive Preparation: Dedicated efforts towards preparing for the highly challenging JEE examinations, demonstrating strong work ethic and resilience.

• Skill Development: Enhanced analytical and problem-solving skills through intensive study and practical applications.

• Extracurricular Involvement: Active in music, sports, arts, and Science Exhibitions.

• Achievements: Competed in and won various contests, enhancing learning and creativity.

• Values and Skills: Learned discipline, teamwork, and leadership in a convent school environment.

Participated in a panel discussion hosted by IEEE WIE Affinity Group, Kolkata Section. The event addressed challenges women face regarding visibility in the workplace, offering insights into gender dynamics and workplace equality. Key lessons included the importance of mentorship, advocacy, and practical steps to foster an inclusive work environment, broadening my understanding of diversity and gender equality in professional settings.

• Participated in the 3rd edition of the Guru Samarpane program, part of Presidency University's ISR initiative to honor and recognize the contributions of teachers from various institutions.

• Responsible for showcasing the university to the honored guests, providing detailed information about the college's functions, labs, and other notable features.

• Accompanied Mrs. Kanagavalli, IAS, Director of PU Board, and facilitated interactions between her and the visiting teachers.

• Served as a guide and liaison for a lady principal from a prestigious school in Bangalore, ensuring she had a comprehensive understanding of the university's offerings and achievements.