Founder, EduAssess · AI Products for Higher Education
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Founder of EduAssess, an AI-powered platform designed to assist universities in conducting mock interviews, generating intelligent assessments, and preparing students for successful placement outcomes. Drawing on over 30 years of experience in industry and academia, I combine practical AI product expertise with a deep understanding of higher education operations.
Bringing academic rigor and three decades of operational depth to AI product building
With more than 30 years in consulting and academia, I prepare future professionals to excel in technology-driven environments. I have mentored over 1,000 students and industry participants, integrating practical insights with rigorous academic frameworks to clarify and operationalize complex ideas.
Currently, I am developing EduAssess, an AI-powered platform that enables universities to conduct multi-round mock interviews, generate intelligent assessments, and prepare students for placements with comprehensive analytics. EduAssess incorporates advanced concepts from the 24-week AI Catalyst Program—agentic systems, multi-agent workflows, and AI-driven product development—applied to a domain I know intimately. With 23 years of industry experience and 13 years in academia teaching and mentoring over 1,000 students, EduAssess represents the fusion of operational expertise and modern AI tools.
As an independent consultant and visiting faculty at a leading management institute in Pune, I have designed and taught courses in Economics, Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Business Simulation. By translating complex concepts into relatable examples and practical exercises, I enable learners to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.
At State Street Global Advisors, I led cross-departmental initiatives that increased operational efficiency by 30% and streamlined workflows across various teams. As Senior Developer and Data Architect at Harvard University, I designed and implemented more than 400 table structures for the Grants Management Application Suite.
Beyond the classroom, I mentor students through capstone projects and community education initiatives, empowering them to build confidence and critical-thinking skills essential for success.
What I'm working on right now
AI-powered platform for student placement preparation and intelligent assessments.
A purpose-built platform for higher education, assisting universities in preparing students for placements, conducting intelligent assessments, and mapping academic outcomes. EduAssess combines advanced AI capabilities with a thorough understanding of the Indian higher education landscape.
Progressive multi-round mock interviews that build student confidence while reducing administrative workload for placement offices. AI generates contextual questions, simulates realistic interview scenarios, and provides detailed analytics on student readiness.
AI-powered quiz creation transforms tutor content into question banks and generates multiple sets of question papers. Each question is mapped to Program and Course Outcomes, significantly reducing the cycle time for NBA accreditation reporting.
A comprehensive skill set built over three decades
A journey spanning academia and industry
Self-employed
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Building EduAssess — an AI-powered platform delivering mock interviews and smart assessments to universities, helping students prepare for placement success. In parallel, teaching Economics, Statistics, Business Simulation & Data Visualization at a leading management institute. Recently completed the 24-week AI Catalyst Program at Outskill, focused on agentic product building, multi-agent workflows, and AI-driven product launches.
Symbiosis Skills & Professional University
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Taught BBA students specializing in FinTech, developing 30+ lectures with real-world case studies. Increased student comprehension by 40% and boosted engagement by 25% through interactive teaching methods.
NICMAR (National Institute of Construction Management and Research)
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Applied 20+ years of industry expertise to train 600+ construction management students. Authored 7 peer-reviewed papers and developed interactive lessons combining project management tools with core methodologies.
State Street Global Advisors (SSgA)
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Led cross-functional teams across the US, India, and China. Boosted quality by 30%, cut defect rates by 20%, and coached 7 junior project managers in Agile best practices.
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Designed 400+ table structures for the Grants Management Application Suite. Achieved a 15% reduction in problem resolution time and improved code quality by 35% through targeted mentoring programs.
A strong academic foundation across multiple disciplines
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Goa University — Goa Business School
Commerce
Master of Science (MS)
Brandeis International Business School
International Finance
MBA
Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
Management Information Systems
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
K J Somaiya College
Physics
Let's connect and explore collaboration opportunities
I am open to discussions regarding EduAssess (collaborations with universities and educational institutions), AI consulting engagements, academic partnerships, and innovative teaching collaborations. If you represent a university or college exploring AI-powered student preparation, or are developing a project that requires depth and rigor, I welcome the opportunity to connect.
If you are seeking a visiting faculty member, project management consultant, or collaborator for educational initiatives, I welcome the opportunity to connect.
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