Riday Nakhate

Experience

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  Unicorn Infosolutions

  Jun 2012 - Jul 2012

  Marketing Executive Intern

  Unicorn is a premium reseller for apple products in Mumbai. Apple as a brand is still not at par with the other competitors in the IT space. I had to adapt product functionality of Apple products for different industries. We had to sell the functionality of the product to large corporations, to convince them that these products are made especially for them.

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  Mirakle Couriers

  May 2013 - Jul 2013

  Internship

  Social Enterprise. A unique place to witness a profit making business with a sustainable cause. Mirakle Couriers: We don't hear, we listen. A business which employs low-income deaf adults in a reliable and efficient courier service.• Evaluated quality of Mirakle’s service by attending deliveries in-person with courier deliverymen• Helped in the transition of business from traditional mail and package services to include perishable goods• Designed and wrote electronic client newsletters, measured click-through rates• Developed a streamlined database to analyze financial data, courier performance and billings• Conducted social media analysis using Google Analytics and Facebook Insights Show less

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  3 spark

  Sept 2013 - Jan 2014

  Customer Research Intern

  3 Spark is a spinout venture from Northeastern University with a unique 3D printing technology that allows designers and engineers to print parts with embedded sensors and electronics.• Researched and identified target client list, contacted and arranged initial meetings • Performed research and analysis of competing technologies and companies• Presented research findings to 3 Spark President to aid in future R&D and marketing decision-making

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  Bank of America Merrill Lynch

  Jul 2014 - Dec 2014

  Debt Markets and Equity Extern

  • Assisted with sales, trading, and hedging activities• Assessed market trends and provide quantitative data for clients • Performed market and quantitative research analysis for ‘Head of Equities Asia’ • Assisted in structuring, pricing, and executing trades • Handled day-to-day transaction needs, including reconciliation and clearing services • Assisted in educating clients about complex structures and technical products• Assisted the ‘Head of Equities USA’ in maintaining client lists and assessing employee performance Show less

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  Bingeworks

  Jun 2015 - Jan 2016

  Co Founder

  "Failure Defeats Losers, Failure Inspires Winners" - Robert T KiyosakiCo-founded Bingeworks in 2015 and we were developing a digital writing instrument that could allow you to write on any surface with any pen. We were developing our 4th working prototype when we decided to shut operations due to personal commitment issues. We made mistakes and I can safely say that those 8 months taught me the most. I managed the development team and created high level timelines for prototype completion. I was also involved with recruiting and competitive landscape research. Show less

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  MedTouch

  Jul 2015 - Dec 2015

  Project Management COOP

  • Planned, allocated and managed resources for multiple projects• Conducted Website QA through visual testing and reporting• Managed backend QA fixes through JIRA• Comprehensive content management and migration to Sitecore• Planned and developed high level timelines for 2 major projects• Worked on projects to improve the internal data management infrastructure• Assumed the role of service PM after the website launch and managed weekly bug fix deploys

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  Brookstone

  Nov 2016 - Jan 2018

  Innovation Associate

  Bringing innovation to retail • Conceptualized and implemented a new process called ‘Maker In Store’ to increase footfall and customer dwell time in the store • Monitored crowdfunding platforms and the Brookstone launch platform to develop trend reports • Identified and evaluated innovative products/technologies to bring to market • On-boarded, built and managed relationships with inventors and startups to uncover great products and technologies to incorporate within the Brookstone product pipeline• Created a comprehensive marketing plan for the launch of a one of a kind gaming product• Managed relationships with Indiegogo and HAX, during which I work with inventors/entrepreneurs to help them through the go to market process • Built an automated pipeline for product and idea submissions on Bright idea, to allow for a more efficient data management• Worked with the merchandising team to ensure the products in the innovation pipeline moves efficiently throughout the organization• Created wireframes and designed mock ups for the new Brookstone Launch Platform• Conducted initial testing for new product prototypes and samples• Conducted UIUX QA for the mobile ecommerce site releases on a monthly basis.• Investigated alternative revenue streams. Wrote a proposal for converting the extra space into an incubator or maker space Show less

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  Kan Innovations

  Apr 2018 - now

  Managing Director & Co-Founder

  Kan Innovations is an Indo-US startup focused on developing and building innovative technology based solutions to everyday problems. We want to make peoples lives easier and healthier. Research has indicated that 19% of men and 29% of women suffer from foot aches and pain on a daily basis. People are often unaware of the root cause of these aches, and if ignored or left unattended they may result in more serious foot, ankle, back, knee and hip related ailments. Most often, it’s the wrong choice and fit of footwear that is to blame! The Kan Innovations'​ team is seized with this problem and is working towards building technology driven solutions, aimed at helping consumers, footwear manufacturers and retailers make informed decisions in their best interests. We believe that every person deserves to find his or her SOLEmate! Show less