
Maanav Kapai
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About me
Partnerships Manager at GoSports Foundation | Driving Strategic Fundraising & Donor Relations | Semi-Pro Endurance Athlete
Education

Vidya Niketan School
2001 - 2013Business/Commerce, General 10th grade: 85.57% & 12th grade: 80%Activities and Societies: - Sports Captain of Junior & Senior School - National level Athlete - National level Basketball Player

Birmingham City University
2022 - 2023Master of Science - MS International Sports ManagementActivities and Societies: Basketball, F1 Society, TableTop Society, Put On The Kettle Society
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St Joseph's College of Commerce (Autonomous)
2013 - 2016Bachelor of Commerce - BCom Tourism and Travel Services Management 5.43 out of 6Activities and Societies: Basketball Team - Point Guard Athletics Team - Sprinting Business Fest Team & Organising Committee The Bachelor of Commerce in Travel and Tourism management aided in equipping me with the analytical, strategic and policy-making skills required for sustainable tourism management within both commercial business enterprises and the public sector tourism industry. With a strong foundation in commerce, in this programme, I was also exposed to exclusive field visits and internships in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
Experience

Sankalp Academy
Feb 2013 - Jan 2017Adventure CoachAdventure sports is not just about doing an activity but about training your mind to beat all boundaries that limit your leadership.Sankalp Academy specially designed a 2-day outdoor camp full of energy, enjoyment, experiential activities and learning. We aimed to bring out the best in every participant by helping them grow as leaders through carefully designed adventure activities such as rappelling, camping, trekking, zip line & the like.With the help of cutting–edge tools of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Experiential Outdoor Learning and Context Coaching – the program will facilitate all the participants to break through their conditions and boundaries that limit their leadership.Experiential Learning through activities provides for children, teenagers, adults – all at the same platform to learn and realize their leadership.My responsibilities included:- Conceptualizing & Conducting Several Adventure Leadership Programs- 1-on-1 & College Coaching Sessions Social Media & Blog Writing- Representing Sankalp in networking events such as BNI & IIT Bombay E-summit Show less

MataShree Associates
Feb 2017 - Jul 2020PartnerPeer to Peer (P2P) Loans & MicrofinanceMy responsibilities included:- Bookkeeping- Vetting client documentation- Studying client balance sheets & cash flow statements- Loan Approvals & Collection of payments- Helped double company turnover in the span of 3 years

TriDen Sports Pvt Ltd
Aug 2020 - Aug 2022Co-Founder & DirectorMy responsibilities included:- Managing Customer Relations- Social Media Marketing- Negotiating & Vendor Relations Sales

Padukone - Dravid Centre For Sports Excellence
Mar 2022 - Apr 2022Operations InternAs a Basketball Operations Intern, my responsibilities included:- Customer Relations- Client Servicing- Maintaining books of accounts- Sales & Promotions of Summer Camp 2022

JD Sports Fashion plc
Dec 2022 - Jan 2023Sales AssistantBeing part of Team JD I was responsible for ensuring customers received the best possible service each time they visited the store. I assisted in maximising store profitability by exceeding my sales targets and utilising the in-store devices, while contributing to a successful store team.My roles & responsibilities included:Ensure that customers receive the best possible service every time they enter a JD store.Drive sales, ensuring that targets are achieved and, where possible, exceeded.Assist in maintaining standards on the shop floor. Show less

200 Degrees Coffee Roasters
Mar 2023 - Feb 2024Barista and Front of HouseAs a front-of-house staff, I am required to operate effectively and communicate well to make sure people have a warm experience & feel appreciated. Through charm and professionalism, the main goal is to provide clients with the finest experience possible so they feel inclined to eat at the restaurant again.My roles & responsibilities included:Assist customers with the menuExplain any special menu optionsCommunicate with the manager if there are any special dietary requirements or allergiesAssist patrons with payments and process food and drink orders on the ePOS system Show less

GoSports Foundation
Mar 2024 - nowPartnerships ManagerAs a key member of the Partner Relations team at GoSports Foundation, my role as Partnerships Manager focuses on fostering strategic alliances with corporate partners to channel their CSR funds towards Olympic and Paralympic sports in India. I lead initiatives to engage with corporate entities, aligning their philanthropic goals with our mission to transform the sports landscape. Through targeted strategies and collaborative efforts, I ensure the effective utilisation of CSR funds, contributing to the growth and development of athletes and sports at both emerging and elite levels. We aim to #ChangeTheScript for Indian athletes and create a brighter future for the sports landscape.My responsibilities include:- Budget Planning & Approvals: Annually crafting and securing approvals for fundraising activities.- Fundraising Calendar Management: Developing detailed annual and quarterly fundraising strategies.- Event Execution: Leading the coordination and execution of all fundraising events.- Donor Engagement: Innovating engagement methods to strengthen donor relations.- Report Quality Assurance: Ensuring accuracy in donor reports and partnership presentations.- Proposal Crafting: Writing and reviewing compelling proposals to attract funding.- Effective Presentations: Delivering persuasive pitches to diverse potential donors.- Performance Reviews: Conducting regular reviews to adjust strategies as needed.I'm committed to leveraging strategic planning and communication to foster meaningful partnerships and drive our foundation's success. Let's connect if you're interested in learning more or discussing potential collaborations. Show less
Licenses & Certifications

Certification in Experiential Education and Practices
Vishwas PorchureJan 2015- View certificate

NLP Master Practitioner (IPANLP)
Sankalp AcademyAug 2013
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Maanav KapaiWinner - Exemplary performance in Sports Sindhi Youth Association Sep 2012 Sindhi Youth Association(Sponsors of Seth PD Hinduja Sindhi Hospital, Bangalore)Sindhi Hospital Road, Sampangiram Nagar, Bangalore - 560 027Tel: 22237117, 22237318, 22237535, 41316532in association with:M/s Menda Charitable TrustFirst Prize awarded to Maanav R Kapai for his exemplary performance in Sports for Athletics & Basket Ballilal K Chabria - President & Chairman of Merit Award Sub-committeeRaia B Jumani - Secretary 16th Sept. 2012
- Awarded to Maanav KapaiRunner up - Merit Award for Exemplary Performance in Sports Sindhi Youth Association Feb 2010 SINDHI YOUTH ASSOCIATION(Sponsors of Seth P D Hinduja Sindhi Hospital, Bangalore)Sindhi Hospital Road, Sampangiram Nagar, Bangalore - 560 027Merit Certificate in the field of Sports/Fine ArtsDate: 14th February 2010.
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer
Issued by CUPA on Apr 2010
Associated with Maanav Kapai
Languages
- hiHindi
- siSindhi
- enEnglish
- kaKannada
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