Gita Chengappa
Chennai
Summary
A seasoned leader at TREC-STEP, I excel in project management and cross-cultural communications, driving innovation and entrepreneurship. My work has significantly contributed to societal advancements through technology, with a high success rate in securing international proposals. I've effectively built and nurtured key partnerships, enhancing organizational growth and operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
TREC-STEP
11.1999 - Current
- Worked on effectively deploying cutting edge Technologies for the benefit of Society, through pioneering Development Projects, using the potent tools of Innovation development and Entrepreneurship promotion.
- Institution building by sharpening Incubator services delivered to budding Entrepreneurs, to help them scale their Start-ups faster and leverage their market presence.
- Networking with key Public and Private sector players, including the Start-up Investor Community, for strengthening the Tech Eco-system, to rapidly respond and support the growth aspirations of budding Entrepreneurs.
- Advisory Panel Member to the Government of India for Policy formulation and National schemes for Technology Entrepreneurship Promotion.
- As a member of the Government's Monitoring Committee, looked into budget Management, Project implementation, evaluated adherence to contract and timely delivery of stated results, for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Projects implemented across India.
- Responding to International and National Requests for Proposals, RFPs for Development Project Concepts in Cutting edge- technologies, from UN Organizations, the European Union, The World Bank, Government of India and others, with high rate of success.
- Very conversant with Project Management Frameworks and Reporting requirements for Government of India , the UN and European Union supported Projects.
- Advisor for Intellectual Property protection Strategies for Start-ups and also Impact measurement for Climate tech start-ups in Mitigation and Adaptation domains.
- As a Project Director for TREC-STEP's Development projects, I monitored Project implementations, end-to-end, including financial performance, setting budgets and controlling expenses, while ensuring the Project exceeded Sponsor expectations, consistently. This also ensured financial stability and long-term organizational sustainability.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline Science Park and Incubator operations at Trichy and the successful operations of the new Incubator at Chennai.
- Interacted with key Sponsors and other main stakeholders to build connections and nurture relationships, for Organizational growth.
Project Manager
TREC-STEP
11.1999 - 09.2017
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University Vishveshwaraya College of Engineering,
BangaloreProfessional Development Training - Technology Entrepreneurship in Education
University of California
BerkeleyMBA - Marketing And Operations
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai, India04-2007
Skills
- Project Management
- Communication
- Branding
- Organizational restructure and change
- Operations oversight
- Cross-cultural communications
- Client relations
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Budget development
- Operations Start-up
- Process improvements
- Leadership
Accomplishments
- Achieved highest rating of 9.5/10 from the Independent Evaluation Committee, by successfully completing the pan India UNDP Project on Vocational Education with accuracy and efficiency, competing with 3 other Implementing agencies.
- Achieved highest rating of A, from the Result Oriented Monitoring, ROM Expert, for successfully completing the EU supported Project on New Emerging Technology Skills, in the key areas of Project efficiency and Relevance, for improving Livelihoods of Youth of the targeted Backward districts across India.
- Operationalizing the Chennai Innovation and Technology Incubation Centre, as a new initiative under the Atal Innovation Mission Initiative of the NITI Ayog, Government of India and delivering excellent results in a short span of time.
- National Recognition and Award by the Indian Science Parks and Business Incubators Association, ISBA, for contribution of 25 years to Policy advocacy and growth in the filed of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Country.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kannada
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
Interests
Addressing issues related to Climate Change mitigation and adaptation Sustainable development
Working with Children and awakening their interest to Science and Technology, especially girls
Preserving Cultural Heritage of dwindling ethic minorities
Timeline
General Manager
TREC-STEP
11.1999 - Current
Project Manager
TREC-STEP
11.1999 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
University Vishveshwaraya College of Engineering,
Professional Development Training - Technology Entrepreneurship in Education
University of California
MBA - Marketing And Operations
Madurai Kamaraj University
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