Nikhill Gadkar
Director Market Research and Finance at Bruviti- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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Generative AI Intensive Program
GrowthSchoolAug, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Introduction to Generative AI
Google Cloud - MinnesotaJun, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Introduction to Large Language Models
Google Cloud - MinnesotaJun, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
ChatGPT for Finance
Great LearningMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Master AI with Prompt Engineering
UdemyMay, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Half Marathon Certificate
AIMSNov, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Digital Marketing
MSME Development Institute - IndiaNov, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Google Analytics Individual Qualification
GoogleFeb, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Bruviti
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director Market Research and Finance
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Oct 2020 - Present
Open AI Responsibilities: Maximizing ChatGPT's potential for generating marketing and sales content. Evaluating OpenAI's product suite to select the most suitable models for specific tasks. Python Responsibilities: Ensuring data integrity and management within our applications. Automating data collection, curation, and processing using Python. Gathering, organizing, and processing data within our exclusive AI engine for client applications. Streamlining existing tools to expedite client onboarding. Sales Operations Responsibilities: Utilizing historical data and market insights to forecast future sales and revenue. Collaborating with marketing, finance, and operations departments to align the sales process with overall business strategy. Developing sales reports and dashboards to monitor performance, detect trends, and uncover opportunities. Market Research Responsibilities: Conducting market research to identify industry trends, evaluate competitor performance, and discover potential sales prospects. Identifying target markets and segments for focused sales efforts by analyzing customer demographics, needs, preferences, and potential sales channels. Finance Responsibilities: Creating financial plans and forecasts to guide the organization in achieving its financial objectives, including projecting financial outcomes, assessing risks and opportunities, and proposing strategies. Conducting financial analysis to assess the company's financial performance. Performing variance analysis to identify reasons for deviations between actual and budgeted financial performance. Managing relationships with investors and analysts, which involves developing presentations, communicating financial results, and addressing investor inquiries. Show less
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Self Employed
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New Delhi Area, India
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Market Researcher
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Jun 2017 - Oct 2020
Conducting Research: Collecting and analyzing data through various methods, such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, and market studies, to gather information about consumer behavior, market trends, and competitors. Defining Research Objectives: Collaborating with clients or internal stakeholders to understand their research needs and goals, and developing research objectives and strategies accordingly. Designing Research Studies: Planning and designing research studies, including determining the sample size, selecting appropriate research methodologies, and creating research instruments like questionnaires or discussion guides. Data Collection and Analysis: Implementing research methodologies to collect relevant data, whether through primary or secondary sources. Analyzing and interpreting the collected data using statistical techniques, data visualization tools, and qualitative analysis methods. Market Trend Analysis: Monitoring and assessing market trends, including consumer preferences, industry developments, emerging technologies, and competitor activities. Reporting and Presenting Findings: Summarizing research findings into presentations. Communicating research results to clients or stakeholders, highlighting key insights, and making recommendations based on the data. Strategic Recommendations: Providing actionable recommendations and insights to guide marketing strategies, product development, market positioning, and target audience segmentation. Quality Assurance: Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of research data by implementing quality control measures, validating research instruments, and conducting data audits. Market Research Ethics: Adhering to ethical guidelines and maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive data or working with human subjects during research studies. Continuous Learning: Staying updated with the latest market research techniques, tools, and industry best practices. Show less
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IBM
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Operations Analyst
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Apr 2014 - May 2017
Sales Data Analysis: Analyzing sales data, including revenue, market trends, customer behavior, and sales performance, to identify patterns, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Sales Reporting: Generating regular reports on sales performance, key metrics, and trends, and presenting them to management and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Performance Metrics Tracking: Tracking and monitoring sales key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales volume, conversion rates, customer acquisition costs, and revenue targets. Sales Planning and Strategy: Assisting in the development of sales plans and strategies by providing data-driven insights, market analysis, and recommendations for sales growth and improvement. Sales Process Optimization: Assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of sales processes, identifying bottlenecks or areas of improvement, and suggesting process enhancements or automation to streamline operations. CRM Management: Utilizing customer relationship management (CRM) systems to gather, analyze, and maintain accurate and up-to-date sales data, customer information, and sales pipeline. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as marketing, finance, and operations to align sales activities with overall business objectives and ensure effective communication of sales insights and recommendations. Market Research and Competitor Analysis: Conducting market research and competitor analysis to understand market trends, customer preferences, and competitive landscape, and applying these insights to inform sales strategies and tactics. Show less
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Evalueserve India
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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300 - 400 Employee
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Manager - Equity Research, Financial Planning & Analysis and ERP Implementation
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Apr 2008 - Apr 2014
Financial Analysis: Conducting in-depth financial analysis of companies, including analyzing financial statements, assessing financial ratios, and evaluating the company's financial performance. Industry Research: Researching and analyzing specific industries to understand industry dynamics, trends, and competitive landscape that may impact the companies under coverage. Company Analysis: Analyzing individual companies by studying their business models, competitive positioning, management teams, and growth prospects to make investment recommendations. Equity Valuation: Using various valuation techniques such as discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and other valuation models to estimate the intrinsic value of stocks. Financial Modelling: Building and maintaining complex financial models to forecast company financials and evaluate potential investment scenarios. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assisting in developing budgets and financial forecasts. Financial Analysis: Conducting in-depth analysis to assess business performance. Financial Reporting: Preparing accurate financial reports and management presentations. Performance Tracking: Monitoring key financial metrics and evaluating performance. Cost Analysis: Analyzing costs and identifying opportunities for optimization. Business Partnering: Collaborating with cross-functional teams and leaders. Variance Analysis: Analyzing differences between actual results and forecasts. Requirements Gathering: Collecting and understanding business requirements for ERP implementation. System Configuration: Configuring the ERP system to align with business processes. Data Migration: Migrating data from legacy systems to the new ERP system. Testing and Quality Assurance: Ensuring the ERP system functions correctly through testing. Training and User Support: Providing user training and ongoing support. Customization and Development: Implementing system customizations or additional development. Show less
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Acuity Knowledge Partners
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Equity Research Analyst
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Jul 2005 - Mar 2008
Equity Research Coverage: Conducting comprehensive research and analysis on European Semiconductor companies, including financial statements, industry trends, and competitive positioning. Financial Analysis: Analyzing company financial statements, assessing financial ratios, and evaluating financial performance of European Semiconductor stocks. Industry and Market Analysis: Monitoring and researching the European Semiconductor industry, including market trends, technological advancements, and competitive landscape. Equity Valuation: Performing valuation analysis on European Semiconductor stocks using various methodologies such as discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and industry multiples. Investment Recommendations: Generating investment reports and making buy, sell, or hold recommendations based on the analysis of European Semiconductor companies. Forecasting and Projections: Developing financial forecasts and projections for European Semiconductor stocks, considering factors such as revenue growth, margin expansion, and market share. Risk Assessment: Identifying and assessing risks associated with European Semiconductor stocks, including industry risks, regulatory risks, and company-specific risks. Investor Relations: Engaging with management teams of European Semiconductor companies, attending industry conferences, and conducting company visits to gather information and insights. Market Updates and Reports: Providing regular updates and reports on European Semiconductor industry trends, stock performance, and market developments to clients and internal teams. Continuous Learning: Staying updated with industry news, technological advancements, and market dynamics within the European Semiconductor sector to enhance research capabilities and provide informed investment advice. Show less
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Oracle
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Accounts Receivable Analyst
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Apr 2004 - May 2005
Accounts Receivable Management: Managing accounts receivable processes for Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Argentina, including invoicing, cash applications, credit management, and collections. Oracle 11i ERP System Utilization: Utilizing the Oracle 11i ERP system to perform accounts receivable functions, such as entering and processing customer invoices, applying cash receipts, and managing customer accounts. Credit Evaluation and Risk Assessment: Assessing creditworthiness of customers in the region, conducting credit evaluations, and establishing appropriate credit limits based on company policies and procedures. Customer Inquiries and Issue Resolution: Handling customer inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account balances, and resolving any issues or disputes in a timely manner. Billing and Invoicing: Managing the billing process, generating customer invoices, ensuring accuracy of billing information, and addressing any invoicing discrepancies. Facilitating the seamless integration of PeopleSoft software with Oracle, ensuring a harmonious synergy between the two platforms. Compliance and Documentation: Ensuring compliance with local tax regulations and documentation requirements in Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Argentina, including proper handling of tax invoices and related documentation. Reporting and Analysis: Generating accounts receivable reports, analyzing trends, and providing insights on collection performance, aging analysis, and cash flow forecasting. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with internal teams, such as sales, customer service, and finance, to address customer-related issues, resolve disputes, and provide necessary support. Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement within accounts receivable functions, proposing and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Show less
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Multiple Companies
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India and UAE
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Construction Project Manager
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Sep 1998 - Apr 2004
Construction Project Manager with experience in steel fabrication projects in Dubai, UAE, and constructing low-rise buildings in Pune, India: Project Planning and Execution: Developing comprehensive project plans, setting project objectives, timelines, and budgets, and overseeing the execution of steel fabrication and low-rise building construction projects. Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure effective communication, address project requirements, and manage expectations. Procurement and Supply Chain Management: Managing the procurement process, including sourcing and selecting vendors, negotiating contracts, and overseeing the delivery of materials and equipment. Budgeting and Cost Control: Creating and monitoring project budgets, tracking expenses, and implementing cost control measures to ensure projects are completed within the allocated budget. Construction Site Management: Supervising construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards, managing subcontractors and addressing any on-site challenges Quality Assurance and Control: Implementing quality control measures to ensure construction activities meet specified standards and conducting regular inspections and audits to maintain quality throughout the projects. Schedule Management: Monitoring project schedules, identifying critical path activities, and proactively managing delays or deviations to ensure projects are completed on time. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying project risks and developing risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions. Progress Reporting: Providing regular progress reports to clients, stakeholders, and senior management, highlighting key milestones, achievements, and potential risks. Team Leadership and Coordination: Leading project teams, assigning tasks, providing guidance and support, and promoting collaboration among team members to achieve project objectives. Show less
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Education
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1997 - 1998
University of Surrey
Master’s Degree, Civil Engineering -
2007 - 2008
Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
Executive Programme in Applied Finance -
1998 - 1999
University of Bristol
Master’s Degree, Economics and Finance -
1990 - 1995
University of Pune
Engineer’s Degree, Material Secience
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