Kerisha Raghunandan
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Jessica Silverman
It was such a privilege to work with Kerisha on curation of content for Harvard’s LabXchange. Her strong organizational skills and attention to detail quickly streamlined the team’s workflows, increasing their productivity significantly. I could always trust her to solve any challenge, and her solutions contributed to shaping the high quality of the content collection. Hard working, clever, earnest and kind, Kerisha was an absolute pleasure to work with and an exemplary team leader.
Shaun Madho
Kerisha is a consummate professional. I can liken her to those that were first picked for the team on the school playground – this for her ability to be a team player driving a strategy, or to individually produce those moments of masterclass. I had the privilege of having Kerisha on my team, in my capacity of President of the South African Sugar Technologists’ Association. Here, she was assigned to be accountable for the portfolio of Media and Publicity. Her notable achievements included increased newsletter readership (+25%) and traffic on the association’s various digital platforms (+50%). This was done through the implementation of a market value strategy with feedback from each initiative driving the next to improved quality and functionality. If a volunteer or leader was ever required, Kerisha did not hesitate to accept. This extended her portfolio to Congress Delegate Liaison, Digital Communications and Events Coordination. All this on top of her research duties. In a dynamic work environment, challenged by black swans, Kerisha is always welcome on my team as I know that she has a growth mindset, and if passionate about a cause, will lead it with conviction, integrity, and autonomy.
Jessica Silverman
It was such a privilege to work with Kerisha on curation of content for Harvard’s LabXchange. Her strong organizational skills and attention to detail quickly streamlined the team’s workflows, increasing their productivity significantly. I could always trust her to solve any challenge, and her solutions contributed to shaping the high quality of the content collection. Hard working, clever, earnest and kind, Kerisha was an absolute pleasure to work with and an exemplary team leader.
Shaun Madho
Kerisha is a consummate professional. I can liken her to those that were first picked for the team on the school playground – this for her ability to be a team player driving a strategy, or to individually produce those moments of masterclass. I had the privilege of having Kerisha on my team, in my capacity of President of the South African Sugar Technologists’ Association. Here, she was assigned to be accountable for the portfolio of Media and Publicity. Her notable achievements included increased newsletter readership (+25%) and traffic on the association’s various digital platforms (+50%). This was done through the implementation of a market value strategy with feedback from each initiative driving the next to improved quality and functionality. If a volunteer or leader was ever required, Kerisha did not hesitate to accept. This extended her portfolio to Congress Delegate Liaison, Digital Communications and Events Coordination. All this on top of her research duties. In a dynamic work environment, challenged by black swans, Kerisha is always welcome on my team as I know that she has a growth mindset, and if passionate about a cause, will lead it with conviction, integrity, and autonomy.
Jessica Silverman
It was such a privilege to work with Kerisha on curation of content for Harvard’s LabXchange. Her strong organizational skills and attention to detail quickly streamlined the team’s workflows, increasing their productivity significantly. I could always trust her to solve any challenge, and her solutions contributed to shaping the high quality of the content collection. Hard working, clever, earnest and kind, Kerisha was an absolute pleasure to work with and an exemplary team leader.
Shaun Madho
Kerisha is a consummate professional. I can liken her to those that were first picked for the team on the school playground – this for her ability to be a team player driving a strategy, or to individually produce those moments of masterclass. I had the privilege of having Kerisha on my team, in my capacity of President of the South African Sugar Technologists’ Association. Here, she was assigned to be accountable for the portfolio of Media and Publicity. Her notable achievements included increased newsletter readership (+25%) and traffic on the association’s various digital platforms (+50%). This was done through the implementation of a market value strategy with feedback from each initiative driving the next to improved quality and functionality. If a volunteer or leader was ever required, Kerisha did not hesitate to accept. This extended her portfolio to Congress Delegate Liaison, Digital Communications and Events Coordination. All this on top of her research duties. In a dynamic work environment, challenged by black swans, Kerisha is always welcome on my team as I know that she has a growth mindset, and if passionate about a cause, will lead it with conviction, integrity, and autonomy.
Jessica Silverman
It was such a privilege to work with Kerisha on curation of content for Harvard’s LabXchange. Her strong organizational skills and attention to detail quickly streamlined the team’s workflows, increasing their productivity significantly. I could always trust her to solve any challenge, and her solutions contributed to shaping the high quality of the content collection. Hard working, clever, earnest and kind, Kerisha was an absolute pleasure to work with and an exemplary team leader.
Shaun Madho
Kerisha is a consummate professional. I can liken her to those that were first picked for the team on the school playground – this for her ability to be a team player driving a strategy, or to individually produce those moments of masterclass. I had the privilege of having Kerisha on my team, in my capacity of President of the South African Sugar Technologists’ Association. Here, she was assigned to be accountable for the portfolio of Media and Publicity. Her notable achievements included increased newsletter readership (+25%) and traffic on the association’s various digital platforms (+50%). This was done through the implementation of a market value strategy with feedback from each initiative driving the next to improved quality and functionality. If a volunteer or leader was ever required, Kerisha did not hesitate to accept. This extended her portfolio to Congress Delegate Liaison, Digital Communications and Events Coordination. All this on top of her research duties. In a dynamic work environment, challenged by black swans, Kerisha is always welcome on my team as I know that she has a growth mindset, and if passionate about a cause, will lead it with conviction, integrity, and autonomy.
Credentials
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Basics in Total Quality Management
UNISA Graduate School of Business Leadership (SBL)Nov, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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LabXchange
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Content Curation and Special Projects
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Nov 2021 - Present
Content evaluation, content acquisition and maintenance of existing content collaborations on the LabXchange platform. The role also includes hiring and leading a dedicated team of curators tasked with supporting evaluation and uploading of content to the LabXchange library of resources. In addition, there is a keen focus on quality control of all content in the LabXchange library as well as a range of library management/maintenance tasks to ensure standardization and accurate cataloguing in the library. There is a constant focus on process management and streamlining to ensure that goals are met timeously with minimal error. Process management also involves mapping out and implementing new processes in consultation with our client(s). Adherence to quality is a paramount focus of the role across all tasks. Regular assessment of current special projects being undertaken and the value/execution each one brings to the individual and the organisation. Investigating and learning about existing/ new work should also be explored through the options provided by indabas, conferences and various study options. Show less
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Learning Sandbox
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South Africa
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Content Curator
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Sep 2020 - Nov 2021
Responsible for curating digital content from a variety of sources for Harvard University’s online learning platform, LabXchange. Assisting Subject Matter Experts in ensuring that the content loaded onto the platform is of high quality. Required to be tech-savvy with a good eye for detail. HTML or basic coding involved in some tasks. Main responsibilities include creating metadata for digital assets, developing best practices for digital content curation, liaising with collaborators regarding onboarding of assets, proactively resolving issues around curation and seeking opportunities for improvement of work flows. Assisting in managing the Curation team. Assisting liaison during procurement of potential users of LabXchange through marketing webinars. Show less
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SASTA (South African Sugar Technologists Association)
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South Africa
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Research Services
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Media and Publicity
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Feb 2019 - Sep 2020
Design and management of all material related to communications for the South African Sugar Technologist's Association (SASTA). Management of SASTA social media outputs. Event co-ordination, delegate events & advertising for the SASTA Symposium Organising Committee. Design and management of all material related to communications for the South African Sugar Technologist's Association (SASTA). Management of SASTA social media outputs. Event co-ordination, delegate events & advertising for the SASTA Symposium Organising Committee.
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South African Sugarcane Research Institute (SASRI)
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South Africa
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Publications Officer
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Apr 2014 - Sep 2020
Co-ordinating the publications output for SASRI, which entails identifying suitable material, eliciting, collecting and approving submissions for all SASRI publications. Internal communication of all new publications on digital and written platforms. Conducting face-to-face interviews. Serving as technical and language editor for all SASRI publications. Contributing to the lay-out designs of presentations and publications. Managing an electronic database of publications, ensuring that indexes are updated with the latest technology outputs. Offering support to specialists from varied fields in regards to appropriate content and writing style according to the target publication. Assisting with the co-ordination of all training material for the in-house certificate courses. Liaising extensively with internal and external contributors to ensure relevance of submissions. Contributions to social media accounts and website content. Show less
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Laboratory Technician (Soil Biology Lab)
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Jun 2013 - Mar 2014
Research and development of soil biology methods (total carbon, nitrogen, microbial biomass)MIR technology development
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Lab Analyst (Analytical Chemistry)
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Jul 2012 - May 2013
Conducting a wide range of specialised soil, leaf and water analyses using prescribed techniques. Ensuring that a high standard of accuracy is maintained. Developing and implementing new analytical techniques.Operating and maintaining new and existing instrumentation, including the AA and UV spectrophotometers, and auto-analyser (segmented flow). Preparing and maintaining stocks of reagents and standard solutions used in non-routine analysis in the Analytical Chemistry Laboratory.Documenting chemical procedures and methods.Providing information on milestones and outcomes from the Laboratory.Collating and maintaining raw and processed laboratory, glasshouse and field trial data in assigned project files.Assisting in the preparation of material for demonstrations and practicals in the Senior Certificate Course.nitoring and reporting on quality control in analytical procedures Show less
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Durban University of Technology
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South Africa
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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MTech Graduate (Biotechnology)
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Jan 2010 - 2013
Research Project: Bioprocessing of Biodiesel Waste Crude Glycerol into Value-added Fermentation Products using Adapted bacteria Research Project: Bioprocessing of Biodiesel Waste Crude Glycerol into Value-added Fermentation Products using Adapted bacteria
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Durban Institute of Technology
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Practical Laboratory Demonstrator
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Feb 2009 - Oct 2010
Demonstrating the use of various laboratory instruments and techniques to undergraduate students as well as ensuring the implementation of laboratory rules and correct protocols. Marking and grading of laboratory practical reports for the technician in charge. Invigilating class tests, Ensuring safe lab practise. Communicating and co-operating with a variety of students at different academic levels as both individuals and in groups. Demonstrating the use of various laboratory instruments and techniques to undergraduate students as well as ensuring the implementation of laboratory rules and correct protocols. Marking and grading of laboratory practical reports for the technician in charge. Invigilating class tests, Ensuring safe lab practise. Communicating and co-operating with a variety of students at different academic levels as both individuals and in groups.
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GUESS?, Inc.
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United States
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales assistant
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Feb 2008 - Nov 2008
Making sales, Meeting sales targets, Networking with customers on a daily basis, General maintenance of the store, Cash-up, Replenishing, Answering calls, Assistance in Window Design and dressing mannequins Making sales, Meeting sales targets, Networking with customers on a daily basis, General maintenance of the store, Cash-up, Replenishing, Answering calls, Assistance in Window Design and dressing mannequins
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Education
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2010 - 2013
Durban University of Technology
Master's degree, Biotechnology -
2009 - 2009
Durban University of Technology
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Biotechnology -
2005 - 2008
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Microbiology and Biochemistry
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