My Professional Resume Nishtha Agarwala
My journey spans education, consulting, and social innovation, blending strategy, research, and leadership to craft solutions that empower people, scale impact, and drive innovation with purpose.
I’m Nishtha Agarwala, a strategist & education innovator passionate about building solutions where empathy meets strategy and data powers impact. From teaching in under-resourced schools with Teach For India to creating feedback systems at ConveGenius, I bridge grassroots realities with system change, designing inclusive, scalable solutions that advance equity and impact.
- Academics
- Inspiration
- New Beginnings
A Journey Through Ashoka University
Graduating from Ashoka University with a Bachelor’s in Economics & Finance, along with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Advanced Studies, was a milestone of growth, learning, and discovery.
Professors & Mentors
Learned from industry leaders like Mukesh Sud, Shradha Agarwal, Sunil Handa etc.
Collaborative Projects
Worked on initiatives like OneBoard and interviewed personalities like Sharmilla Oswal.
Practical Insights
Gained entrepreneurial perspectives through hands-on learning.
✦ Career Milestones
My Journey
Roof for Paws
Co-founded initiatives to secure homes for abandoned animals and build a strong support network for sustainable welfare.
Ernst & Young
Tax and Audit Intern, enhancing compliance and tax strategies for diverse clients while optimizing financial audits.
Acclime India
Interned on social impact projects delivering measurable outcomes for development organizations and strategic collaborations.
Girl Up Roar
Led advocacy programs empowering young women through leadership and gender equality initiatives under the UN's program.
Graduated - Ashoka University
Earned a Bachelor’s in Economics & Finance, with a Minor in Strategy, focusing on sustainable business solutions.
Clix Capital
Management Trainee, leading an RPA automation project to enhance efficiency in operations and drive business excellence.
Teach for India
Taught English to under-resourced Grade 7–8 students, designing creative lessons and activities.
Convegenius
Joined as Senior Associate, driving user insights and EdTech product improvements.
Skills & Expertise
Skills That Speak Louder Than Words
From crafting user journeys to driving impactful strategies, these projects are more than milestones - they're proof of passion meeting precision.
✦ Certificate
Financial Markets
(Yale University)
Certified with honors for completing an in-depth course on global financial markets, focusing on market behavior and investment strategies.
✦ Certificate
Youth Lead the
Change (YLC)
Awarded by the Leadership Institute at Harvard College for outstanding performance and leadership in organizing impactful community service initiatives.
✦ Certificate
International Award For Young People
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (Bronze, Silver, Gold) Achieved all three levels of the IAYP, demonstrating commitment to skill development, community service, physical fitness, and adventure, while fostering leadership, resilience, and personal growth.