Avi CV1
Avi CV1
Avi CV1
Strengths Portfolio
+91 8447332224
Project/Program Management
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People Management
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Work Experience
Change Management
EDUCATION
Prompt Engineering
Crafting RFPs
Bachelor of Technology Gen AI Use Cases
Dr. MGR University
2005 - 2009
Technical Depth of Skills
EXPERTISE
2021 - 2022
Tricentis l Pune, Maharashtra, India
Education Manager - APAC
Established and led a mid-size high-performing team in APAC (Pune & Manila) dedicated
to learning analysis, design, development, delivery, and evaluation. Spearheaded the
integration of an evidence-based decision-making framework into learning design,
development, and measurement processes. Pioneered practitioner-facing initiatives
resulting in a 25% increase in certification numbers.
2017 - 2021
Johnson Controls l Pune, Maharashtra, India
Program Manager
Commenced as a Senior Instructional Designer, advancing to roles of increasing
responsibility as Project Manager and eventually a Program Manager.
Managed a team of learning designers, media specialists, UX experts and coders.
Orchestrated comprehensive learning strategies for the Fire Detection, Intrusion &
Access Control’s business line, overseeing an annual budget of approximately 3-5
million USD.
Pioneered learning innovations, including the integration of HoloLens with IoT-based
HVAC equipment for remote troubleshooting and simulation-based training.
Spearheaded the development of Simplify, an automated quoting system, enhancing
pre-sales efficiency through streamlined processes.
Innovatively integrated 3D prototypes of products into a mobile app for seamless offline
sales presentations
2016 - 2017
Gemini Solutions | New Delhi
Creative Head - Seekhley
Led a team of engineers and learning designers to develop & deliver an innovative
experiential learning product for schools, establishing it from inception. Pioneered a testbed
within underprivileged demographics for seamless knowledge transfer and product
efficacy assessment. Successfully generated revenue by strategically packaging and
implementing the solution in fund-backed schools. Implemented a meticulous rubric-
based evaluation system to ensure non-judgmental but rigorous assessment to mitigate
unconscious bias.
2010 - 2016
NIIT | NTT Data | Marksharks
Instructional Designer
Designed eLearning storyboards as an individual contributor for 2000+ learner hours &
formulated targeted learning strategies for diverse business challenges in applications,
tech, and ERP domains.
REFERENCES
WORK ETHIC
Salvatore Vassalo - Johnson Controls
Avishek and I developed a strong relationship while co-leading multiple, award winning,
eLearning projects at Johnson Controls (JCI). I managed a US-based Fire Detection Design
Team during my collaborations with Avishek and watched his career progress from Sr.
Instructional Designer, to Project Manager, to Program Manager. Avishek was one of my
primary contacts with our India Learning & Development Team. We kept our teams well
connected, creating cutting-edge, virtual hands-on simulators and scenario-based
eLearning.
Avishek has a strong eye for creative problem solving and was quite competent in myriad
areas of technology and gamification. Avishek possesses strong interpersonal skills; a
necessity to co-facilitate meetings with our international teams. During multiple trips to
Pune, India, Avishek went out of his way to make my time in-country extremely comfortable,
rewarding, and memorable. We shared many breakthroughs during in-person
brainstorming sessions on significant projects. I highly recommend Avishek as a leader in
any learning space, especially involving solutions for the most complex, leading-edge
hardware and software.
Avishek worked with me as Creative Head at Seekhley. His insights into Instruction Design
and proclivity to go into finer details played a crucial role in building our product. He is a
great team player and places his ideas firmly but in a polite way.
Avishek understands the startup paradigm and is capable of switching different hats to
play multiple roles in a challenging environment. His capacity to evolve as per the role
requirements is commendable. The entire team benefitted a lot from his knowledge and
experience.
I wish him a great future with lots of learning adventures ahead! Avishek will be a great
asset for any team/organisation and I strongly recommend him.
LEADERSHIP/MENTOR
Gayathri Sreedhar - Accenture
I had the pleasure of working under Avishek's leadership at Accenture and he was more
than a manager to me; he was a mentor who entrusted me with responsibilities, that
pushed me to work harder for the team. He allowed me to grow both professionally and
personally, by providing guidance and encouragement through my days in Instructional
Design, while also being open to hearing my ideas. He strived to foster an inclusive and
collaborative environment which was inspiring. Avishek's high spirits during even the most
challenging situations served as a testament to his resilience and leadership.