Shashank Shekhar

• Running an entrepreneurship and rural mentorship program — guiding cohorts from ideation through
prototype to investor pitch and government scheme linkage.
• Providing interim PMO setup, governance frameworks, and delivery oversight to mid-size firms on a
fractional basis.
• Developing GetOffered, a career coaching platform focused on communication skills, interview readiness,
and AI literacy for mid-career professionals.

• Established the PMO function from zero — built processes, governance models, reporting cadences, and
delivery standards.
• Delivered analytics and BI projects using Tableau, Power BI, and Alteryx; achieved 100% client satisfaction
across all engagements.
• Reduced project delays by 25% and drove 12-15% cost savings per project through rigorous risk
management and process discipline.

• Directed multi-million-dollar government digital transformation programs end-to-end, from concept definition
through nationwide rollout.
• Engaged directly with Ministers and Permanent Secretaries to define program scope, secure buy-in, and
manage escalations.
• Managed 50+ global stakeholders across time zones; applied Agile methodologies to cut delivery
bottlenecks by 30%.
• Served as primary liaison between federal agencies, technology vendors, and international implementation
partners.

• Designed and delivered operational excellence frameworks and C-level leadership coaching programs for
MSMEs across India.
• Conducted executive workshops on data-driven decision making, KPI design, and cost control for leadership
teams.
• Held full P&L responsibility; made strategic decision to wind down when market conditions shifted —
preserving client relationships and reputation.

• Built enterprise-wide Strategic Projects PMO from scratch — including governance models, Agile practices,
and delivery reporting infrastructure.
• Rolled out Tableau company-wide; trained 200+ staff in data literacy and KPI tracking across US and India
offices.
• Forged and managed strategic partnerships with Marriott, Hilton, and other global hospitality brands —
expanding Cvents market reach.
• Delivered cumulative $2M+ savings through process optimization and vendor governance initiatives.

• Progressed through operations leadership, process improvement, and client management roles supporting
Fortune 500 US and UK accounts.
• Built foundational discipline in stakeholder management, governance, and delivery excellence that
underpins all subsequent senior roles.