Candidate:

Ms. Quantumvoyager

About Me:

I am currently an Advisor for Data Privacy, Security, and Global Compliance at a healthcare startup focused on senior citizen wellness. In this role, I develop comprehensive data privacy strategies and ensure alignment with international standards. Prior to this, I spent seven years as a Senior Consultant at a Big 4 firm, delivering high-impact projects across India and Dubai in areas such as cyber strategy, privacy, data governance, and crisis management. During my tenure, I lived in Dubai for three years and traveled to Jordan, Switzerland, and the Netherlands for global project assignments. Additionally, I am a certified yoga teacher trainer, which reflects my commitment to holistic well-being. Post-MBA, I aspire to transition into a strategy and operations role within a leading tech company.

Schools:

Target School: Tepper

Considering: Duke Fuqua, NYU Stern, Berkeley Haas, UCLA Anderson, Columbia

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Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: Manipal Institute of Technology

Undergrad Major: B.Tech Instrumentation and Control

GPA: 7.1

GRE: 315

Age: 33, Ethnicity: Asian or Indian

Other Degree/Certification: Information security and business continuity lead implementer

School Name: BSI

Extracurriculars: Lifelong yoga enthusiast; pursuing yoga teacher training certification at The Yoga Institute, Mumbai, to enhance focus, promote wellness, and teach yoga to adults and children. | An active member of Women in CyberSecurity, a nonprofit; mentored women on leadership skills and industry trends. | Lead Organizer for REVELS 2012 and 2013, a 7-day national sports and cultural festival at MIT Manipal; directed a team of 50+ volunteers, secured corporate sponsorships, and managed PR, logistics, and event execution to deliver a well-organized and widely attended event.

Work History:

Title: Advisor - Data Privacy, Security and Global Compliance

Industry: Healthcare

Company: Start-Up

Length of Employment: 2 yrs, 11 mos

Big Life Wins:

During the COVID-19 pandemic, I successfully deployed a crisis management communication tool across 25+ offices in the Middle East, safeguarding the well-being of over 5,000 employees. Collaborating with the CISO and CCO of DME, I led the end-to-end business continuity and crisis management effort, reducing response times by 40% and ensuring seamless operations with zero critical disruptions during unprecedented challenges.

Post MBA Goal:

Post-MBA, my short-term goal is to join the strategy and operations team of a leading tech company, where I can leverage my experience in cybersecurity, data governance, and crisis management to drive impactful initiatives at a global scale. This role will provide me with the opportunity to deepen my understanding of operational excellence and strategic decision-making within the tech industry.

In the long term, I aspire to establish my own tech startup, focusing on innovative solutions that address critical challenges in data privacy and digital security. My aim is to create a purpose-driven organization that combines cutting-edge technology with a strong emphasis on social impact, helping businesses and individuals navigate the complexities of the digital world securely and efficiently.