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Fractional Strategy for Start-Ups

Fractional Strategy for Start-Ups

I support early-stage founders with sharp thinking across strategy, ops & brand. Whether you need help clarifying direction, evaluating growth bets, or crafting a story that sticks—I'm here. Let’s chat if you’re building something meaningful or know someone who is.

Strategy & Storytelling for Climate + Circular Economy Startups

Strategy & Storytelling for Climate + Circular Economy Startups

I work with climate-conscious brands and circular economy startups to clarify strategy, sharpen narratives, and build early traction. I blend systems thinking with storytelling to help you move fast and speak with purpose. Ping me or connect me to someone who should

Actor | Content Creator | Creative Collaborator

Actor | Content Creator | Creative Collaborator

I act in brand films, digital campaigns & character-based content - blending a flair for emotion with on-set experience across 15+ commercials. I also create content for @iwillcircleback. Looking to collaborate with thoughtful brands and creators. Let’s connect!

Experiences

Built strategy & ops muscle at a content-tech startup

Built strategy & ops muscle at a content-tech startup

Led new initiatives at Rainshine—a media-tech startup. Built strategy from scratch, supported the CEO/CFO on fundraising, and launched a Web3 SaaS platform. Worked across brand, business, and product, helping us stay lean, collaborative, and future-ready.

Actor in 15+ brand films across India (and counting)

Actor in 15+ brand films across India (and counting)

Worked as a professional actor in 15+ digital and TV commercials for brands like Ikea, WeWork, Lenskart, and Urban Company. Played both primary and ensemble roles. Currently exploring UK market & working on building a reel that reflects my range and voice.

Created @iwillcircleback - content meets climate meets curiosity

Created @iwillcircleback - content meets climate meets curiosity

Graduated from Terra.do’s Climate Fellowship and started @iwillcircleback - my playground for decoding circular economy, climate, and secondhand culture. I create reels, posts & mini series to educate, entertain & grow awareness. Still early, but growing!

Cut my teeth on high-stakes strategy across sectors

Cut my teeth on high-stakes strategy across sectors

Worked on bold growth, M&A, and transformation projects across retail, consumer & logistics. Led workstreams, built financial models, and presented to CXOs. Learned to think fast, write sharp, and survive 14-hour days. Consulting taught me grit, structure & storytelling.

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Roles (/)
  • i.e. Marketing director
  • i.e. Mentor
  • Startup Advisor
  • Fractional Startup Mentor
  • CEO, Business Consultant, Fractional CFO, Board Advisor, Mentor
  • Fractional Chief Of Staff
  • Fractional Strategy And Operations
  • Fractional Head Of Growth
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Industries (/)
  • i.e. Tech
  • i.e. Education
  • Advertising, media, entertainment
  • Strategy consulting
  • Management consulting
  • Content creation
  • Circular economy
  • Sustainability
  • Startups
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Career experience

10-20 years

Regions
  • Europe
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Skills (/)
  • i.e. Research
  • i.e. Branding
  • Market Research
  • Business Analysis
  • Market Analysis
  • Business Strategy
  • Business | Strategy Planning
  • Growth Strategy
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Project / Programme Management
  • Climate Change
  • C-Level Presentations
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Keywords (/)
  • i.e. Digital nomad
  • i.e. Ex-Google
  • portfoliocareer
  • Circular Economy
  • Sustainable Business Growth
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