Sabbatical

2023 - March 2024

Highlight: Watching Axel Disasi score for Chelsea FC against Liverpool with my dad in London

After many years of dedicated work, I made the challenging choice to step back from my role at Doordash and embark on a short sabbatical to prioritize my personal life. During this time, I explored diverse corners of the world, from the vibrant streets of London and the lively atmosphere of Paris to the bustling scenes of New York and the familiar charm of San Francisco.

  • Explored the culinary wonders of France, mastering the art of cooking French dishes, and perfecting the delicate skill of macaroon-making.

  • Embarked on a memorable journey into European football, touring PSG’s stadium (Mbappe's home), and witnessing Chelsea FC, kick off the new season in London.

  • Embraced the beauty of slowing down, indulging in the simple pleasures of spending quality time with family, perfecting my golf game, and making a dent in a long-neglected reading list.

 

Doordash

Strategy & Operations, 2022 - 2023

Highlight: Assisting real restaurants in going live on DoorDash during a week-long stint as a Customer Support Rep in Phoenix.

I joined DoorDash's Restaurant Onboarding Strategy team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the long-term product and operations strategy for onboarding. This role allowed me to embrace my passion for food while gaining a deeper understanding of the intricate workings behind the scenes of restaurants.

  • Coordinated the delivery of the Annual Strategic Plan and set quarterly targets for the onboarding team.

  • Led cross-functional initiatives to deliver $XXm in GMV by owning and driving improvements across 2 business critical OKRs.

  • Implemented initiatives resulting in a XX% reduction in fraud and repeated restaurant interactions during onboarding

 

Ouster

Business Operations & Strategy, 2019 - 2022

Highlight: Strapping a LiDAR sensor to the roof of a BMW M4 and driving through Monterey Car Week to generate buzz and attention for Ouster.

I joined Ouster during college as part of the inaugural intern class when the business team consisted of only six members, shortly after the Series A funding round. Over two years, I played a pivotal role in supporting the company's strategic growth as it expanded into Asia and Europe, ultimately culminating in a $1.9 billion IPO.

  • Drove 170% year-over-year revenue growth by automating several key business processes: deal desk, demand forecasting, lead attribution, and weekly reporting.

  • Built the process and CRM infrastructure required to scale the sales team from 3 reps in one country to 30+ reps across 3 regions, reducing onboarding time by XX%.

  • Worked closely with the executive chain team to craft a COVID-19 response and maintain sufficient inventory levels amid a global supply chain shortage caused by the global pandemic.

 

University of California, Santa Barbara

B.A. Economics, 2016 - 2020

Highlight: Spending countless hours with friends on the beautiful beaches of Santa Barbara, playing volleyball, kayaking, and unwinding after classes.

I graduated from UCSB with a bachelor's degree in Economics, providing me with a robust analytical foundation that has been instrumental in all my professional roles. Throughout my time at UCSB, I actively participated on campus, serving as the President of the South Asian nonprofit Dhadkan and holding the position of Vice President of Finance for the business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi.

  • Led a 35-member team to execute an acclaimed Bollywood dance competition, raising over $30,000 and earning the title of "Institution of the Year" on campus, while efficiently managing artist bookings, budget, and partnerships

  • Served as the Vice President of Finance Delta Sigma Pi, overseeing all fundraising and reporting needed for national leadership. Helped pioneer the "Daddy Yang" sticker fundraiser, which made campus headlines and helped raise one the highest financial contributions in the fraternity's history.

 

Washington High School

Diploma, 2012 - 2016

Highlight: Travelling to Nashville with 3 of my closest friends to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference.

I graduated from Washington High School in 2016 and played a very active role on campus. During my time there, I was the president of the debate team, vice president of the model UN club, and an active member of DECA. I also spent my time volunteering at the senior center, teaching elderly people how to use technology.

  • Ranked top 50 nationally for parliamentary debate and achieved top 20 internationally for DECA in the Buying and Merchandising Operations Research category.