Suman Kalyan Hajra
About Suman Kalyan Hajra
Suman Kalyan Hajra is a Program Manager and Product Manager specializing in Water and Energy Technology, currently working at Agar Corporation, Inc. He has extensive experience in the field, having held various roles in research and engineering across multiple organizations since the early 2000s.
Work at Agar Corporation
Suman Kalyan Hajra currently holds multiple roles at Agar Corporation, Inc., including Program Manager, Product Manager, Applications Manager, and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) in the Water & Energy Technology sector. He has been with the company since 2018, contributing to various initiatives focused on advancing water and energy technologies. His responsibilities encompass overseeing project management, product development, and strategic planning to enhance the company's offerings in these critical areas.
Previous Experience in Water Technology
Before joining Agar Corporation, Suman Kalyan Hajra worked as a Senior Technology Advisor (Consultant) at ProSep from 2017 to 2018. His role involved providing expertise in water technology solutions. Prior to that, he served as a Produced and Flowback Water Treatment Application Engineer at FMC Technologies, Inc. from 2014 to 2016. His experience in these positions contributed to his knowledge and skills in water treatment applications.
Educational Background
Suman Kalyan Hajra has a robust educational background in Chemical Engineering. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) at the University of Calcutta. Additionally, he holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech.) from the University of Calcutta and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing Management from Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies. He also completed a Postdoctoral Associate program at the University of Pittsburgh.
Research and Development Contributions
Suman Kalyan Hajra has a strong focus on research and development, particularly in the commercialization of breakthrough technologies. He initiated and was awarded a Bi-national R&D grant aimed at developing innovative membrane technology for water treatment applications. His work also includes providing strategic acquisition and integration support for global organizations, as well as contributing to sustainability trends and strategy development.
Expertise in Technology Startups
Suman Kalyan Hajra possesses expertise in supporting global technology startups, incubators, and ecosystems. He focuses on technology readiness and provides strategic guidance to enhance the commercialization of disruptive R&D innovations. His experience in this area allows him to assist organizations in aligning their technological advancements with market needs.