Manan Arora
About Manan Arora
Manan Arora is the Head of Analytics at BukuWarung, where he focuses on data-driven decision-making and technology for social good. He has extensive experience in analytics and data science, having worked at various companies including IQVIA, Indifi, and SBSF Consultancy.
Work at BukuWarung
Manan Arora currently serves as the Head of Analytics at BukuWarung, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on leveraging analytics to support the company's mission of aiding micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia. Prior to this, he worked in a Growth & Analytics capacity at BukuWarung from 2020 to 2022. His contributions have been instrumental in building a tech platform designed to support 60 million MSMEs through robust analytics foundations.
Previous Experience in Data Analytics
Before joining BukuWarung, Manan Arora accumulated diverse experience in data analytics. He worked at IQVIA as a Data Analyst from 2017 to 2019 and later as an Associate Consultant - Analytics for three months in 2019. He also held a position as a Data Scientist at Indifi for five months in 2020. Additionally, he served as an Analytics & Data Science Consultant at SBSF Consultancy from 2020 to 2021, with work locations in Berlin, Germany, and Kolkata, India.
Educational Background
Manan Arora completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electronics and Communications Engineering at Shiv Nadar University from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by participating in the Technology Leaders Fellowship program at Plaksha University, where he achieved a Post Graduate Program from 2019 to 2020. His foundational education was at Modern School, where he completed his high school studies from 2011 to 2013.
Advocacy and Professional Philosophy
Manan Arora advocates for technology that serves social good, emphasizing the importance of human-centric thinking in tech solutions. He believes in data-driven decision-making and applies first-principle thinking in his professional approach. His engagement in community building and interest in startups reflect his commitment to problem-solving and innovation in the tech industry.
Participation in Y Combinator
Manan Arora participated in the Y Combinator Summer 2020 (YC S20) batch with BukuWarung. This experience provided him with exposure to a network of entrepreneurs and resources aimed at fostering startup growth and development. His involvement in this prestigious program aligns with his interests in analytics and technology-driven solutions.