Fareena Chaudhry
About Fareena Chaudhry
Fareena Chaudhry is a Product Manager for Learning Products at Catalyst Inc. and has served as a Board Member at TEDxZurich since 2014, bringing extensive experience in international partnerships and program management.
Work at Catalyst Inc.
Fareena Chaudhry has been serving as the Product Manager for Learning Products at Catalyst Inc. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and managing educational products that align with the company's mission. Prior to this position, she held the role of Director for MARC Client Partnerships at Catalyst Inc. from 2020 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to the expansion of client partnerships and the enhancement of service delivery.
Experience at TEDxZurich
Fareena Chaudhry has been a Board Member at TEDxZurich since 2014. Her involvement spans over a decade, during which she has participated in organizing events that promote ideas worth spreading. Her role includes strategic planning and community engagement, contributing to the growth of the TEDx community in the Zürich area.
Previous Roles in International Development
Fareena Chaudhry has extensive experience in international development. She worked as a Program Officer at the Commonwealth Foundation from 2007 to 2011, where she managed various development programs. Prior to that, she held a similar position at the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) in Nairobi, Kenya, from 2000 to 2005, focusing on research and program implementation in development initiatives.
Educational Background
Fareena Chaudhry earned her Master of Science (MSc) in Development Studies from SOAS University of London, completing her studies from 1999 to 2000. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Keele University, where she studied from 1996 to 1999. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in product management and international partnerships.
Career Path and Previous Employment
Fareena Chaudhry's career includes various significant roles. She worked as a Consultant at Goldman Sachs from 2005 to 2007 and was involved in international partnerships at Ashoka from 2011 to 2013. These positions have contributed to her expertise in managing partnerships and developing products in diverse environments.