Nishant Aggarwal
About Nishant Aggarwal
Nishant Aggarwal is the Head of Product at Perl Street, with a strong background in product development and expertise in automating financial operations for the renewable energy sector. He has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including On Deck, Deloitte, and BlueWander, and has a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Dartmouth College.
Current Role at Perl Street
Nishant Aggarwal serves as the Head of Product at Perl Street, a company associated with Y Combinator's W22 batch. He has been in this role since 2023, operating in a remote work environment based in San Francisco, California. In this position, he leads product development efforts, focusing on innovative solutions within the fintech and climate tech sectors.
Professional Experience
Nishant has a diverse background in product management and consulting. He previously worked at On Deck as a Fellow for nine months, where he contributed to various projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. His experience also includes roles as Interim Head of Product at a self-employed capacity and as a founding team member at TAO Education. He has held positions at Deloitte as a Senior Consultant and at BlueWander as Founder & Product Lead, showcasing his expertise in product development across multiple industries.
Education and Expertise
Nishant holds a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Dartmouth College and a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering. He has further enhanced his skills through participation in Y Combinator in 2022. His expertise lies in automating financial operations for large-scale asset managers and project developers, particularly in the renewable energy sector, emphasizing sustainability and climate initiatives.
Involvement in Mentorship and Research
Nishant is actively involved in mentorship roles, serving as a Mentor at Techstars since 2020. His early career included a position as a Summer Research Fellow at National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan. He has also contributed to the creator economy and climate tech sectors, focusing on building innovative solutions that address sustainability challenges.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Throughout his career, Nishant has held various positions that contributed to his professional growth. He worked as a Product Lead at Zevvy for three months and was a Summer Intern at Vodafone Essar Cellular Limited. His role as a founding advisor at Nomawo further highlights his commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation in technology-driven sectors.