Prerna Dhawan
About Prerna Dhawan
Prerna Dhawan serves as the Chief Solutions Officer at The Smart Cube, where she has worked for 17 years, focusing on strategic research and analytics solutions in sectors like Consumer Goods and Pharmaceuticals. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering and a certification in Product Strategy from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.
Work at The Smart Cube
Prerna Dhawan has held the position of Chief Solutions Officer at The Smart Cube since 2007. With over 17 years of experience in the United Kingdom, she has contributed significantly to the company's strategic research and analytics solutions. Prerna began her career at The Smart Cube as a research analyst and has since progressed to lead the global solutions function. Her role involves developing bespoke solutions that align with client needs, particularly in sectors such as Consumer Goods, Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare.
Education and Expertise
Prerna Dhawan earned her Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering, studying from 2003 to 2007. She further enhanced her expertise by completing a program in Product Strategy at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management in 2020. This educational background supports her extensive experience in strategic research, analytics, and procurement, allowing her to specialize in areas such as spend analytics, category intelligence, and competitive intelligence.
Background
Before her tenure at The Smart Cube, Prerna Dhawan gained practical experience as a Summer Intern at the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development in 2006. This role provided her with insights into sustainable practices and corporate responsibility, which she has integrated into her work in strategic research and analytics. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to developing solutions that address complex business challenges.
Achievements
Prerna Dhawan has been recognized for her contributions as an Ambassador for The Sustainable Procurement Pledge since 2020. In this role, she advocates for sustainable procurement practices and collaborates with various stakeholders to promote responsible sourcing. Her focus on client relationship management and delivering tailored solutions has strengthened her reputation in the industry, contributing to her success at The Smart Cube.