Nikhil Nirhali
About Nikhil Nirhali
Nikhil Nirhali is a Product Manager with a background in engineering and business management. He has experience in the solar market and has worked at various companies, including Turtlemint and Peacock Solar.
Current Role at Turtlemint
Nikhil Nirhali currently serves as a Product Manager at Turtlemint, where he has been employed since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and management, focusing on enhancing user experience and driving product strategy. His previous experience as a Product Management Intern at Turtlemint in 2019 provided him with foundational insights into the company's operations and product offerings.
Professional Experience
Before joining Turtlemint, Nikhil Nirhali worked at Peacock Solar as a Live Project intern for one month in 2019, where he gained practical experience in the solar energy sector. He also spent three years at Larsen & Toubro Infotech Ltd as a Software Engineer from 2015 to 2018, contributing to various software development projects. Additionally, he interned at Kalyani Forge for nine months in 2013-2014, where he was involved in project-related tasks.
Education and Expertise
Nikhil Nirhali holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, where he studied General Management from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University, completing his degree from 2010 to 2014. His educational background equips him with a blend of technical and managerial skills.
Key Projects and Contributions
During his career, Nikhil Nirhali has contributed to significant projects in the solar market. He created a dashboard that identifies 15 key performance indicators for vendor selection, which aids in decision-making processes. He also recommended over 32 MNRE-approved vendors for EPC work in Maharashtra, focusing on solar systems ranging from 2 to 10 kW. Furthermore, he evaluated the solar market potential in 10 new cities as part of a strategic initiative.
Leadership Experience
Nikhil Nirhali served as the Industry Interface Head for the Operations Club at the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta from 2019 to 2020. In this leadership role, he was responsible for managing industry interactions and enhancing the club's engagement with external stakeholders, providing valuable networking opportunities for members.