Ashwin Radhakrishnan
About Ashwin Radhakrishnan
Ashwin Radhakrishnan is a Senior Product Manager at UrbanKisaan, with a background in business development and education. He has held various roles in organizations such as Teach For India, Bizongo, and Wordplay Content, and holds degrees in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering and an MBA.
Current Role at UrbanKisaan
Ashwin Radhakrishnan serves as a Senior Product Manager at UrbanKisaan, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and management, focusing on innovative solutions in urban farming. His experience in product management contributes to the company's mission of promoting sustainable agriculture practices.
Previous Experience at Teach For India
Prior to his current role, Ashwin worked as a Fellow at Teach For India from 2015 to 2017. During his two-year tenure in the Chennai area, he engaged in educational initiatives aimed at improving teaching and learning outcomes in under-resourced schools. This experience provided him with insights into educational challenges and the importance of community engagement.
Business Development at Bizongo
Ashwin held the position of Business Development Manager at Bizongo from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he focused on expanding the company's market presence and developing strategic partnerships. His work contributed to enhancing Bizongo's business operations and customer engagement strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Ashwin Radhakrishnan earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from SRM University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Indian School of Business, where he studied from 2018 to 2019. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his roles in product management and business development.
Experience as a Physics Instructor
Before his roles in product management and business development, Ashwin worked as a Physics Instructor at Akankksha Edutorials Pvt Ltd from 2014 to 2015. His experience in teaching helped him develop skills in communication and mentorship, which are valuable in his subsequent professional endeavors.