Sonal Patel
About Sonal Patel
Sonal Patel serves as the Vice President of Strategy at Wastequip, a position she has held since 2022. With a diverse background in government analytics and sustainability, she has previously worked at organizations such as Bloomberg Government, The World Bank, and the World Wildlife Fund.
Current Role at Wastequip
Sonal Patel serves as the Vice President of Strategy at Wastequip, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives that align with the company's goals. Her experience in the waste management sector contributes to her ability to drive innovation and efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience at Wastequip
Prior to her current role, Sonal Patel held multiple positions at Wastequip. She worked as the Director of Government Analytics from 2020 to 2021 for 10 months and later served as the Director of Strategy in 2021 for 9 months. These roles involved analyzing government policies and strategies to enhance Wastequip's market presence.
Career at Bloomberg Government
Sonal Patel worked at Bloomberg Government in various capacities. She was a Senior Account Executive for 2 months in 2020 and previously served as an Account Executive from 2018 to 2019 for 1 year, as well as an Account Manager from 2017 to 2018 for 8 months. Her roles focused on client management and providing insights into government-related data.
Educational Background
Sonal Patel holds multiple degrees. She earned her Master's Degrees in Economics, International Relations, and Public Administration from Syracuse University's Maxwell School, completing her studies from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Political Science from Bucknell University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. She also participated in a study abroad program at Fundação Getulio Vargas in 2007.
Experience in Sustainability and Climate Change
Sonal Patel has a background in sustainability and climate change. She worked at The World Bank as a Sustainability Analyst from 2013 to 2016 for 3 years and as a Global Public Partnerships Analyst from 2012 to 2013 for 1 year. Additionally, she was a Climate Change Research Associate at the World Wildlife Fund in 2012 and interned there in 2011. Her work focused on environmental policy and sustainable development.