Lalit Kumar
About Lalit Kumar
Lalit Kumar is a professional currently serving in the Founder's Office at Weekday in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, since 2021. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various engineering and management roles in organizations such as Hyperloop IITB and JSW.
Work at Weekday
Lalit Kumar has been part of the Founder's Office at Weekday since 2021. His role involves supporting the strategic initiatives of the company, which is a startup that participated in Y Combinator's W21 batch. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Lalit has contributed to the company's growth and operational strategies over the past three years.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Weekday, Lalit Kumar worked at Hyperloop IITB as Chief Mechanical Engineer from 2020 to 2021. His responsibilities included overseeing mechanical engineering projects and leading technical teams. Prior to this role, he served as a Junior Dynamics Engineer and later as Dynamics Head at the same organization, accumulating valuable experience in dynamic systems and engineering management.
Experience in Digital Transformation
In 2021, Lalit Kumar briefly worked at JSW in the Digital Transformation and Analytics division. His tenure lasted for one month, during which he focused on implementing digital strategies to enhance operational efficiency. This experience complemented his engineering background with insights into digital processes.
Educational Background
Lalit Kumar completed his Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 2018 to 2022. Prior to this, he achieved his Intermediate at VelocIITy Junior College from 2016 to 2018. His foundational education includes Matriculation from Kendriya Vidyalaya, where he studied from 2006 to 2016.
Early Career in Sales and Marketing
In 2019, Lalit Kumar gained experience in sales and marketing while working at HelpNow for two months. This role provided him with exposure to market dynamics and customer engagement strategies, adding to his diverse skill set in both engineering and business.