Apekshita Alkesh
About Apekshita Alkesh
Apekshita Alkesh serves as the Manager in the CEO's Office at MapmyIndia, where she focuses on enhancing the B2C brand of Mappls. She has a diverse background in marketing, investment promotion, and consulting, with previous roles at notable organizations such as The Estée Lauder Companies and Boston Consulting Group.
Work at MapmyIndia
Apekshita Alkesh currently holds the position of Manager in the CEO's Office at MapmyIndia, a role she has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, she focuses on building the B2C brand for Mappls, which is India's own maps application. Her efforts are directed towards positioning Mappls as a safer and smarter alternative to foreign mapping applications, contributing to the company's growth and market presence.
Previous Experience
Prior to her role at MapmyIndia, Apekshita Alkesh gained diverse experience in various organizations. She worked as an Investment Specialist at Invest India from 2021 to 2022, where she focused on investment promotion and facilitation for the Western Europe geographical region and the Consumer Goods industry. Additionally, she completed internships at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in 2020, and served as a Marketing and Advocacy Intern at the Property Council of Australia in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Apekshita Alkesh graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cornell University’s Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management in May 2021, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Economics and Management. She also participated in an exchange program at The University of Sydney Business School in 2019. During her academic tenure, she received a full scholarship as a Cornell Tata Scholar, distinguishing herself as one of only five Indian students to achieve this honor throughout her undergraduate studies.
Background
Apekshita Alkesh's educational journey began at Delhi Public School - R. K. Puram, where she completed her Senior School education from 2010 to 2017. Her early experiences included roles such as a Student Speaker at the Women Economic Forum (WEF) and a Speaker at TEDxYouth@DPSRKPuram in 2016. She also interned at the National Institute for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) in 2018, further enhancing her understanding of public policy and economic development.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Apekshita Alkesh has demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, particularly during her time as a Program Assistant at Cornell Dyson School of Applied Economics & Management from 2018 to 2021. Her work in various internships and roles has contributed to her expertise in marketing, investment facilitation, and social strategy consulting, showcasing her ability to engage with complex economic and social issues.