Aditya Nayan
About Aditya Nayan
Aditya Nayan serves as the Associate Director of Partnerships and Fundraising at Wadhwani AI, where he focuses on collaborative AI innovation projects. He has previously held various roles at SaveLIFE Foundation and has a strong educational background in business administration and marketing.
Current Role at Wadhwani AI
Aditya Nayan serves as the Associate Director of Partnerships and Fundraising at Wadhwani AI, a position he has held since 2019. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Bangkok, Thailand. In this role, he engages with expert partners from various sectors, including research institutions, non-profits, private entities, and government organizations. His focus is on developing collaborative AI innovation projects that address complex development challenges.
Previous Experience at SaveLIFE Foundation
Aditya Nayan previously worked at SaveLIFE Foundation in multiple roles. He started as a Digital Strategist for Media Advocacy in 2014 and later became the Global Engagement Manager from 2016 to 2017. He advanced to Senior Manager of Partnerships from 2017 to 2019 and briefly served as Associate Director of Projects in 2019. During his tenure, he initiated strategic university relations with prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Stanford.
Educational Background
Aditya Nayan holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from SP Jain School of Global Management, where he studied Marketing. He completed this degree in 2015. Additionally, he earned a Master’s Degree in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute in 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Bradford, which he completed from 2008 to 2011.
Skills and Expertise
Aditya Nayan possesses expertise in partnerships and fundraising, particularly in the context of social impact and technology. He has played a pivotal role in building partnerships and fundraising teams at Wadhwani AI. His work involves raising significant funds for AI solutions that tackle issues in climate impact, public health, education, and agriculture. He is committed to continuous learning and thrives in a collaborative environment.
Early Career at NotehallIndia Pvt Ltd
Aditya began his professional journey at NotehallIndia Pvt Ltd, where he worked from 2011 to 2012. In this role, he was involved in various functions, including marketing, operations, HR, partnerships, and administration. This diverse experience laid the foundation for his future roles in partnerships and fundraising.