Aparna Sudhakar
About Aparna Sudhakar
Aparna Sudhakar is a Community Specialist focusing on the Regional Agenda for India and South Asia at the World Economic Forum. She has extensive experience in event management and B2B branding, having held various roles in organizations such as the Confederation of Indian Industry and Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd.
Work at World Economic Forum
Aparna Sudhakar has been serving as a Community Specialist for the Regional Agenda, India and South Asia at the World Economic Forum since 2019. In this role, she focuses on fostering community engagement and collaboration among stakeholders in the region. Her work involves developing initiatives that align with the Forum's mission to improve the state of the world.
Current Role at Confederation of Indian Industry
Since 2018, Aparna has held the position of Deputy Director and Head of the International Desk at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in New Delhi. In this capacity, she is responsible for managing international relations and promoting industry collaboration on a global scale. Her role involves strategic planning and execution of initiatives that enhance the CII's international footprint.
Previous Experience at Bennett Coleman and Co. Ltd.
Aparna Sudhakar worked at Bennett Coleman and Co. Ltd. (Times Group) for a total of eleven years, from 2008 to 2019. She began as a Senior Officer and later served as an Assistant Manager in the Business to Business Initiatives Team. During her tenure, she was part of the core team responsible for creating communication platforms, including round tables and panel discussions, aimed at enhancing client engagement across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Aparna Sudhakar has a strong academic background in Biotechnology and Marketing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from St. Xavier's College (2001-2004) and a Master's degree in Biotechnology from the University of Mumbai (2004-2006). Additionally, she completed her Master of Business Administration in Marketing from St. Francis Institute of Management and Research (2006-2008). Her education supports her specialization in creating networking platforms and thought leadership initiatives.
Background
Aparna Sudhakar completed her early education at Mary Immaculate Girls' High School, where she studied from 1999. This foundational education provided her with the skills necessary to pursue higher education and a successful career in various roles within the corporate sector.