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Aparupa Shaw

Alliance Manager-Microsoft | Ex-Cofounder | Account Manager | Project Manager
Aparupa Shaw

Summary

  • 12+ years of experience as an Alliance Manager, Account Manager, IT Delivery Manager, Project Manager specialized in Client Services, Budgeting & Analysis, Resource Management, Stakeholder Management & Business Development with a reputation of tackling complex and large projects efficiently.
  • Results-driven, strategic thinking, decisive leader who has a track record of building rapport and developing partnerships to increase client and team focus and flexibility.
  • Possess a successful track record in managing multiple accounts, sales, delivery management, program/project management, resource allocation/performance assessments and retention strategies, client management.
  • Resourceful at maintaining business relationship with clients and customers to achieve long term business.
  • Developed strategy and support delivery model to support new processes in the organization.
  • Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.Effective leader with excellent communication, negotiation and relationship building skills.
  • Experienced IT professional skilled in setting up and managing technology systems in a start-up environment. Known for using technical skills to solve problems, support business growth, and turn creative ideas into real-world solutions.
  • Establish & maintain strong business relationships with senior & operating level business leaders (CXO/C-level, Stakeholders).


Overview

13
years of professional experience
2
Certifications

Work History

UST

Microsoft Alliance Manager
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Working on a joint pipeline of ~$144M, representing a $23M growth in active pipeline in the last 3 months and converted wins of $19M for last year
  • Managing strategic alliances and partnerships with key partners of Microsoft for the global region, work closely with partners to ensure timely and accurate delivery & commitments
  • Manage day-to-day operations of partnership programs, ensuring flawless execution of partnership agreements
  • Involved in Business Planning with Partner, including identification of key markets, positioning of Key GTM's, target accounts, and engagement model
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute the partnership GTM strategies, Owned & achieved targeted Azure Consumed Revenue (ACR) for the global region
  • Ensured Executive connects in region for the success of partnership and built a strong partnership
  • Presented UST Capability with regard to Azure Infra, Data & AI, Digital and Application Innovation, Business Applications, Security in Microsoft Internal enablement session for better evangelization of UST better connects.

Account Manager
11.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Handling accounts upto ~$3.5 M of revenue
  • Manage multiple large-scale, complex and specialized competency-based customer projects with strong focus on delivery responsibility & delivery excellence, including strategic planning & projects
  • Added business from new verticals in 1 year exploring the client needs and helped achieve revenue, profitability
  • Expert levels of researching, networking & relationship building
  • Identified up-sell and cross sell opportunities and collaborate with sales to create additional value
  • Upselling partners with both new and existing solutions, tools, and models by leveraging UST products & solutions catalogue
  • Strong in growth (revenue/profitability), engagement models, cloud solutions, managed services, fixedfee delivery, staffaug
  • Effectively analyze reports, execute plans on increasing monetized revenue generated from existing accounts
  • Maintaining full responsibility for client satisfaction and overall delivery excellence
  • Lead & manage teams across various techno- functional streams within the account, ensuring employee engagement.

Evolving Systems Networks India Pvt Ltd

Project Manager
10.2018 - 11.2021

Job overview

  • Successfully managed and delivered projects totaling ~80 CRs over three years, contributing to a revenue increase of approximately $2.3M
  • Demonstrated expertise in Agile methodologies, performing a range of project management duties including scoping, estimating, planning and scheduling, monitoring, risk mitigation, and people management
  • Efficiently organized and facilitated Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, scrum meetings, reviews, retrospectives, release planning, and demos to ensure seamless project progression
  • Collaborated closely with the product owner for backlog management and ensured continuous delivery of features, contributing to product development efficiency
  • Worked effectively with diverse teams including Business, Pre-sales, Architecture, and Development
  • Managed and mentored a team of 17+, defined KPIs, and removed impediments to maintain continuous value delivery for stakeholders
  • Leveraged strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to navigate complex project challenges, align team efforts, and drive project success
  • Ensured all project deliverables met the quality standards and timelines.

Collanomics Technosoft Pvt Ltd

Co-Founder
12.2014 - 09.2018

Job overview

  • Founded and scaled a startup company, building a team of 20+ resources, and successfully creating an in-house SaaS product portfolio from concept to completion
  • Participated in every phase of the product life cycle, leading the ideation, technology strategy, and design processes to ensure alignment with market needs and company vision
  • Demonstrated comprehensive project management skills from software development & implementation, SRS creation, to app development & support; maintained strong relationships throughout project lifecycles
  • Effectively planned and allocated resources to meet project deadlines and company objectives, ensuring optimal productivity and efficiency
  • Conducted comprehensive market trend analyses and competitor research to inform strategic business decisions and product development efforts
  • Led, collaborated with, and guided cross-functional teams on solution design and implementation, fostering a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive work environment
  • Drove significant business growth through effective management and strategic decision-making, demonstrating a keen entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen.

Technical Lead (Web Development & Team Lead)
06.2011 - 12.2014

Job overview

  • Gained extensive experience building robust E-commerce web applications utilizing technologies such as JavaScript, WordPress, and Magento, delivering high-quality, scalable solutions in a fast-paced IT environment
  • Successfully led and managed a diverse team of 7, driving end-to-end project delivery with notable performance as both a team player and individual contributor
  • Demonstrated proficiency in complete project lifecycle management, from initial planning and development to testing and deployment, ensuring timely and effective delivery of web applications
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance goals, earning recognition for exceptional individual performance & team leadership in the delivery of complex web development projects.

Education

West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT)

Bachelor of Computer Application (B.C.A.)

University Overview

West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (W.B.C.H.S.E)

Higher Secondary

University Overview

West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (W.B.B.S.E)

Madhyamik

University Overview

Skills

Relationship Building

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Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Most Valuable Performer Asia Account - Evolving System Pvt Ltd
  • Certified Scrum Master - Scrum Alliance (01/2021)
  • Azure Fundamentals - Microsoft

Personal Information

Personal Information
  • Age: 34
  • Date of Birth: 05/21/1989
  • Gender: Female
  • Marital Status: Single

Certification

Certified Scrum Master

Interests

Trekking

Gardening

Brainstorming ideas

Networking

Timeline

Azure Fundamentals

11-2023
Microsoft Alliance Manager
UST
01.2023 - Current
Account Manager
11.2021 - 12.2022

Certified Scrum Master

01-2021
Project Manager
Evolving Systems Networks India Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 11.2021
Co-Founder
Collanomics Technosoft Pvt Ltd
12.2014 - 09.2018
Technical Lead (Web Development & Team Lead)
06.2011 - 12.2014
West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT)
Bachelor of Computer Application (B.C.A.)
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (W.B.C.H.S.E)
Higher Secondary
West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (W.B.B.S.E)
Madhyamik
Aparupa ShawAlliance Manager-Microsoft | Ex-Cofounder | Account Manager | Project Manager