Deepali Awasthi
Gurgaon
Summary
Seasoned business research and consulting professional with 10 years of experience across Consumer, Retail, FMCG, Healthcare, Energy, Automotive, TMT, and Hi-Tech sectors. Successfully delivered 60+ global projects for B2B and B2C clients, managing diverse engagement models, including FTE, ad-hoc, and hourly-based formats. Adept at leading teams of 5–10 members, providing data-backed insights through business research, market forecasting, M&A analysis, SWOT/PESTEL frameworks, and competitive benchmarking. Consistently achieved 95%+ client satisfaction, and delivered projects 10–15% ahead of schedule. Experienced in stakeholder engagement across 10+ countries, and proficient in MS Office Suite, Trello, Workfront, Power BI, and leading business research databases
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Manager (Corporate Consulting)
Acuity Knowledge Partners
Gurgaon
01.2020 - Current
- Lead client engagements, scope projects, and manage end-to-end execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client objectives. (Led over 40 projects across multiple sectors, including Consumer, Retail, Hi-Tech, and Healthcare, for B2B/B2C clients.)
- Manage end-to-end project delivery, achieving a 95%+ on-time delivery rate
- Conduct primary and secondary research (databases, SEC filings, industry websites, government sources) for market analysis, competitive benchmarking, go-to-market strategies, and M&A support
- Structure proposals, negotiate deadlines, and manage client expectations from concept to delivery, ensuring successful project outcomes. (Developed over 30 proposals with a conversion rate of 40%, securing new projects and enhancing client engagement.)
- Perform target/buyer screening, identify investment opportunities, analyze investment themes/strategies, and prepare investment memorandums
- Support sales and marketing teams with blogs, white papers, and proposal presentations, expanding the client base and engagement
- Manage a 5-person team, ensuring high-quality deliverables, mentoring junior members, and aligning efforts with client goals
Assistant Manager (Business Research/ Consulting)
Ingenious E-Brain Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Built the Market Research Practice by establishing processes, frameworks, and methodologies tailored to diverse client needs
- Onboarded 8+ corporate clients, resulting in a 40% revenue boost from research-led services in the first year
- Analyzed 10+ growth sectors and developed organic/inorganic market entry strategies
- Delivered 10+ research projects across chemicals, automotive, electronics, and ICT, covering segmentation, pricing, and benchmarking
- Supported M&A advisory by identifying targets, and assessing synergies, positioning, and growth potential
- Delivered custom dashboards and go-to-market strategies, enhancing client decision-making.
- Managed end-to-end project execution with over 95% client satisfaction
- Achieved a 35% proposal-to-project conversion rate, contributing significantly to business development
Senior Associate (Market Research)
MarketsandMarkets
Pune
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Executed market research and consulting projects across chemical, automotive, electronics, and ICT sectors
- Delivered market estimates, forecasts, and competitive analysis for global micro markets in North America, Europe, and APAC
- Conducted in-depth primary research and competitive landscape analysis (M&A, partnerships, collaborations)
- Developed SWOT analyses and company profiles for over 50+ companies in emerging sectors
- Contributed to client proposals and marketing materials, boosting new business opportunities
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction
Business Development Executive (Business Research)
Medwiz Healthcare
07.2016 - 11.2016
- Managed complete project lifecycle from proposal creation to delivery, ensuring client objectives were met
- Conducted market research, including SWOT analysis, market sizing, and competitive landscape for healthcare sectors
- Created presentations and market dynamics reports, enhancing internal and client communication
- Supported business development by creating proposals and engaging with potential clients for new business opportunities
Intern/Training
Industrial Automation Training Center North Siemens
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Industrial Automation training at IATC (Industrial Automation Training Center), North Siemens, 2015, Panchkula, promoted by IAG Automation
Lecturer
Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU)
Kanpur
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Planned and delivered high-quality teaching on a range of courses within the curriculum area, and helped students in their research projects
- Adopt a consistent approach in dealing with student discipline, in accordance with college policies
- Work with members of the department’s management team and departmental colleagues in the development, review, and evaluation of the curriculum, including contributions to the self-assessment process
- Contributed to the preparation of course materials
Education
M.E - Instrumentation & Control Specialization with Biomedical Instrumentation
Pune University
01.2015
B. Tech - Electronics & Instrumentation
Gautam Buddha Technical University
01.2012
Intermediate - Physics, Chemistry, Math (PCM)
Allahabad Board
01.2008
High School -
Allahabad Board
01.2006
Skills
- Trello
- Workfront
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PPT)
- VMware Horizon
- Outlook
- Power BI
- Think-cell
- S&P Capital IQ
- Mergermarket
- Factiva
- Fitch
- Thomson Reuters
- IHS Markit
- Preqin
- Dealroom
- Business Communications
- Client Servicing
- Competitive analysis
- Secondary Research
- Primary Research
- Market Intelligence
- Industry Analysis
- M&A Analysis
- Report Writing
- Proposal Writing
- Project Scoping
- Team Management
- Go-To-Market
- End-to-End Delivery Management
- Project Management
- Client Engagement
- Stakeholder Management
- Market Research
- Team Leadership
Awards Recognitions
- Rising Star award from Acuity Knowledge Partners
- Most Valuable Player award from Acuity Knowledge Partners
- Employee of the Month award from Ingenious E Brain Solution Pvt. Ltd.
- Outstanding Performer award from Ingenious E-Brain Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Star Performer award from MarketsandMarkets
Certification
- Professional Certificate Program in Data Science and Business Analytics from the University of Maryland
- Power BI certification
- Industrial automation certification from IATC North Siemens
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/05/1991
Marital Status: Married
Hometown: Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Current Location: Gurugram
Publications Awards Recognitions
- Analysis of Encrypted ECG Signal in Steganography Using Wavelet Transform, 2nd International Conference on Electronics and Communication Systems, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/7125005
- Evaluation of Wavelet Based ECG Steganography System by Using Percentage Residual Difference (PRD) Measurements, 4th IEEE International Conference on Communication and Signal Processing, ICCSP’15, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/7322548
Accomplishments
'Rising Star' award from Acuity Knowledge Partners
The 'Most Valuable Player' award from Acuity Knowledge Partners
‘Employee of the Month’ award from Ingenious E Brain Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
‘Outstanding Performer’ award from Ingenious E-Brain Solutions, Pvt. Ltd.
‘Star Performer’ award from Markets and Markets
Timeline
Delivery Manager (Corporate Consulting)
Acuity Knowledge Partners
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Manager (Business Research/ Consulting)
Ingenious E-Brain Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
09.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Associate (Market Research)
MarketsandMarkets
11.2016 - 08.2018
Business Development Executive (Business Research)
Medwiz Healthcare
07.2016 - 11.2016
Intern/Training
Industrial Automation Training Center North Siemens
09.2015 - 01.2016
Lecturer
Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU)
08.2012 - 08.2013
M.E - Instrumentation & Control Specialization with Biomedical Instrumentation
Pune University
B. Tech - Electronics & Instrumentation
Gautam Buddha Technical University
Intermediate - Physics, Chemistry, Math (PCM)
Allahabad Board
High School -
Allahabad Board
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