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Gnanaraj Sadacharam
Non Profit CEO / Director / VP
Bangalore Urban
Summary
With over 20 years of diverse experience across national and international platforms, this professional has a deep commitment to driving transformative change for children, youth, and women. Throughout a dynamic career, innovative initiatives have been spearheaded, leveraging technology to empower these target groups and create a future centered on inclusivity, opportunity, and sustainable progress.
Expertise includes integrating technology into program implementation, ensuring impactful and scalable interventions. A proven track record in child development, youth empowerment, gender equality, and supporting tech-driven enterprises highlights a strong focus on creating lasting social good. With strategic foresight, organizations are guided toward achieving tangible, long-term results, prioritizing sustainability and resilience in their growth journeys. Innovation is consistently used as a catalyst to improve lives, ensuring that technology serves as a bridge to brighter futures for all.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CEO
Indcamb Foundation
8 2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive program for Children & Youth to support them with specific needs.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Mentored and served as a Start-up Advisor to Ed-Tech & Social Innovation Businesses and organizations.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Pioneered corporate social responsibility initiatives, significantly impacting community development and sustainability.
Strategy and Process Consultant
United Efforts Foundation
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided advice and guidance to clients on a range of topics, including strategy development, process improvement, and organizational change
- Developed and implemented process control strategies to reduce process variability and improve process stability
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify and resolve process-related issues, resulting in improved process efficiency and cost savings
- Developed and presented process training for new employees, resulting in improved understanding and compliance with process standards
- Developed process metrics and KPIs to monitor and measure process performance and identify areas for improvement.
Lead Consultant
NASSCOM Foundation
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Sprear headed the Skilling and Digital Literacy Team to implement projects across 24 states partnering with 20+ organisations with an outreach of 1.25 Lac beneficiaries
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs and develop solutions to meet those needs
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and profitability, resulting in an increase in funding
- Developed and presented proposals to donors and stakeholders, resulting in successful collaborations.
Co-Founder & Trustee
The Ministro Foundation
06.2012 - 12.2021
- Worked with project managers to develop and implement strategies for cost effective program planning and resource optimization
- Built and led a team of employees to successfully execute the organisation's vision
- Led product development, resulting in the successful launch of new products and services
- Developed a project plans and raised initial seed funding from donors to launch the field activities
- Implemented a data-driven approach to decision-making, resulting in a 70% increase in efficiency
- Developed a financial model to accurately forecast accurate expenses and maintain 100% utilization.
Programme Director
Anglican International Development-UK
04.2014 - 06.2017
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to secure resources necessary for program sustainability and success.
Country Director
Manna Micro Finance
02.2011 - 12.2013
- Promoted a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations for staff and conducting regular performance evaluations.
- Strengthened program effectiveness by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with government agencies for enhanced cooperation on projectsinitiatives.
- Improved organizational capacity through the development of policies, systems, and infrastructure improvements.
COO
Growing Opportunity India
12.2009 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to optimize workflow and enhance communication channels.
- Mentored employees at all levels within the organization to support their professional development goals.
- Boosted operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Implemented innovative solutions to drive continuous improvement in product quality and customer satisfaction.
Senior Alliances Manager
Rang De. Org
05.2008 - 09.2009
Program Manager
PREPARE
12.2006 - 04.2008
Programme Coordinator
World Vision India
01.2005 - 10.2006
Education
Human Resource Management -
University of Madras
Chennai 01.2000 - 01.2002
Business Administration -
University of Madras
Chennai 01.1997 - 01.2000
Diploma in Nutrition And Dietetics - Child Nutrition
Tamil Nadu University
Chennai, India 04.2001 - 10.2024
Disaster Risk Management -
DISHA, Kolkata
Chennai 06.2005 - 12.2005
Design, Thinking & Innovation -
University of Sidney (online)
Online 01.2021 - 01.2021
Skills
Crisis Management
Talent Development
Succession Planning
Operational Excellence
Financial Acumen
Effective Decision Making
Strategic Visioning
Digital Transformation
Analytical and Critical Thinker
Problem-Solving
Project Management
Leadership and People Development
Websites
Accomplishments
- Received a Best Employee Award for Uncompromising Trust
- Achieved a milestone of 1.25 lakh youth skilled and placed through effectively helping with building a strong strategy for scale and sustainability
- Effectively managed and supervised team of 320 staff members.
- Lobbied with the Govt. South Sudan to bring in a Sugar Factory in one of their villages near Juba.
Affiliations
- Accredited as a best trainer and coach by the American Merit Council
- Acknowledged by one of the Prominent TV channel in South Sudan as a Business Strategist and interviewed by them.
Software
MS Office
Adobe Photoshop
Canva
Web Development
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
Badminton, Cooking, & Photography
In my free time, I enjoy playing badminton daily, which serves as a great stress buster and helps keep my body agile. Cooking is another passion of mine, and I love experimenting with various cuisines. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I channeled this passion into running a cloud kitchen to support patients in need. Additionally, photography is a creative outlet I deeply cherish. My work in photography has been recognized with over 15 international awards, further fueling my interest in capturing the world through my lens.
Timeline
Strategy and Process Consultant
United Efforts Foundation
07.2024 - 08.2024
Lead Consultant
NASSCOM Foundation
05.2022 - 05.2023
Design, Thinking & Innovation -
University of Sidney (online)
01.2021 - 01.2021
Programme Director
Anglican International Development-UK
04.2014 - 06.2017
Co-Founder & Trustee
The Ministro Foundation
06.2012 - 12.2021
Country Director
Manna Micro Finance
02.2011 - 12.2013
COO
Growing Opportunity India
12.2009 - 01.2011
Senior Alliances Manager
Rang De. Org
05.2008 - 09.2009
Program Manager
PREPARE
12.2006 - 04.2008
Disaster Risk Management -
DISHA, Kolkata
06.2005 - 12.2005
Programme Coordinator
World Vision India
01.2005 - 10.2006
Diploma in Nutrition And Dietetics - Child Nutrition
Tamil Nadu University
04.2001 - 10.2024
Human Resource Management -
University of Madras
01.2000 - 01.2002
Business Administration -
University of Madras
01.1997 - 01.2000
CEO
Indcamb Foundation
8 2023 - Current
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