Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Software
Websites
Timeline
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Maneesh Awasthi

Maneesh Awasthi

B.Com. freshman At University of Delhi
Delhi,DL

Summary

Entrepreneurial leader with a track record of co-founding and scaling an AI startup as Head of Operations. I bridge the gap between high-level strategy and operational execution, leveraging a cross-functional skill set in Finance, Marketing, and HR. My expertise lies in taking a structured approach to solve complex business challenges, using data analysis to guide decisions. I am focused on delivering measurable, client-centric results by turning strategic insights into practical solutions.

Work History

Co-founder and Head of Operations

Drufiy
Bengaluru
02.2025 - Current
  • Co-founded Drufiy - an artificial intelligence-based device troubleshooting company, in development now with a scheduled beta release in mid-June 2025.
  • Hired and managed a diverse team of 8 people, consisting of 2 international collaborators, from more than 40 applicants through a systematic interview process.
  • Released an early-access waitlist site, which drew 200+ users in the first week, demonstrating high market demand.
  • Worked in close collaboration with the technical team to design and create the first prototype, mapping functionality against user pain points.
  • Leading day-to-day operations, tracking and working in internal processes to maintain timely progress on product development and team coordination

Marketing and strategy Intern

Jeevaashraya
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Played a pivotal role in refining the organization's social media presence and outreach strategy through compelling digital storytelling.
  • Assisted across diverse administrative and on-ground operational workflows within a high-paced hospital facility, demonstrating versatility and compassion.
  • Took initiative to enhance processes, showcasing a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on operational execution.
  • Commended for a relentless drive, meticulous execution, and the ability to deliver tangible impact on team morale and daily functions.

Human Resources Intern

Holograd
Bengaluru
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Aided the HR department in candidate screening and shortlisting 100+ candidates for various roles.
  • Managed initial candidate evaluations and interview schedule coordination, enhancing onboarding process efficiency.
  • Assisted in creating internship engagement strategies such as virtual orientation and feedback surveys for improved retention of interns.

Volunteer - Regional Team Head

YOUNGO
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Managed a virtual regional team of 26 volunteers to plan and coordinate online climate awareness activities promoting youth involvement and sustainability.
  • Participated in international virtual meetings and policy forums, working together with global youth delegates to design effective climate advocacy campaign.
  • Supported the creation of online educational materials and digital outreach campaigns designed to enhance climate literacy in young leaders and students.
  • Enabled cross-border collaboration, bridging regional volunteer and YOUNGO world leadership communication to align local action with global climate objectives.
  • Enabled the delivery of virtual workshops, webinars, and awareness campaigns, facilitating the amplification of youth voices in online climate action movements.
  • Helped prepare discussion points and proposals during online consultations and made sure regional voices were represented in wider climate conversations.

Founder and Editor-in-Cheif

BizNews
Lucknow
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Established and acted as Editor-in-Chief of "BizNews", the school's inaugural business newsletter, with the goal of promoting entrepreneurial and economic consciousness among students.
  • Wrote and edited articles on business trends, marketing strategies, and the startup ecosystem, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing among the school community.
  • Managed a team of student editors, working together on content development, editing, and publication to produce high-quality and engaging content.
  • Developed and implemented the overall marketing plan, greatly increasing readership and engagement throughout school platforms.
  • Scaled BizNews to more than 1,000 article submissions in one year, making it a flagship initiative with broad student involvement and continued influence.

Education

Bachelors of Commerce (hons) - Finance And Accounting

Deen Dayal Upadhaya College, Delhi University
Delhi
07.2025 - Current

BBA - Business Administration & Management

T.A.Pai Management Institute
Bengaluru, India
08.2024 - 05.2025

High School Diploma -

Seth M. R. Jaipuria School
Lucknow, India
04.2009 - 05.2024

Skills

Team Leadership

Advanced Excel

Powerpoint and Canva

Communication

Budgeting & Financial Planning

Digital Marketing

Social Media Strategy

SEO & SEM Optimization

Market Research

Trend Analysis

Business Strategy

Content Creation

Branding

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Software

Excel

Powerpoint

Canva

Word

Outlook

MS office suite

Websites

Timeline

Bachelors of Commerce (hons) - Finance And Accounting

Deen Dayal Upadhaya College, Delhi University
07.2025 - Current

Marketing and strategy Intern

Jeevaashraya
05.2025 - 07.2025

Co-founder and Head of Operations

Drufiy
02.2025 - Current

Human Resources Intern

Holograd
10.2024 - 11.2024

BBA - Business Administration & Management

T.A.Pai Management Institute
08.2024 - 05.2025

Volunteer - Regional Team Head

YOUNGO
03.2024 - 07.2024

Founder and Editor-in-Cheif

BizNews
06.2022 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Seth M. R. Jaipuria School
04.2009 - 05.2024

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Maneesh AwasthiB.Com. freshman At University of Delhi