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SUVARNARAJU PALATHOTI

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SUVARNARAJU PALATHOTI

Summary

excelling in strategic planning and stakeholder collaboration. Spearheaded operational policies that enhanced efficiency and drove student success initiatives. Adept at data-informed decision making and fostering academic innovation, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Highly effective chief operating officer with several years of experience directing operations and facilities management. Focused on employee engagement, quality and service excellence to achieve growth objectives. Seasoned Chief Operating Officer with background in streamlining operations, improving processes and increasing efficiency across various industries. Strong skills include strategic planning, team leadership and data-driven decision making. Known for transforming organizations into high-producing entities while maintaining job satisfaction among employees.

Overview

20
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

EL-Shaddai Foundation
BAPATLA

Chief Operating Officer
03.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversee daily operations and ensure alignment with corporate strategy.
  • Develop and implement operational policies to enhance efficiency.
  • Collaborate with department heads to streamline communication processes.
  • Analyze performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Facilitate cross-functional team meetings to drive project progress.

International College for Engineering and Management (ICEM)
Muscat

Assistant Professor
10.2016 - Current

Job overview

  • Curriculum Development: Spearheaded the design and implementation of comprehensive curriculum structures to enhance student learning outcomes and meet industry standards.
  • Faculty Training: Provided training and mentoring to academic faculty on innovative teaching methodologies and pedagogical techniques, ensuring effective delivery of educational programs.
  • Student Guidance: Guided students in aligning their academic interests with potential career opportunities, offering personalized support and advising to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Interactive Teaching: Utilized interactive discussions, assessment tools, and creative lesson planning to foster a dynamic and engaging learning environment, catering to diverse student needs and preferences.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Developed reliable methods for evaluating student performance levels and implemented effective strategies to address individual learning needs and enhance overall student success.
  • Program Leadership: Provided programmatic leadership in the development, coordination, and assessment of student life programs, promoting holistic student development and well-being.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborated with international and national educational bodies to establish strategic partnerships and enhance educational linkages, enriching academic offerings and opportunities for students.
  • Faculty Development: Conducted training programs for newly joined lecturers and professors, equipping them with innovative educational techniques and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Learning Environment: Established and maintained a conducive learning climate conducive to optimum student performance, ensuring a supportive and enriching educational experience for all students.

Chirala Engineering College
Chirala

Associate Professor and HSE Manager
01.2014 - 07.2016

Job overview

  • Curriculum Development: Developed and implemented innovative curriculum structures integrating new technologies to enhance learning outcomes and streamline assessment processes.
  • Student Mentoring: Mentored students in research, projects, and internships, providing guidance on career paths and post-graduate education options to foster academic and professional growth.
  • Pedagogical Innovation: Monitored advances in pedagogy and introduced new teaching methods, incorporating technology-enhanced instruction to improve learning effectiveness and engagement.
  • Community Engagement: Engaged with student groups and educational programs both on and off-campus, facilitating collaborative learning experiences and promoting community involvement.
  • Technology Integration: Utilized current technology, including computers and audio-visual equipment, to enhance the effectiveness of curriculum delivery and create engaging learning experiences.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Fostered the development of specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills among students, preparing them for success in their academic and professional endeavours.
  • Lesson Planning: Contributed to the planning and delivery of engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and student engagement.

Andhra Pradesh Government (Ministry of Environment Forests & Climate Change), Sameti ATMA (Agriculture Technology Management Agency)
Nalgonda

Senior Consultant
01.2013 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Market Extension Leadership: Identified coordination issues with stakeholders and led market extension activities in aquaculture and agri-allied sectors, driving sustainable development initiatives.
  • Team Building and Training: Established and trained teams to enhance their competency in executing biodiversity assessment and management projects, ensuring efficient project delivery.
  • Biodiversity Assessment: Conducted comprehensive biodiversity assessments in the Nagarjuna Sager Major Irrigation Project, providing valuable insights for conservation and management strategies.
  • Committee Establishment: Initiated and organized Biodiversity Management Committees, fostering collaboration among stakeholders and promoting biodiversity conservation efforts at the grassroots level.

PBN College
Ponnur

Assistant Professor
01.2012 - 05.2013

Job overview

  • Diverse Learning Modalities: Utilized a variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate the learning process and enhance presentations, catering to diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Teaching Responsibilities: Instructed undergraduate students in Biological Sciences, Aquaculture, Zoology, and other Life Sciences subjects, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the curriculum and fostering critical thinking skills.
  • Curriculum Enhancement: Contributed to curriculum enhancement by integrating innovative teaching methodologies and incorporating current research findings, enhancing the overall learning experience for students.

Andhra University
Visakhapatnam

Postdoctoral Research Scholar
07.2011 - 01.2012

Job overview

  • Research Conception and Execution: Actively contributed to research conception, design, and execution to address defined research problems, demonstrating expertise in scholarly inquiry.
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Conducted statistical analysis of research findings, interpreted results, and generated actionable insights to address relevant research queries effectively.
  • Training Delivery: Delivered high-quality training sessions to corporate employees as part of data-driven digital transformation initiatives, ensuring comprehension and skill development.
  • Research Documentation: Maintained accurate records of research findings, ensuring data integrity and facilitating reproducibility of results.
  • Project Coordination: Coordinated research and development efforts to create new products, equipment, and processes, demonstrating strong project management skills.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Assisted the team in meeting regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and ensuring adherence to applicable standards and guidelines.

Andhra University
Visakhapatnam

Research Scholar
01.2008 - 01.2011

Job overview

  • Survey Instrument Design: Supported the design and implementation of survey instruments, including telephone questionnaires, to gather study information efficiently.
  • Participant Assessment: Evaluated potential subject participants to assess their suitability for planned studies, ensuring the relevance and validity of research data.
  • Research Execution: Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures, and tests, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills in research settings.
  • Data Management: Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts, facilitating the visualization and interpretation of results.
  • Research Support: Supported research and development efforts aimed at creating new products, equipment, and processes, contributing to innovation and knowledge advancement.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Helped ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and adhering to established protocols and guidelines.

MS Swaminathan Research Foundation
Kakinada

Project Associate/Project Scientist
01.2006 - 01.2008

Job overview

  • Wildlife Conservation: Contributed to the conservation efforts of the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, focusing on protecting coastal marine biodiversity and mangrove ecosystems.
  • Research Collaboration: Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to conduct research projects aimed at understanding and preserving biodiversity in coastal regions.
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Gathered field data and conducted rigorous analysis to assess the ecological status and health of mangrove forests and associated wildlife populations.
  • Community Engagement: Engaged with local communities to raise awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation and promote sustainable practices for habitat preservation.
  • Report Writing: Prepared comprehensive reports detailing research findings, methodologies employed, and recommendations for conservation strategies, ensuring transparency and accountability in project outcomes.
  • Environmental Impact assessment - Project Management: Assisted in the management of conservation projects, including budgeting, resource allocation, and scheduling, to ensure timely and successful project completion.

Education

Jain University
BANGLORE

MBA from Logistics and Supply chain Management
10-2025

Indian Institute of Management –IIM Kolhapur

M.Sc Executive Post graduate Programme on Master of Sciences from Project Management
01.2022

Andhra University

Ph.D. from Environmental Sciences, Environmental Biotechnology
01.2011

University Overview

Thesis: A study on reproductive ecology of some non-viviparous mangrove plant species

Acharya Nagarjuna University

B.Ed. from Biological Sciences
01.2006

Andhra University

M.Sc. from Marine Biotechnology
01.2004

Acharya Nagarjuna University

Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences
01.2001

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Curriculum Innovation
  • Academic leadership
  • Faculty development
  • Program assessment
  • Student success initiatives
  • Quality assurance
  • Accreditation Management
  • Budget Oversight
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Policy development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Data-informed decision making
  • Change management
  • Project management
  • Resource allocation
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Research administration
  • Supply chain management
  • Community engagement

Certification

  • Certified Environmental Management Professional (CEMP)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Safety Professional - NVQ Level 7 Diploma in OTHM
  • Certified Sustainability Practitioner - Lead Assessor
  • Certified E.S.G Sustainability Professional

Accomplishments

  • United Nations University Prestigious Fellowship - 2015
  • Prestigious Environmental Award - 2009
  • Eminent Mangrove Award - 2012
  • Best Agri Business Entrepreneur Award - 2013
  • Honorary Environment Scientist Award - 2015

Languages

  • English
  • Telugu
  • Hindi

Publications

65, 2, 22, 65, 21, https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=0azdcKsAAAAJ, https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1713-6943, https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57808515300

Projects

Aquaculture Sustainability Initiative Biodiversity Conservation Program Climate Change Adaptation Strategies

Training

  • Effective Classroom Management Workshop
  • Advanced Data Analysis Techniques
  • Leadership Development Program

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 07/01/81

Consultancy Experience

  • Biodiversity Assessment
  • Waste Recycling Initiatives
  • Agro ecological Studies
  • Marine Conservation and Research
  • Renewable Energy and Waste Management
  • Medicinal Plants Conservation
  • Campus Beautification

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

EL-Shaddai Foundation
03.2025 - Current

Assistant Professor

International College for Engineering and Management (ICEM)
10.2016 - Current

Associate Professor and HSE Manager

Chirala Engineering College
01.2014 - 07.2016

Senior Consultant

Andhra Pradesh Government (Ministry of Environment Forests & Climate Change), Sameti ATMA (Agriculture Technology Management Agency)
01.2013 - 01.2014

Assistant Professor

PBN College
01.2012 - 05.2013

Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Andhra University
07.2011 - 01.2012

Research Scholar

Andhra University
01.2008 - 01.2011

Project Associate/Project Scientist

MS Swaminathan Research Foundation
01.2006 - 01.2008

Jain University

MBA from Logistics and Supply chain Management

Indian Institute of Management –IIM Kolhapur

M.Sc Executive Post graduate Programme on Master of Sciences from Project Management

Andhra University

Ph.D. from Environmental Sciences, Environmental Biotechnology

Acharya Nagarjuna University

B.Ed. from Biological Sciences

Andhra University

M.Sc. from Marine Biotechnology

Acharya Nagarjuna University

Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences
SUVARNARAJU PALATHOTI