PRIYA GUPTA
New Delhi
Summary
Policy and investment professional with experience across Government Affairs, Public–Private Partnerships (PPP), Investment Promotion, and International Cooperation. Proven expertise in structuring investment-ready projects, mobilizing blended and concessional finance, and conducting policy and institutional diagnostics to strengthen investment ecosystems. Experienced in stakeholder negotiation, regulatory coordination, and fiscal policy advisory to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth. Seasoned Assistant Director knowledgeable about all areas of business operations. Offering 3 years of experience in business planning, operations and team management. Strong leadership and team-building skills. 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. Talented Assistant Director with expertise in program management and special projects. Proficient in financial administration and training. Bringing 3 years track record of success in the industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Assistant Director – International Affairs
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
03.2025 - Current
- Spearheading India–Europe investment facilitation and bilateral engagement initiatives, resulting in over USD 40 million in investor interest across clean energy, sustainable tourism, and technology sectors.
- Conceptualized and operationalized a Trade and Investment Facilitation Platform in collaboration with foreign chambers, missions, and line ministries, reducing investor onboarding time by 25% and supporting 75+ B2B and B2G engagements.
- Negotiated policy and investment cooperation frameworks with 10+ central ministries and EU counterparts, introducing risk-sharing and guarantee instruments that contributed to ~1,200 direct jobs and improved private sector leverage.
Subject Matter Expert – Policy & Investment Structuring
USAID – inREPLACE Program
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Designed circular economy investment vehicles that mobilized USD 10 million in concessional and private capital to advance waste-to-value projects and sustainable production systems.
- Formulated PPP and EPR-based policy models for five state governments, achieving 25% reduction in single-use plastics and 30% improvement in waste-revenue recovery, supporting fiscal sustainability and environmental compliance.
- Developed investment-readiness diagnostics, ESG-aligned business models, and impact evaluation frameworks for 20+ climate-tech enterprises, resulting in USD 2 million in ESG-linked awards and private co-investment.
Assistant Director- Government Affairs
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Led foreign investment outreach and policy advocacy for India’s digital and emerging technologies sectors, facilitating USD 8 million+ in MoUs and project commitments.
- Structured PPP and co-financing models for digital public infrastructure projects (AI/AR labs, smart museums), achieving 20% reduction in public capital expenditure.
- Coordinated multi-stakeholder consultations with over 200 public and private sector entities, aligning regulatory frameworks and investment priorities to accelerate digital transformation through multilingual internet.
Project Manager – In Collaboration With MoC & DPIIT
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Conceptualised and implemented a market linkage and financing facility for women-led artisan clusters, securing INR 3.5 crore (~USD 420K) through blended and donor funding; cluster incomes increased by 35% in six months.
- Designed a PPP-based e-commerce model in collaboration with state commerce departments and three private aggregators, onboarding 70+ micro-entrepreneurs and improving liquidity cycles by 20%.
- Developed investment prospectuses, due-diligence frameworks, and district-level monitoring dashboards to strengthen transparency and accountability in project financing.
Financial Business Analyst – Corporate Finance & Advisory
KPMG
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted financial modelling, sensitivity analyses, and fiscal risk assessments for clients in FMCG and consumer sectors, improving EBITDA margins by up to 15%.
- Streamlined financial control and reporting mechanisms, reducing reporting turnaround by 20% and enhancing investor due diligence.
- Supported valuation, merger, and acquisition analyses for investment committees, optimising portfolio risk exposure through alternative financing scenarios.
Business Consultant – Market Strategy & Finance
Uber
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Designed profitability and incentive frameworks for 30+ strategic partners, improving business sustainability and enabling investor scalability.
- Conducted market feasibility studies and fiscal impact analyses to guide expansion into Tier I and II cities.
- Developed performance monitoring dashboards for financial and operational efficiency tracking across regional markets.
Founder & Educator
The Commerce Victors
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Established and scaled a self-sustaining education enterprise with 180+ learners, achieving operational profitability through structured pricing and reinvestment strategies.
- Initiated CSR partnerships and institutional sponsorships, creating recurring revenue streams and community outreach programs.
- Introduced learning impact assessment tools to measure performance outcomes and social return on investment (SROI).
Education
Executive Postgraduate Program - Public Policy & Management
IIM Kozhikode
Postgraduate Diploma - Conflict Transformation & Peacebuilding (International Relations)
Lady Shri Ram College, DU
B. Com (Hons) - undefined
University of Delhi
Diplomas - Corporate Communications & PR; German Language & Literature
JMC, DU; St. Stephen’s College, DU
Skills
- Investment promotion & facilitation
- Government and corporate affairs
- PPP & blended finance structuring
- Bilateral and multilateral coordination
- Policy advocacy & stakeholder management
- Fiscal analysis & cost–benefit modelling
- Impact measurement & SDG mapping
- Data tools: Excel, Tableau, R, STATA
AWARDS & REPRESENTATION
Speaker, COP29 (Baku, 2024) – Panel on Sustainable Finance & Circular Economy, Social Entrepreneur of the Year, IIT Bombay (2022) – Livelihoods & Climate Action, HPAIR Scholar (Harvard University) | Winner – Harvard US–India Initiative (2020), Young India Challenge (2019)
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE ENGAGEMENTS
- Chairperson – Women’s Forum, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA India)
- Launched Women in Audit Leadership initiative, mentoring 250+ women professionals on governance, audit reform, and board-readiness in partnership with corporate sponsors.
- Organised policy dialogue forums and leadership summits engaging 1,200+ stakeholders across finance, risk, and governance domains.
- Founder – Sarvpriye Foundation & Prakritik (Social Enterprise)
- Mobilised in CSR fund and donor funding to strengthen women’s entrepreneurship and livelihood security through skill-building and investment access for 300+ SHGs.
- Integrated impact measurement and SDG-aligned reporting frameworks to attract blended finance for women-led green enterprises.
- National Level Monitor – Ministry of Rural Development (Government of India)
- Conducted governance and performance audits for MNREGA, NRLM, and PMJAY; recommended institutional reforms that improved fund utilisation by 15% and reduced procedural delays.
Timeline
Senior Assistant Director – International Affairs
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
03.2025 - Current
Subject Matter Expert – Policy & Investment Structuring
USAID – inREPLACE Program
02.2024 - 02.2025
Assistant Director- Government Affairs
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
11.2022 - 01.2024
Project Manager – In Collaboration With MoC & DPIIT
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
01.2020 - 10.2022
Financial Business Analyst – Corporate Finance & Advisory
KPMG
01.2019 - 12.2019
Business Consultant – Market Strategy & Finance
Uber
07.2018 - 12.2018
Founder & Educator
The Commerce Victors
06.2015 - 06.2018
Postgraduate Diploma - Conflict Transformation & Peacebuilding (International Relations)
Lady Shri Ram College, DU
B. Com (Hons) - undefined
University of Delhi
Diplomas - Corporate Communications & PR; German Language & Literature
JMC, DU; St. Stephen’s College, DU
Executive Postgraduate Program - Public Policy & Management
IIM Kozhikode