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Soumya Tara

Soumya Tara

Gurgaon

Summary

Dynamic North Regional Manager with expertise in academic management and edtech business development. Proven track record in strategic planning, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and increased sales. Skilled in conflict resolution and budget management, contributing to significant cost control and customer satisfaction improvements. Passionate about leveraging technology to empower educators and learners at the intersection of education and technology.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

North Regional Director

Emversity
Gurugram
02.2025 - Current
  • University Partnerships: Supply for New Projects for Allied Health Science Programs.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to support business objectives.
  • Led regional teams to implement strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiency.
  • Student Acquisition: Creating the supply for admission, and running different channels for sales.
  • Budget management and resource allocation for regional projects and initiatives.

Experience Head

Sunstone Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Developing and implementing strategies to enhance the student experience, aligning with the university's mission, vision, and educational objectives.
  • Collaborated with university stakeholders including faculty, administration, and student representatives to gather input and ensure alignment of strategic priorities.
  • Developed and executed a comprehensive student outreach program covering 50+ universities across India, fostering strong partnerships with academic institutions.
  • Implemented targeted strategies to increase student engagement and participation in edtech initiatives, resulting in a 2X growth in program enrollment.
  • Designed and executed multichannel marketing campaigns leveraging digital platforms, social media, email marketing, and targeted advertising to reach prospective students.
  • Developing a streamlined lead management process resulting in improved conversion rates and higher quality enrollments.

Senior Alliance Manager

Sunstone Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • Secured partnerships with 20 educational institutions, resulting in expanded access to Sunstone Education's products and services for students and educators.
  • Negotiated strategic alliances with International Consultants to implement edtech initiatives aimed at improving access to quality education and digital literacy and global intervention.
  • Recognized for outstanding partnership development efforts, contributing to the company's growth and leadership in the edtech industry.
  • Create and execute comprehensive alliance strategies to drive business growth.
  • Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key industry players and stakeholders.
  • Negotiate complex contracts and agreements with partner organizations.
  • Monitor alliance performance metrics and provide regular reports to leadership.
  • Identify new partnership opportunities and conduct due diligence on potential collaborations.
  • Manage cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of alliance initiatives.
  • Resolve conflicts and address issues that arise within partnerships.
  • Represent the company at industry events and conferences to promote alliances.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to align alliance activities with overall business objectives.
  • Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities for alliance expansion.

Manager

GUS Global, LSBF
Gurgaon
07.2020 - 08.2022
  • Developed and implemented strategies to optimize academic operations and drive business excellence across multiple educational institutions within the London School of Business and Finance, GUS Global Education Group.
  • Achieved 200% improvement in academic program effectiveness and student satisfaction through targeted operational enhancements and quality initiatives.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures resulting in reduction in administrative expenses while maintaining high standards of academic excellence.
  • Led the successful attainment of accreditation for new academic programs, ensuring alignment with industry requirements and quality benchmarks.

Manager

Extramarks Pvt. Ltd
Noida
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Identified, cultivated, and nurtured strategic partnerships with K-12 schools, districts, and educational organizations to promote the adoption of Extramarks's EdTech solutions.
  • Collaborated with internal teams including product development, marketing, and customer success to ensure alignment of partnership initiatives with company goals and objectives.
  • Monitored partnership performance and outcomes, collecting feedback and insights to inform program improvements and drive mutual success.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to incorporate feedback from partner schools into the design and enhancement.

Asst Professor

Asian Education Group
Noida
02.2017 - 12.2018
  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive learning and development curriculum for students, integrating career readiness skills, professional development workshops, and placement preparation activities into the academic experience.
  • Established partnerships with industry employers, alumni networks, and career service providers to create internship opportunities, job fairs, and recruitment events, facilitating connections between students and potential employers.

Faculty Member

Amity University
Delhi
07.2015 - 03.2016
  • Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology and behavioral science, covering topics such as cognitive psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology, and research methods.
  • Supervise undergraduate and graduate student research projects, providing mentorship in research design, data analysis, and presentation skills.
  • Serve on university committees and task forces related to curriculum development, student advising, and academic program assessment, contributing to the overall academic excellence of the institution.

Counsellor and Trainer

Amity University
Delhi
07.2015 - 03.2016
  • Dedicated and compassionate professional with a strong background in counselling and training, committed to supporting the well-being and personal growth of students.
  • Develop and deliver workshops and presentations on topics such as mindfulness, resilience, emotional intelligence, and healthy coping strategies, promoting positive mental health and well-being among students.
  • Developed a comprehensive mental health curriculum for grades K-12, integrating social-emotional learning into the school curriculum and promoting a culture of mental health awareness and resilience.

Education

Master of Arts - Psychology

AMITY UNIVERSITY
Noida

Bachelors of Arts - Psychology

UNIVERSITY OF DELHI
Delhi

Skills

  • PnL management
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • EdTech business development
  • Partnership development
  • Academic program optimization
  • Quality initiatives
  • Career readiness curriculum
  • Budget management
  • Market analysis
  • Educational program development
  • Sales management
  • Operations management
  • Sales strategy

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/22/90
  • Nationality: Indian

Timeline

North Regional Director

Emversity
02.2025 - Current

Experience Head

Sunstone Pvt. Ltd
10.2023 - 10.2024

Senior Alliance Manager

Sunstone Pvt. Ltd
09.2022 - 10.2023

Manager

GUS Global, LSBF
07.2020 - 08.2022

Manager

Extramarks Pvt. Ltd
07.2019 - 03.2020

Asst Professor

Asian Education Group
02.2017 - 12.2018

Faculty Member

Amity University
07.2015 - 03.2016

Counsellor and Trainer

Amity University
07.2015 - 03.2016

Master of Arts - Psychology

AMITY UNIVERSITY

Bachelors of Arts - Psychology

UNIVERSITY OF DELHI

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