Venkata Phani Chaitanya Vuggaraju
Visakhapatnam,AP
Summary
Finance professional with an MBA (Finance) from Golden Gate University (GPA: 3.857/4) and an Advanced Data Science Certification from IIIT Bangalore. Skilled in financial modeling, business analysis, and risk management with hands-on experience in strategic planning, cash flow optimisation, and lending operations. Proven track record of solving real-world financial challenges through data-driven decisions, including turning around a family business and supporting early-stage startup growth. Adept at working in agile environments, bridging the gap between finance and technology, and collaborating across functions. Passionate about contributing to innovative FinTech solutions in the BFSI domain.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Turnaround & Financial Strategy
Chaitanya Engineering Works
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Led financial restructuring efforts to stabilize the family business amid operational challenges
- Conducted in-depth financial analysis to identify inefficiencies and cost-cutting opportunities
- Implemented strategic cost-control measures, optimizing cash flow and reducing unnecessary expenditures
- Negotiated with creditors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations
- Developed an exit strategy that minimized losses and protected financial interests
- Gained hands-on experience in risk management, financial crisis handling, and business closure strategies
Financial & Business Strategy | Founding Team Member
Vertocity
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Designed financial models to support early-stage investment decisions
- Built revenue forecasting & budgeting systems to improve financial predictability
- Analyzed investment strategy options to assess business scalability
- Contributed to business valuation and funding strategies for future growth
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial data analytics with strategic goals
- This was an internship
Financial Planning & Content Monetization
Independent
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed personal finances while self-funding extensive travels through content creation on YouTube & Instagram
- Developed budgeting, financial planning, and revenue diversification strategies
- This was a career break.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Finance, Investment Analysis, Risk Management
Golden Gate University
California01.2025
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom - Accounting, Business Finance, Economics
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam, India12.2022
Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
Ascent Classes
Visakhapatnam, India04.2016
Indian Certificate of Secondary Education - General Studies
Kotak Salesian School
Visakhapatnam, India04.2014
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Investment Strategy
- Risk Management
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Data Analytics
- FinTech
- Business Strategy
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
Certification
- Advanced Certificate Programme in Data Science, 07/01/24
- Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance with Honors, 01/01/25
Languages
Telugu
Hindi
English
Hobbies and Interests
I am passionate about leveraging financial analysis, data-driven insights, and strategic planning to drive business growth. I am open to networking and exploring finance, fintech, and investment strategy opportunities.
Timeline
Business Turnaround & Financial Strategy
Chaitanya Engineering Works
06.2023 - 08.2024
Financial & Business Strategy | Founding Team Member
Vertocity
02.2020 - 02.2022
Financial Planning & Content Monetization
Independent
01.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Finance, Investment Analysis, Risk Management
Golden Gate University
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom - Accounting, Business Finance, Economics
Andhra University
Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
Ascent Classes
Indian Certificate of Secondary Education - General Studies
Kotak Salesian School
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