Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Reading, Working on Seasonal Stalls, Dancing
Timeline
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Pooja Nikam

Pooja Nikam

Student
Leicester

Summary

Identified an untapped local demand for quality sarees and built a small retail venture from concept to execution. Developed strategic pricing, managed vendor relationships, and designed marketing campaigns that grew a loyal customer base and sustained profitability. Applied financial analysis to optimize product margins and reinvest profits for expansion. Collaborated closely with suppliers and clients, strengthening stakeholder communication and project management skills. This experience provided a practical understanding of market dynamics, business scalability, and customer-centric growth, directly aligning with consulting focus on strategic problem-solving and sustainable performance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Entrepreneur

Self Employed Services
06.2020 - 05.2025
  • Identified an untapped local demand for quality sarees and established a small-scale retail venture from concept to execution.
  • Developed strategic pricing models and managed vendor relationships to ensure sustainable profitability.
  • Designed and executed marketing campaigns that expanded the customer base and built long-term brand loyalty.
  • Applied financial analysis to track sales trends, optimize product margins, and reinvest profits for business growth.
  • Collaborated with suppliers and clients to strengthen stakeholder communication and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Gained hands-on experience in market analysis, scalability planning, and customer-centric decision-making, directly aligning with required skill sets in finance industry.

Entrepreneur & Business Operator

Family Business
01.2018 - 04.2025
  • Managed end-to-end business operations including inventory control, supplier negotiations, and daily cash flow reconciliation, developing a strong understanding of profit margins and working capital cycles.
  • Introduced basic digital record-keeping and Excel tracking to streamline sales and expenses, reducing manual errors and improving forecasting accuracy.
  • Developed strategic decision-making, negotiation, and customer analytics skills applicable to financial analysis and deal evaluation.


Mathematics Tutor

Ramanujan Academy & Gurukul Classes
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed and delivered data-driven lesson plans to strengthen quantitative reasoning and analytical problem-solving among students.
  • Simplified complex mathematical concepts (algebra, functions, linear equations).
  • Demonstrated structured thinking and adaptability by tailoring methods to individual learning needs.
  • Mentored 40+ students to improve performance by identifying weaknesses through pattern analysis.


Intern

Joshi & Co.
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted in bookkeeping and tax filing for over 15+ client accounts, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines and accuracy in financial documentation.
  • Supported the team in data reconciliation and report preparation using Excel and Tally, improving efficiency in client reporting workflows.
  • Gained hands-on exposure to financial record management, tax compliance, and accounting operations in a professional accounting firm environment.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Leicester
Leicester, United Kingdom
04.2025 - 04.2026

BBA - Accounting And Finance

Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India
07.2021 - 09.2024

Skills

Relationship management

Interests

Consumer Psychology

Sustainable Innovations

Technological Innovations

Reading, Working on Seasonal Stalls, Dancing

I have hands-on experience managing seasonal retail stalls for firecrackers, Rakhi, and animal jewellery, where I developed practical skills in customer analysis, pricing strategy, inventory management, and supplier coordination. I also designed small-scale marketing initiatives to boost sales and engagement, sharpening my financial acumen, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Beyond business, I actively pursue personal interests such as dancing, storytelling, and reading, including modern fiction and behavioral studies, which continuously nurture my creativity, empathy, and curiosity. My passion for teaching math's and exploring astrology further reflects my analytical mindset and ability to connect patterns across disciplines, qualities that align well with consulting and finance roles requiring both logic and insight.

Timeline

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Leicester
04.2025 - 04.2026

Mathematics Tutor

Ramanujan Academy & Gurukul Classes
09.2023 - 01.2024

Intern

Joshi & Co.
07.2023 - 10.2023

BBA - Accounting And Finance

Savitribai Phule Pune University
07.2021 - 09.2024

Entrepreneur

Self Employed Services
06.2020 - 05.2025

Entrepreneur & Business Operator

Family Business
01.2018 - 04.2025
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