Gautham Chandrasekar
Consultant at Fireside Ventures
Gautham Chandrasekar
Consultant at Fireside Ventures
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Overview
Work Experience
Consultant
2024 - Current
Investor
2022 - 2023
Anzu Partners is an investment firm that focuses on breakthrough industrial and life sciences technology companies. We team with entrepreneurs to develop and commercialize technological innovations by providing capital and deep expertise in business development, market positioning, global connectivity, and operations.
Investor
2022 - 2022
Anzu Partners is an investment firm that focuses on breakthrough industrial and life sciences technology companies. We team with entrepreneurs to develop and commercialize technological innovations by providing capital and deep expertise in business development, market positioning, global connectivity, and operations.
MBA Candidate | President, Rady Student Association Board
2021 - 2023
CFO, Rady Life Sciences Club Majors: Finance and Strategy Specialized in data visualization and data analytics having worked with datasets and data-based reports Skilled in regression analysis and linear optimization analysis Strong command in simulation runs and decision analysis, including Monte Carlo analysis and sensitivity analysis Proficiency in R statistical analysis via Radiant interface
Business Analyst
2016 - 2021
1. Led the Indian functional position for the 2020 launched $25 million BEACON 1.0 Pandemic Unemployment Assistance application (CARES Act) and the $350 million BEACON 2.0 Unemployment Insurance project in Maryland for 4 years, monitoring a 250- member technical team to address system-based queries and explain specific business functionalities Website: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/employment/unemployment.shtml 2. Redesigned a UI benefits web-based solution that processes 18,000 UI claims weekly and $7.8 billion in total unemployment benefits to date just through virtual interactions, saving 21-man hours ($680 per week) from welfare staff 3. Spearheaded 320 Fit Gap and Review meetings to assimilate 25,300 business and system requirements, building 70% of accommodated product framework and regulated scope management, saving 10% in each iteration cycle’s defined budget 4. Identified greater than 250 incidence reports on developed iterations, procuring significant appraisal from senior executives at my firm and the Maryland and West Virginia client subject matter experts including the WV project leader 5. Oversaw 10 client demonstrations with Department of Labor subject matter experts and facilitated quick responses to their business queries, ensuring BEACON iteration user acceptance approvals were 5 days or more ahead of the schedule
Venture Capital Intern
2014 - 2014
1. Researched over 200 market competitors and evaluated 25 industry growth trends, to identify potential investment opportunities; structured deals with a total investment of $50 million in the healthcare and the technology sectors in the U.S, while having worked closely with the Managing Partner/senior management of the firm, assisted by external experts 2. Evaluated more than 25 companies and managed investor pitches with 15 Founders and industry experts, gaining strong experience in building valuation models and in the financial asset management/private equity/venture capital sector
Quality Analysis Intern
2013 - 2013
1. Inspected and tested Ultrasound Scanners and defibrillators for repetitive problems such as failure to scan to correct specifications or failure to provide a charge to the cardiac region 2. Maintained operations below a 5% error rate by ensuring strict compliance with established processes
R&D and Quality Analysis Intern
2012 - 2012
1. Improved quality and production times and reduced operational costs through Six Sigma. Inspected and calibrated finished door locking systems, key ignition systems for quality and adherence to customer specifications 2. Troubleshot engine start, handlebar lock, and circuit break failures by performing extensive tests. Helped in reducing new product failure rate ( monthly basis) from 24% to 8%
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2021 - 2023
Postgraduate Certificate
2020 - 2021
Bachelor’s Degree
2011 - 2016
Summer Classes (Transfer Credits)
2012 - 2012
High School
2003 - 2011